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World Cup bets smash records as prediction markets hit $20 billion in volume

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Jamie Crawley
World Cup bets smash records as prediction markets hit $20 billion in volume
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup saw a record $20 billion in volume on blockchain-based prediction markets, significantly outpacing political and other sporting events. Platforms like Polymarket are gaining mainstream traction as they utilize stablecoins for decentralized betting on future outcomes.

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup generated a record $20 billion in prediction market volume, according to blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis .

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