币界网报道：Kalshi, a U.S.-based prediction market platform, has raised $18.5 million in a Series B funding round led by Sequoia Capital, with participation from Charles Schwab and Henry Kravis. The latest investment values the startup at nearly $2 billion, marking a 10x increase from its previous valuation. Founded in 2018, Kalshi operates a regulated exchange allowing users to bet on economic and political events, differentiating itself from crypto-based prediction markets by complying with U.S. financial regulations. The platform has seen rapid growth, with trading volumes doubling every quarter in 2023. CEO Tarek Mansour stated the funds will expand Kalshi’s product offerings and regulatory compliance efforts, aiming to position the company as a mainstream financial tool. The SEC-approved platform is seen as a potential competitor to unregulated crypto prediction markets like Polymarket.