Coinbase litigation head challenges state "gaslighting" over prediction markets
Unpacking the regulatory path forward for prediction markets with Coinbase Litigation Head Ryan VanGrack.
Feb 26, 2026
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Coinbase’s VP of Legal and Global Head of Litigation, Ryan VanGrack, joins Jennifer Sanasie and Renato Mariotti to discuss why the company is challenging state regulators to ensure a unified federal framework for prediction markets. He also shares why he believes bipartisan market structure legislation is still on the table despite recent setbacks.
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Timestamps:
01:10 - The CFTC's Response to Kalshi's Insider Trading Accusations
02:38 - Why Coinbase is Suing the States
03:41 - Prediction Markets vs. Sports Betting
08:14 - The States Are "Gaslighting" the Public on Prediction Markets
11:31 - Is Market Structure Still Possible?
15:58 - Addressing Concerns About Coinbase's Role in Stalled Market Structure Legislation
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This episode was hosted by Jennifer Sanasie and Renato Mariotti .
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