Portland, OR, September 6, 2026 —

Kalshi, a regulated exchange for event contracts, has announced an extension of its promotional offer, formerly available only in Oregon, to residents of Washington state. The promotion, utilizing the promo code “OREGONLIVE1,” provides users with a $25 bonus.

This offer allows new and existing users in Washington to access trading funds on the platform. The timing of the promotion is linked to the upcoming football game between the University of Washington (often referred to as “Washington”) and Washington State University (WSU), a significant in-state rivalry.

Kalshi operates as a marketplace where users can trade contracts based on the outcome of future events, including political elections, economic indicators, and increasingly, sporting events. The $25 bonus is intended to encourage participation in these markets, offering individuals an opportunity to engage with event-based trading.

The platform’s expansion of this specific promotion to Washington state suggests an effort to tap into the interest surrounding the high-profile collegiate football matchup. While the specific terms for eligibility beyond residing in Washington and using the promo code were not detailed, the offer centers on providing access to funds for trading purposes.

The extension of the “OREGONLIVE1” promo code aims to broaden Kalshi’s user base in a new geographic region by leveraging a popular local event. This strategy allows users to explore trading on event outcomes with an incentive provided by the exchange.


Story summarized from the original created by Pat Sharyon on www.oregonlive.com, see more information here.

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