A CFTC-regulated US prediction market
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Pros
- Genuine CFTC regulation — a federal US derivatives regulator
- Bonus pays out regardless of trade outcome — a real standout
- Low $10 minimum deposit to qualify
- No major documented scandal found in this research pass
Cons
- Not a traditional sportsbook — a different product (event contracts/prediction markets)
- Requires a specific promo code
- Ownership/parent-company structure not independently confirmed
Our verdict
Kalshi is a CFTC-regulated US prediction market where users trade event contracts rather than place traditional sports bets. New users can deposit $10, trade $20 in contracts, and receive a $20 bonus regardless of the trade's outcome, using a promo code. No major independently-documented scandal was found during this research pass.
How we rated it
Trust & licensing (30%)8.3
A real positive: genuine CFTC regulation, a federal US derivatives regulator with strong oversight.
Bonuses & value (20%)7.8
A genuine trade-based bonus that pays $20 regardless of trade outcome, once $20 in contracts is traded on a $10 deposit.
Prediction Market (40%)7.3
A genuinely CFTC-regulated event-contract platform, distinct from a traditional sportsbook.
Customer support (20%)6.5
No major documented complaint pattern found.
Quick facts
| Licensing | United States: genuine CFTC regulation |
| Markets | United States |
| Welcome bonus | $20 bonus after trading $20 in contracts on a $10 deposit |
| Wagering | Bonus pays regardless of trade outcome — a real standout |
Where Kalshi is licensed
Kalshi appears on the official register in 1 countries. Highlighted countries have a full local review — pick yours for its welcome bonus and licence details.
North America (1)
About Kalshi
Kalshi is a CFTC-regulated US prediction market where users trade event contracts rather than place traditional sports bets. New users can deposit $10, trade $20 in contracts, and receive a $20 bonus regardless of the trade's outcome, using a promo code. No major independently-documented scandal was found during this research pass.
Kalshi FAQ
Is Kalshi safe and legit?
Yes — Kalshi is genuinely regulated by the CFTC, a federal US derivatives regulator. No major scandal was found during this research.
What is the Kalshi welcome bonus?
Deposit $10, trade $20 in contracts, and receive a $20 bonus regardless of the trade's outcome, using a promo code.