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Japan Eyes Prediction Markets: Gambling Laws Loosen?
29 Jun
Summary
- Japan's strict anti-gambling laws previously blocked prediction markets.
- New startups are emerging to navigate these regulations.
- Asia, including China and South Korea, also has strict rules.
Prediction platforms, such as Polymarket and Kalshi, have recently gained global traction. Despite this international growth, Japan, similar to its neighbors China and South Korea, has remained inaccessible due to stringent anti-gambling legislation.
This situation appears to be evolving. Innovative startups are beginning to appear, aiming to address and overcome these regulatory hurdles. Their efforts could signal a potential opening for prediction markets within Japan's previously restricted environment.
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