FlightAware sues Kalshi over alleged unauthorized data use for flight cancellation markets
Quick TakeFlightAware sued Kalshi on Monday, accusing the prediction markets platform of improperly using its data and name to “run gambling markets.”FlightAware is also seeking a temporary restraining order to bar Kalshi from offering markets involving the flight-tracking site. Flight tracking site FlightAware has sued Kalshi, accusing the prediction markets platform of improperly using its data and name to “run gambling markets on flight cancellations.” In a Monday filing, FlightAware alleged that Kalshi operates prediction markets relying on its data while presenting the company as a close partner, which FlightAware said has jeopardized its reputation. Last month, Kalshi launched markets allowing users to bet on flight cancellations, according to the filing. Specifically, Kalshi stated that the outcomes of those bets are “verified from FlightAware.” “Kalshi never informed FlightAware that it would rely on FlightAwares data to determine the outcome of these betting markets,” FlightAware said in the complaint. Safety concerns FlightAware also raised safety concerns. While Kalshi notes that the contracts exclude payouts for events involving malicious and security-related disruptions, FlightAware said the markets “can strand travelers, disrupt airline operations, and threaten safety.” “There was widespread outrage and concern that the markets would incentivize unsafe tactics to impact cancellations, threatening public safety and creating the potential for