TOTAL VOLUME:
$148.3b
24H VOL:
$206,446,559
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,817,056,367
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,853,498,357
475,549
Markets across
35,554
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,812
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
38%
VS.
Kalshi:
62%
Closed: Oct 9, 5:00 PM EST
Kalshi
This market tracks whether the simple average of sixty seconds of CF Benchmarks' Bitcoin Real-Time Index (BRTI) will be above 77499.99 at 5 PM EDT on October 9, 2026. Currently, the probability of this outcome occurring on Kalshi is 99.0%. The resolution source for this market is CF Benchmarks' Bitcoin Real-Time Index (BRTI). Traders should closely watch the price of Bitcoin as it approaches the October 9, 2026 deadline, as the final sixty seconds of BRTI data before 5 PM EDT will determine the market’s outcome.
All markets share a common resolution methodology based on CF Benchmarks' Bitcoin Real-Time Index (BRTI). For each market, the resolution depends on whether the simple average of the sixty seconds of BRTI prices immediately preceding 5 PM EDT on October 9, 2026, exceeds a specified threshold. The final price is determined by averaging these sixty values at the last minute before expiration. While external sources like Google or Coinbase may indicate different prices, only the CF Benchmarks BRTI is authoritative for settlement. Each market corresponds to a distinct price threshold, and the 'Yes' outcome occurs if the calculated average surpasses that threshold; otherwise, it resolves to 'No'.
Currently, prediction market odds offer a distinct perspective compared to typical spot price expectations. While traditional analysts and polls may focus on historical trends and fundamental analysis, this market reflects the collective judgment of individuals incentivized to accurately forecast the future price of Bitcoin. Discrepancies can arise due to differing risk assessments, access to information, or simply varying interpretations of market signals. It’s common to see prediction markets incorporate information faster than traditional forecasts, potentially leading to earlier signals of price movements.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction mechanism, meaning traders buy and sell contracts representing different price outcomes for Bitcoin. The price of each contract fluctuates based on supply and demand, reflecting the evolving beliefs of market participants. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The closer the price gets to the settlement date, the more the market price will converge towards the expected outcome. This dynamic pricing allows for a real-time assessment of the probability distribution of potential Bitcoin prices.
This market resolves around Oct 9, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final price will be determined by the Bitcoin price at 5pm EDT on October 9, 2026, as reported by a widely recognized and trusted financial data source. Traders holding contracts corresponding to the correct price range will receive a payout, while those holding contracts on incorrect ranges will not. The resolution process ensures a transparent and objective determination of the market’s outcome.
Numerous signals and events could significantly impact this market over the next few years. Major regulatory changes regarding cryptocurrency, widespread adoption by institutional investors, or significant technological advancements in the Bitcoin network could all drive price fluctuations. Unexpected macroeconomic events, such as global recessions or shifts in monetary policy, could also play a role. Furthermore, security breaches or major hacks impacting the Bitcoin ecosystem could introduce volatility and influence trading activity in this market.