Kalshi: Geographic Expansion
Kalshi co-founder Luana Lopes Lara committed to overturning Brazil's ban on prediction markets and re-entering the market through regulatory dialogue rather than litigation. The company is valued at ~$22bn and sees Brazil's October 2026 election as a potential entry opportunity.
Source: SBC News
The leadership read
Likely needs regulatory affairs specialists, government relations managers, and legal counsel experienced in Brazilian financial regulation. May also need compliance officers and business development leads for Latin America expansion.
Market context: the MitchelLake Talent Market Index reads 108.5 — Hot (+10.8 vs prior month); Americas signal share is easing (-9.8pts).
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