Polymarket Names Japan Representative, Eyes Regulatory Approval by 2030

On May 26, 2026, Polymarket said it has appointed a regional representative in Japan and is preparing to seek permission to operate there amid strict gambling rules. Bloomberg reported the firm aims to secure authorization by 2030 and has tapped Mike Eidlin, linked to blockchain platform Jupiter, to lead local operations and regulatory outreach. Polymarket currently blocks users in Japan due to local legal restrictions.