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Useful background for understanding prediction market platform incentives; Kalshi is a CFTC-regulated exchange sometimes discussed in AI governance contexts as a tool for forecasting AI-related events and policy outcomes.

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This help article explains Kalshi's business model as a regulated prediction market exchange, detailing how the platform generates revenue through transaction fees on trades rather than taking positions against users. It clarifies the fee structure and how Kalshi operates as a neutral marketplace.

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  • •Kalshi charges transaction fees on trades, functioning as a marketplace rather than a counterparty to users.
  • •As a CFTC-regulated exchange, Kalshi's revenue model is designed to align platform incentives with fair market operation.
  • •The fee-based model distinguishes Kalshi from traditional bookmakers who profit from user losses.
  • •Understanding the revenue model helps assess platform incentives and potential conflicts of interest in prediction markets.

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 Updated over 3 weeks ago Kalshi operates as a neutral exchange platform, emphasizing its impartiality in event outcomes. Unlike traditional platforms or entities with vested interests, Kalshi does not possess any financial stake in whether the event outcomes swing in one direction or another. This neutrality ensures that all transactions are conducted with transparency and fairness, maintaining the integrity of the exchange.

 

 The primary objective of Kalshi is to facilitate accurate and efficient markets in compliance with established rules and guidelines. The exchange's revenue model revolves around transaction fees rather than positions on specific outcomes, reinforcing their commitment to unbiased operations. By aligning its interests with providing a fair platform, Kalshi ensures that its users participate in a reliable and trustworthy marketplace.

 

 Kalshi makes money by charging a transaction fee on the expected earnings of the contract. The complete Fee Schedule and the math behind the fees are posted at the bottom of our website - or you can find the link here .

 

 Kalshi prides itself on offering very low and competitive transaction fees, ensuring our users get the maximum value from each contract. Our nominal fees are recognized as lower than industry standards, providing cost-effective access while ensuring exceptional security and reliability.

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