By: Alex Weprin
The CFTC, in a notice filed Wednesday, is specifically asking for comments on whether prediction market bets on "game shows, reality show competitions, pageants" should be permitted as is.


Alex Weprin is a Media and Business Writer at The Hollywood Reporter. He covers a diverse range of topics including business, finance, media, sports, and advertising, often exploring the intersections of these fields within the realms of publishing and broadcasting. Alex's work has been featured in prominent outlets such as Yahoo Sports, Editor & Publisher Magazine, and Billboard.
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