Polymarket Gears Up for US Launch After CFTC Nod
Polymarket Poised to Enter US Market
Prediction market platform Polymarket is set to launch its services in the United States following a recent development with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). CEO Shayne Coplan confirmed the company's readiness after the CFTC issued a no-action letter regarding event contracts.
Key Takeaways
- Polymarket is cleared to launch US operations after the CFTC's no-action letter on event contracts.
- The $112 million acquisition of QCEX's holding company paved the way for Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, facilitating regulated prediction contract trading.
Coplan praised the CFTC's decision, calling it a significant step towards bringing Polymarket's markets to American users. He also commended the regulator for the speed of the process.
Polymarket has been given the green light to go live in the USA by the @CFTC.
Credit to the Commission and Staff for their impressive work. This process has been accomplished in record timing.
Stay tuned https://t.co/NVziTixpqO
— Shayne Coplan 🦅 (@shayne_coplan) September 3, 2025
The CFTC's Division of Market Oversight and Division of Clearing and Risk stated they would not pursue enforcement action against QCX LLC and QC Clearing LLC regarding swap-related compliance issues. This relief is conditional and applies only in specific circumstances, aligning with the CFTC's previous stances on similar exchanges and clearinghouses.
Strategic Acquisition Sets Stage for US Entry
Polymarket's $112 million acquisition of these CFTC-licensed entities in July was a crucial step. Rebranded as Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, they now provide the necessary regulatory framework for the platform's US operations.
This acquisition followed the closure of investigations by the US Justice Department and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission into Polymarket's compliance. Coplan described the acquisition as a "homecoming," enabling Americans to legally participate in prediction contract trading.
Political Ties and Future Outlook
Notably, Polymarket has ties to Donald Trump Jr., whose venture capital fund, 1789 Capital, invested in the company. Trump Jr. is also expected to join Polymarket's advisory board.