Sports betting and prediction markets can look similar, but they follow...

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Sports betting and prediction markets can look similar, but they follow different rules. This explainer unpacks crypto’s behind-the-scenes role in payments and market plumbing, and why Connecticut sent cease-and-desist orders to nine companies.