Europe tightens the map for prediction markets

Europe has taken a clearer line on prediction markets after a rapid series of moves across the region. According to iGaming Business, a French blocking order has been followed by a pointed reminder from the EU’s financial watchdog, alongside a new rulebook in Gibraltar, all within a fortnight.

Together, those steps have brought the regulatory map for prediction markets in Europe into sharper focus, suggesting the space may no longer enjoy what iGaming Business describes as a “regulatory free ride.” For players, it’s a sign that access and oversight for prediction-style products can shift quickly depending on where you are in Europe.