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Prediction market company backed by actress Sydney Sweeney sues Missouri AG - Mon, 19 Oct 2026 PST

A prediction market firm backed by actress Sydney Sweeney is asking a federal judge to block Missouri from classifying its business model as sports betting, which in Missouri carries taxes and regulations.

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Spokane Spokesman-Review· Oct 19, 6:02 PMPrediction market company backed by actress Sydney Sweeney sues Missouri AG - Mon, 19 Oct 2026 PST

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