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DraftKings introduces DKeX prediction market exchange
DraftKings has announced the launch of its proprietary prediction market exchange called DKeX, directly integrated into the operator’s unified DraftKings Sports & Casino app.
Back in December 2025, the company launched DraftKings Predictions to offer trades through CME Group’s derivatives exchange. Now with DKeX, the operator will gain more control over its prediction market business and will be able to offer it inside its “Super App” alongside lottery, iGaming, and sports betting products.
DraftKings stated:
“DKeX leverages the technology and Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) license from DraftKings’ acquisition of Railbird Technologies.”
With the launch of an in-house prediction market, DraftKings will get to set fees, structure markets, and design user experiences independently.
Jason Robins, CEO and co-founder of DraftKings, commented:
“The momentum we’ve seen on DraftKings Predictions in recent months reflects the significant progress we’ve made in delivering a more seamless and connected experience for sports fans. DKeX provides a vertically integrated foundation for DraftKings Predictions, strengthening our prediction markets content and capabilities, giving us greater control over the technology that powers those offerings, and enabling us to move faster as we continue enhancing our unified app.”
Additionally, the operator shared that DraftKings Predictions processed $3.4 billion in annualized customer volume and handled $11.3 billion in annualized total trading volume according to June 21, 2026, data.
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