CFTC advisories issued in March and July 2026 have clarified Regulation 40.2 self-certification rules for event contract series, requiring detailed explanations of settlement methodologies, data sources, and core-principle compliance while discouraging overly broad templates. This guidance, paired with the June 2026 proposed rulemaking defining “gaming” and outlining public-interest factors that generally permit aggregate sports outcomes such as final scores and season-long stats, has lowered barriers for targeted filings. Kalshi and similar DCMs continue submitting player-participation and match-specific contracts amid rising trading volume, while competitive pressure and upcoming NFL/NBA seasons encourage further listings by year-end. Recent court rulings on preemption introduce some uncertainty, yet the framework supports ongoing self-certifications through December 31.