State guide · updated July 2026
Prediction markets in Connecticut
Connecticut residents have access to CFTC-regulated event contracts. The state's gaming regulator focuses on licensed sportsbooks and tribal compacts.
- State regulator
- Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection — Gaming Division
- Recommended platforms
- Kalshi, ForecastEx
Platform availability in Connecticut
Available to Connecticut residents subject to Kalshi's standard KYC.
Polymarket is not legally available to US residents.
Available to Connecticut residents subject to ForecastEx's standard KYC.
FAQ
Connecticut prediction market questions
Are prediction markets legal in Connecticut?+
Connecticut residents have access to CFTC-regulated event contracts. The state's gaming regulator focuses on licensed sportsbooks and tribal compacts.
Is Kalshi available in Connecticut?+
Available to Connecticut residents subject to Kalshi's standard KYC.
Are sports event contracts available in Connecticut?+
Sports event contracts are subject to the same federal CFTC framework and are generally accessible to Connecticut residents, though that may change.
What should I know before signing up from Connecticut?+
Confirm the platform's current state availability on its own site before depositing funds. Use only regulated US exchanges; trade only what you can afford to lose; and read each platform's risk and terms documentation.
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