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Google Ads to permit prediction markets advertising in the US for regulated entities
Google Ads will allow advertising for prediction markets in the United States starting January 21, 2026, but only for federally regulated entities. Eligible advertisers must be authorised by the CFTC as a Designated Contract Market or by the NFA as a brokerage offering access to qualifying DCM products.
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What changed
Advertisers must apply for Google certification to run ads.
Why it matters for advertisers
For you, this means a new advertising category opening up for platforms offering exchange-listed event contracts related to economics, sports, or current events.
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Google Ads to permit prediction markets advertising in the US for regulated entities
Google Ads will allow advertising for prediction markets in the United States starting January 21, 2026, but only for federally regulated entities. Eligible advertisers must be authorised by the CFTC as a Designated Contract Market or by the NFA as a brokerage offering access to qualifying DCM products. Advertisers must apply for Google certification to run ads. For you, this means a new advertising category opening up for platforms offering exchange-listed event contracts related to economics, sports, or current events.
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