Kalshi Seeking U.S. Approval for 60 Equities Derivatives
The prediction-market operator plans to launch approximately 60 perpetual contracts based on Tesla and Nvidia stock alongside the Ethereum perps that dominate crypto markets.
Kalshi, a prediction-market platform, aims to expand its regulatory scope beyond digital assets into major equities. The company is seeking U.S. approval to offer around 60 stock and exchange-traded fund perpetual contracts. These new products will allow traders to bet on the price movement of Tesla Inc. and Nvidia Inc. alongside existing Ethereum perpetuals. This move brings one of the largest trading formats in cryptocurrency into direct contact with traditional Wall Street assets. Kalshi intends to provide investors with 24-hour trading access for these equity derivatives. The regulatory battle centers on determining whether such products fall under securities or other classifications. Market participants will gain exposure to U.S.-listed companies through this specific financial instrument. The proposed contracts mirror the mechanics of crypto perps but apply them to traditional corporate equities.
