CFTC Warns Kalshi It Could Face Action Over Contract Filings

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has warned Kalshi it could face enforcement action over notices for dozens of planned contracts, placing the platform’s self-certification process under scrutiny. Kalshi said a small number of contract filings had procedural errors. Many of the contracts had not launched, and the company is working to resolve the issues. The inquiry has lasted several months and focuses on whether Kalshi followed required notice procedures for new products. Exchanges can certify that products meet regulatory requirements and begin offering them as soon as the next day without explicit CFTC approval.