Prediction market platform Kalshi has doubled its valuation to $22 billion in just five months, securing a $1 billion Series F funding round led by Coatue.
The funding round reflects growing investor confidence in Kalshi's prediction market model, which allows users to trade contracts based on real-world outcomes across politics, sports, and economics.
Kalshi operates under regulatory approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), distinguishing it from other prediction platforms. The platform has capitalized on increased interest in alternative markets, particularly around major events like elections.
Coatue's lead investment signals institutional backing for the sector, as prediction markets gain mainstream attention. The company's rapid valuation growth—doubling in five months—underscores investor appetite for regulated alternatives to traditional betting and financial markets.
Kalshi plans to deploy the capital toward platform expansion and product development, positioning itself as the primary regulated prediction market in the United States.
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