By The Weekly Edge desk ·
PlayUSA reported, citing SBC Americas, that an FGS Global survey found 13% of sports fans used prediction markets. Among 2,030 respondents, 81% supported regulatory measures for both sportsbooks and prediction platforms.
The survey shows limited prediction market adoption alongside support for oversight.
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