Forecasting the Future: Prediction Markets in a Regulated World

Sidley’s Global Tech Forum, Forecasting the Future: Prediction Markets in a Regulated World, will feature a keynote conversation and audience Q&A with Nate Silver, renowned statistician, founder of FiveThirtyEight, and one of the most influential voices in modern forecasting and data-driven analysis. The day's conversations will explore practical perspectives on navigating emerging regulatory frameworks, innovation in market platforms, and the opportunities and challenges defining the next generation of prediction markets and technology-enabled financial products. Sidley partners Charles Baker, Scott Bennett, Sharon Flanagan, and Ian McGinley will discuss timely developments with industry speakers:

• Joaquin Gubb, Senior Vice President, Head of Enforcement, Head of Clearing and Head of Securities Legal, Crypto.com
• Rick Heaslip, General Counsel, Kalshi
• Jeanine Hightower-Sellitto, Senior Vice President, GM DraftKings Predictions
• Julia Hueckel, Director, Global Regulatory Policy, Coinbase
• Alex Kane, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Sporttrade
• Neal Kumar, Chief Legal Officer, Polymarket
• Summer Mersinger, Chief Executive Officer, Blockchain Association
• John Zecca, Executive Vice President and Global Chief Legal, Risk & Regulatory Officer, Nasdaq