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Kalshi's proposed entertainment contracts on award show outcomes could provide valuable insights into cultural trends, audience preferences, and content creation strategies that impact media and entertainment industries. As a legal researcher specializing in intellectual property law, I understand the importance of regulatory frameworks in protecting innovation and creativity. These contracts would enable content creators, rights holders, and legal professionals to navigate evolving market dynamics, negotiate fair contracts, and enforce intellectual property rights effectively. The CFTC's decision to restrict these markets limits transparency and market-driven insights that support intellectual property protection and industry innovation. Stakeholders in intellectual property law and entertainment law could utilize these contracts to safeguard creative works, foster innovation in media content, and ensure fair compensation for creators. This approach would support a vibrant cultural ecosystem and uphold the principles of creativity and artistic expression in the digital age. Finally, I must vote, the CFTC fails to understand what gaming is and how it was intended to be interpreted. Please do the right thing and vote no on the rule!