New York has filed a lawsuit against Polymarket, accusing the prediction market platform of operating an illegal gambling scheme. Authorities claim the service allowed users to wager on real-world events, including political outcomes and sports contests, without proper licensing. The lawsuit highlights concerns over financial risks to participants and compliance with state gambling laws. Critics argue such platforms exploit regulatory gaps while offering high-stakes betting under the guise of speculative markets.


New York sues Polymarket for allegedly running illegal gambling operation  KATU