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Gemini, the crypto exchange founded by the Winklevoss twins, has secured a significant CFTC license, enabling them to operate a derivatives clearinghouse. This move allows Gemini to handle their own trades in derivatives and prediction markets, directly challenging competitors like Kalshi and Polymarket. Their stock prices surged following this announcement. With a designated contract market approval already in place, Gemini can now offer a wide range of products, including sports bets, crypto futures, options, and event contracts, all under one regulated U.S. platform. Prediction markets are experiencing a boom, with volumes increasing by 300% this year to $63.5 billion. Wall Street is also showing interest, with ETFs from Roundhill set for May fifth and others following close behind. Gemini is focusing on the U.S. market, having exited the U.K., Europe, and Australia in February. The twins are betting that prediction markets could surpass todays stock market, positioning Gemini as a super app for finance. This milestone sets Gemini up to lead the U.S. prediction space, combining crypto speed with real regulation, and their next moves are expected to significantly impact trading.

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