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Are prediction markets legal?

The legality of prediction markets like Novig is a bit of a grey area in many places, including the UK and US. They often operate by framing their offerings as 'event contracts' rather than traditional gambling, which can put them outside some gambling regulations. This allows companies like Novig to attract users and investment, as seen with Sydney Sweeney's involvement.

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