In a significant trend, young adults under 21 have engaged in trading on Kalshi, contributing an astonishing $5.4 billion this year. This surge has sparked discussions around the appropriateness of allowing younger individuals access to prediction markets, as many are currently barred from traditional sportsbooks. Advocates for a minimum age of 21 for these markets, including doctors in Texas, are raising concerns about the potential impact of gambling on college students, urging parents to be vigilant as online betting becomes more widespread. Meanwhile, Kalshi continues to attract young traders, highlighting an emerging debate about the regulation of gambling and prediction markets, particularly in college settings where these activities are gaining traction.