Link Collections: Best Real-World Prediction Markets
Predict & Trade on the Outcome of Real-World Events
Smarkets is a betting exchange platform that allows users to back and lay with odds on major sports and politics. Smarkets operates primarily in the gaming and sports betting industry.
Kalshi is a federally regulated exchange that allows users to trade on the outcomes of real-world events through event contracts. Kalshi operates under the oversight of the CFTC, ensuring compliance with U.S. regulations.
PredictIt is an online prediction market that offers exchanges on political and financial events. PredictIt which has faced legal challenges regarding its compliance with U.S. regulations, operates as a nonprofit educational project.
Polymarket is a decentralized prediction market platform where users can trade on a wide range of real-world topics, including politics, finance, and current events. Polymarket operates using cryptocurrency, specifically USDC, and leverages blockchain technology to facilitate trades. Polymarket is unregulated in the U.S., which has led to legal challenges, including a fine from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for operating without proper registration.