From Election Excitement to Post-Election Doldrums: December on Polymarket

According to data, Polymarket experienced its busiest month ever in November, driven largely by the U.S. Presidential Election. However, December’s activity has cooled off, with trading volumes falling below not only November’s peak but also October’s numbers. Additionally, open interest has sharply declined, dropping from nearly $500 million to a current total of $117 million. … Read more

High-Stakes Wagers for 2025: A Dogecoin ETF, Fed Rate Cuts, Super Bowl Glory, and More on the Line

As 2024 comes to a close, everyone’s filled with anticipation for what 2025 has in store, along with all the thrilling events on the horizon. This excitement has sparked a flurry of speculative betting on platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket, where prediction markets are all the rage. Here’s the lowdown on these crypto-infused betting scenes … Read more

$150K Bitcoin by 2025? Polymarket Bettors Split Between Long-Term Optimism and Near-Term Hesitation

According to Polymarket’s latest betting activity, participants are showing a modest 30% confidence in bitcoin (BTC) reaching the $100,000 mark by the end of the year. However, in a twist, another wager on the platform indicates a 21% belief that bitcoin could leap to $150,000 by March 31, 2025. Bitcoin’s Future Price Under the Microscope … Read more

Freeland Resigns, Is Trudeau Next? Exit Odds Surge in Betting Markets

The halls of Canadian Parliament have been buzzing with turmoil following the resignation of Chrystia Freeland, Canada’s finance minister and deputy prime minister. Adding fuel to the fire, speculation is mounting among Polymarket bettors and the general public that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau might also step down as the fallout continues. Canada’s Political Powder Keg: … Read more

Trump’s Pardons Predicted: Jan. 6 Protestor, Ross Ulbricht, and Roger Ver Lead Polymarket Bets

A bet on Polymarket, the prediction marketplace, is drawing buzz with its question: Who will President-elect Donald Trump pardon within his first 100 days? Since its launch, this wager has attracted $3,483,995 in volume. On Friday, Dec. 6, Polymarket participants highlighted top contenders, including Ross Ulbricht, the Silk Road founder, and cryptocurrency entrepreneur Roger Ver. … Read more

French Users Reportedly Blocked From Polymarket Predictions Market

Social media reports suggest that Polymarket has blocked French users and warned against attempts to circumvent the block. According to one social media post, Polymarket now includes France-based users on its list of restricted users. Claims that Polymarket is now inaccessible to French users emerged a few weeks after the country’s gambling regulator reportedly said … Read more