Genius Sports CEO expects prediction markets to persist in US sports wagering

By The Weekly Edge desk · 15 September 2026

Summary

Genius Sports chief executive Mark Locke expects prediction markets to remain part of US sports wagering, Casino.org News reported. The report also said Genius Sports recently secured two event-contract settlement agreements.

Why it matters

Genius Sports secured two event-contract settlement agreements as its chief executive expects prediction markets to remain part of US sports wagering.

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