Catie Di Stefano

About the author

Catie Di Stefano started in the gambling industry at 19 in Malta, a path she hadn't planned for. She's since covered the college prop-bet-ban debate directly — now she covers regulated prediction markets full-time.

Offer terms

Certain limitations apply. The offer is available to new users only, subject to the terms and conditions at kalshi.com/tc/500. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financial circumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information.

18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization.

Kalshi legality by state

Is Kalshi legal in West Virginia?

Kalshi is legal in West Virginia. Its event contracts fall under CFTC rules, not state gambling law. Eligibility, age limits, and how to start trading.

Catie Di Stefano Jun 2, 2026

Kalshi legality by state

Is Kalshi legal in Virginia?

Kalshi is legal in Virginia. Its event contracts fall under CFTC rules, not state gambling law. Eligibility, age limits, and how to start trading.

Catie Di Stefano Jun 2, 2026

Kalshi legality by state

Is Kalshi legal in Vermont?

Kalshi is legal in Vermont. Its event contracts fall under CFTC rules, not state gambling law. Eligibility, age limits, and how to start trading.

Catie Di Stefano Jun 2, 2026

Kalshi legality by state

Is Kalshi legal in Utah?

Kalshi accepts residents of Utah, but sports event contracts are disputed there. What is available, what changed and when, and how to check.

Catie Di Stefano Jun 2, 2026

Kalshi legality by state

Is Kalshi legal in Texas?

Kalshi is legal in Texas. Its event contracts fall under CFTC rules, not state gambling law. Eligibility, age limits, and how to start trading.

Catie Di Stefano Jun 2, 2026

Kalshi legality by state

Is Kalshi legal in Tennessee?

Kalshi accepts residents of Tennessee, but sports event contracts are disputed there. What is available, what changed and when, and how to check.

Catie Di Stefano Jun 2, 2026

Kalshi legality by state

Is Kalshi legal in South Dakota?

Kalshi is legal in South Dakota. Its event contracts fall under CFTC rules, not state gambling law. Eligibility, age limits, and how to start trading.

Catie Di Stefano Jun 2, 2026

Kalshi legality by state

Is Kalshi legal in South Carolina?

Available. Kalshi accepts South Carolina residents, and our legal timeline shows no court ruling or state enforcement action on prediction markets in South Carolina. Kalshi is a CFTC-regulated exchange; its own minimum age is 18, and we recommend 21+. Federal appeals courts elsewhere are split on sports contracts. Last checked October 3, 2026.

Catie Di Stefano Jun 2, 2026

Kalshi legality by state

Is Kalshi legal in Rhode Island?

Kalshi accepts residents of Rhode Island, but sports event contracts are disputed there. What is available, what changed and when, and how to check.

Catie Di Stefano Jun 2, 2026

Kalshi legality by state

Is Kalshi legal in Pennsylvania?

Kalshi is legal in Pennsylvania. Its event contracts fall under CFTC rules, not state gambling law. Eligibility, age limits, and how to start trading.

Catie Di Stefano Jun 2, 2026

Kalshi legality by state

Is Kalshi legal in Oregon?

Kalshi is legal in Oregon. Its event contracts fall under CFTC rules, not state gambling law. Eligibility, age limits, and how to start trading.

Catie Di Stefano Jun 2, 2026

Kalshi legality by state

Is Kalshi legal in Oklahoma?

Kalshi is legal in Oklahoma. Its event contracts fall under CFTC rules, not state gambling law. Eligibility, age limits, and how to start trading.

Catie Di Stefano Jun 2, 2026