TOTAL VOLUME:
$142.3b
24H VOL:
$107,419,736
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,643,541,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,594,026,835
471,138
Markets across
35,775
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,926
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
38%
VS.
Kalshi:
62%
$73,000 or above
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Resolves Oct 16, 2026
Time left: 01d:16h:32m
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This market tracks whether the average Bitcoin price will be above $70,000 at 5:00 PM EDT on October 16, 2026. Currently, the probability of this outcome occurring on Kalshi is 99.0%. Resolution will be based on the simple average of sixty seconds of CF Benchmarks' Bitcoin Real-Time Index (BRTI) before the specified time. Keep a close watch on developments surrounding the halving event scheduled for Spring 2024, as it historically influences Bitcoin’s price trajectory and could provide early signals relevant to this market.
All markets resolve based on the simple average of the sixty seconds of CF Benchmarks' Bitcoin Real-Time Index (BRTI) immediately before 5 PM EDT on October 16, 2026. For each market, if this average exceeds the specified threshold (e.g., $70,000.00, $70,500.00, etc.), the market resolves to 'Yes'; otherwise, it resolves to 'No'. The official price is determined by collecting 60 BRTI prices during the final minute before expiration and averaging them. All markets share this consistent methodology, with each threshold defining a separate outcome.
Currently, prediction market odds offer a distinct perspective compared to typical spot price expectations derived from polls or analyst forecasts. While traditional forecasts often rely on fundamental and technical analysis, this market represents a weighted average of informed opinions expressed through actual financial commitments. This difference arises because traders in this market are putting their money where their mouths are, incentivizing more accurate predictions. Examining the discrepancy between these two viewpoints can provide valuable insights into market confidence and potential biases.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction mechanism, meaning buyers and sellers submit bids and asks, and trades occur when they match. The price reflects the probability of the Bitcoin price falling within a specific range on the resolution date. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The market depth and trading volume influence price discovery, with higher volume generally indicating greater confidence in the current price. Traders dynamically adjust their positions based on new information and their own assessments of Bitcoin's future value, leading to a constantly updating price.
This market resolves around Oct 16, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the Bitcoin price at 5pm EDT on October 16, 2026, is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will be based on data from a widely recognized and trusted source for cryptocurrency pricing. Traders will then receive payouts based on whether their predictions aligned with the actual Bitcoin price at the specified time. The market’s resolution process ensures a transparent and objective determination of the outcome.
Several signals and events could significantly move this market over the next few years. Major regulatory developments concerning cryptocurrency, such as new legislation or enforcement actions, would likely have a substantial impact. Macroeconomic factors, including inflation rates, interest rate changes, and global economic growth, could also influence investor sentiment towards Bitcoin. Additionally, technological advancements, security breaches, or significant adoption milestones within the Bitcoin ecosystem could all contribute to price fluctuations and shifts in the market.