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Kalshi says it's not a sportsbook even as World Cup bets surge

First publishedJul 17, 09:00 UTC
Last updatedJul 17, 11:22 UTC · 7m ago
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Kalshi, a betting site, says it's not a sportsbook despite World Cup bets increasing.

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Kalshi is a betting site. It says it's not a sportsbook. Many people are betting on the World Cup through Kalshi.

Why it matters

This matters because Kalshi avoids paying taxes by saying it's not a sportsbook.

In brief
What is Kalshi?
Kalshi is a betting site.
Why does Kalshi say it's not a sportsbook?
Kalshi avoids paying taxes by saying it's not a sportsbook.
What is happening with World Cup bets?
Many people are betting on the World Cup through Kalshi.
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The outlets frame the story as a controversy over Kalshi's tax status, with a focus on its impact on sports betting.

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    Kalshi avoids paying taxes by saying it's not a sportsbook.

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    NPR Newsframes it as a tax controversy
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