After the first election debate, QCP Capital shared its perspective on how the U.S. election could influence the cryptocurrency market. According to the firm, investors remain cautious as their attention shifts to key macroeconomic indicators and the upcoming election decision. The CEO of Chirp, a decentralized telecommunications network, echoed this sentiment, noting that while the […]
CFTC Loses Round One: Kalshi Cleared to Offer US Election Bets
A federal judge this week sided with the prediction market Kalshi’s motion for summary judgment in its legal battle with the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This decision opens the door for U.S. citizens to place bets on the upcoming November election. However, the ruling isn’t the final word just yet, as the CFTC […]
Political Meme Coin Economy Shrinks by $420M as US Election Nears
Polymarket Hits Record $472.87M in August Volume Amid Election Betting Frenzy
The blockchain-powered prediction market Polymarket saw an additional $ 85.84 million in trading volume during August, marking a notable uptick from July. August’s volume of $ 472.87 million set a new high, surpassing every month since Polymarket’s inception. Polymarket Volume Soars in August While some sectors faltered in August, Polymarket thrived, setting new …
Trump Maintains Slight Advantage in Election Odds on Polymarket After Harris Interview
After a 40-day interview hiatus, Vice President Kamala Harris has finally given her first Q&A session since President Joe Biden announced he won’t seek re-election in 2024. According to Polymarket’s election betting odds, former President Donald Trump is currently edging ahead, leading by a modest 1 percentage point. At the moment, Trump holds a 50% […]