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Polymarket user gains $400K betting on ZachXBT investigation
A Polymarket user earned $400K by correctly betting on outcomes related to blockchain investigator ZachXBT's investigation, demonstrating profitable opportunities in crypto-related prediction markets.
MrBeast Video Editor Suspended From Beast Industries Following Kalshi Insider Trading Probe
MrBeast video editor suspended following Kalshi insider trading investigation, raising questions about access to non-public information and market integrity on prediction platforms.
Bitcoin, Ethereum Traders Show Optimism Despite 'Extreme Fear' in Crypto
Bitcoin and Ethereum traders display optimism despite Crypto Fear & Greed Index showing extreme fear. BTC at $66,942 (-2.3%), ETH at $1,992 (-3.5%), suggesting sentiment-price divergence.
Sentiment divergence signals potential contrarian trading opportunities in crypto prediction markets.
Kalshi boots a US politician off the platform for insider trading
Kalshi removed a US politician and a YouTuber from its platform for insider trading violations, demonstrating increased scrutiny of users with access to non-public information on prediction market outcomes.
MrBeast editor nabbed by prediction market firm Kalshi for alleged insider trading
Kalshi caught and punished a MrBeast editor for insider trading on prediction markets related to upcoming YouTube video content, highlighting enforcement challenges as platforms expand into entertainment markets.
MrBeast Employee Fined, Suspended by Kalshi for Insider Trading on YouTube Videos
A MrBeast employee was fined and suspended by Kalshi for using insider knowledge about unreleased YouTube videos to profit on entertainment prediction markets, raising integrity concerns for content-related contracts.
Circle beats Q4 earnings estimates as USDC supply jumps 72%; shares surge 20%
Circle's strong Q4 earnings and 72% USDC supply growth to $75B could impact crypto liquidity prediction markets, though this news has limited direct prediction market relevance beyond general crypto sentiment.
🔮 Polymarket is Doubling Down on Substack
Polymarket expands its Substack presence to share prediction market data and trader insights with broader audiences. The goal is introducing forecasting methodology to readers beyond active traders.
🔮 TILTED: How ‘Betwick’ Lost 70% of His Bankroll and Climbed Back to $800K
Polymarket whale 'Betwick' recovered from losing 70% of bankroll to reach $800K in lifetime profits. European trader shares strategy after starting during Biden's withdrawal summer 2024.
Trump’s speech at Davos gives small boost to Crypto! Saylor buys $2.13B BTC! Blondish Interview!
Crypto majors are very red following a red Tuesday across markets; BTC -3% at $88,200; ETH -6% at $2,905, SOL -2% at $127; XRP -2% to $1. 88. MYX (+11%) and ZRO (+10%) led top movers.
Pump & Memes HEATING up! XMR vs ZEC! How important are these rate cuts? - Under Exposed
Crypto majors are green; BTC +1. 5% at $92,000; ETH +1% at $3,130, SOL +2% at $142; XRP +1% to $2. 06.
PsyopAnime Meme up 30X! Are Memes back? Monero ATH! Interview W/ Joseph Chalom, CEO of Sharplink
Crypto majors are green; BTC +1. 5% at $92,000; ETH +1% at $3,130, SOL +2% at $142; XRP +1% to $2. 06.
A16z raise $15B! Jerome Powell vs Trump! Crypto remains flat! Special Guest: Dudas!
Crypto majors are mostly flat headed into Monday open; btc even at $90,600; eth +1% at $3,110, sol +2% at $140; xrp -2% to $2. 04. Ip (+20%) and xmr (+15%) led top movers; xmr hit a new ath at $590.
🔮 RISK OFF
Scottilicious earned $1.3M on Polymarket using psychology-driven politics trading and Fiverr researchers. Success required hiring personal risk manager to handle exposure and bankroll.
🔮 STABLE?
Polymarket launches stablecoin depeg prediction markets following Terra/UST collapse lessons. Traders can forecast which of top stablecoins face highest risk of losing dollar peg.
Economics of Partial Adoption
Article examines Solana's validator economy and MEV extraction via Jito's off-chain coordination layer. Discusses economic implications of partial Raiku adoption.
Not directly prediction market relevant; focuses on blockchain infrastructure and MEV dynamics.
Movement Labs Uncovered: The Tech, Tokenomics & 100x Potential
Movement Labs blockchain project analysis covering tech, tokenomics and 100x potential claims. Focuses on decentralization vision and crypto community engagement.
Monitor blockchain projects with hype for token-related prediction market opportunities on launch outcomes.
