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Thursday, September 24, 2026

New York AG Sues Prediction Market Polymarket for Operating Illegally

Letitia James alleges the platform functions as an unlicensed gambling operation within the state.

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New York AG Sues Prediction Market Polymarket for Operating Illegally

New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against the prediction market Polymarket, accusing the company of operating as an illegal gambling operation within the state without a license.

The lawsuit was filed on September 24, 2026. James's office contends that Polymarket's operations violate New York's gambling laws. The attorney general's office stated that the platform is functioning in New York without the necessary authorization.

This is a developing story and will be updated with more information as it becomes available.


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