Chicago AWIC Webinar: Navigating the Regulatory Landscape of Prediction Markets

​Join the AWIC Chicago Chapter on May 26th from 2:00 – 3:00 PM CT for a timely webinar exploring the evolving regulatory landscape surrounding prediction markets—an area gaining rapid attention across digital assets, Web3, and beyond.

​As innovation accelerates, so do legal and compliance considerations. This session will unpack key questions around how prediction markets are classified and regulated, touching on themes such as the distinction between gambling and prediction markets, securities law implications, federal restrictions, and emerging enforcement trends. We’ll also explore practical challenges including market integrity, event verification, and jurisdictional complexities across the U.S. and internationally.

​While not exhaustive, this discussion will provide a strong overview of the most pressing regulatory issues shaping this space today.

​Speakers:
Olta Andreoni, President, AWIC Chicago Chapter & Executive US Director and Strategic Legal Advisor at Crystal Intelligence
Michael Frisch, Partner at Croke Fairchild Duarte & Beres, advising clients across crypto, digital assets, and Web3 on regulatory compliance, investigations, and governance

​Whether you’re a legal professional, builder, investor, or simply interested in the intersection of regulation and innovation, this session will offer valuable insights into one of the most dynamic areas in the industry today.