In 2026, gambling or advertisements for it are hard to avoid.
On your phone and on TV, advertisements for gambling and “prediction markets” like Kalshi or Polymarket are abundant, all offering a chance at wealth with just a few clicks. Step outside and see a DraftKings advertisement on SEPTA or a blonde celebrity on an LED billboard on Market Street advertising a prediction market app. DraftKings contributed more than $40 million to political groups during the 2026 election cycle, making it the 23rd-largest donor or donor group, according to an analysis of federal campaign finance filings.
For some, the ecosystem can feel a bit overwhelming. But for Tariq Khan, gambling is his lifeblood.
