financial platforms

U.S. prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket are entering the lucrative perpetual futures (perps) market, previously dominated by offshore exchanges. With perps now exceeding 70% of crypto trading volume globally, their U.S. introduction could reshape real-world event trading and challenge established platforms. While analysts view this as a natural extension and potentially defensive move, concerns about increased volatility and regulatory scrutiny loom, especially given recent issues in prediction markets. The CFTC aims to facilitate perps trading with safeguards, potentially paving the way for their expansion beyond crypto.

A Basware survey shows mixed AI agent adoption. While 61% of companies are experimenting, many struggle with practical implementation, highlighting a need for strong governance. Basware’s platform uses a policy engine as “autonomy gates” to ensure AI actions align with business rules and compliance. This approach enables finance teams to delegate tasks to AI agents confidently, as demonstrated by Billerud’s reported improvements in invoice accuracy and cost reduction. Basware plans further AI tool releases to embed intelligence deeply within its financial platform.