TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.8b
24H VOL:
$277,138,640
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,640,614
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,905,404,943
412,077
Markets across
39,838
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,526
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 6, 10:00 AM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks whether a specific artist achieves certain thresholds of global daily views on YouTube within a defined week. The outcome depends on whether the artist's content garners massive audience engagement during that period. All thresholds are evaluated using data from a New York IP address to ensure consistency.
The event determines if the artist 'Future' attains specified global daily view thresholds on YouTube during the week of September 28, 2026, to October 4, 2026. Each market corresponds to a distinct view count benchmark, ranging from above 4 million to above 8 million views. The resolution hinges on whether, at any point during the specified week, the artist's global daily views exceed the respective threshold when measured from a New York IP address. View counts are sourced from YouTube Charts, with 'Global' selected as the location filter. It is explicitly stated that YouTube has not endorsed these markets, and references to YouTube are purely descriptive, indicating no formal affiliation or endorsement by YouTube. All markets share identical secondary rules regarding data sourcing and disclaimer provisions.
Comparing prediction market odds to analyst forecasts reveals how collective intelligence differs from expert opinion. Often, this market reflects a broader range of perspectives than traditional forecasts, potentially incorporating information that analysts may overlook. If analysts predict a certain daily view count will be significantly higher or lower than what is priced into this market, it could indicate an opportunity for informed traders. However, it’s important to remember that both approaches have limitations and can be influenced by biases or unforeseen events.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts representing different potential daily view counts. The price of each contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, as determined by supply and demand. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. Traders are constantly adjusting their positions based on new information and their own assessments of the event's likelihood, leading to dynamic price fluctuations. The market’s price represents the aggregated belief of all participants, offering a unique perspective on the potential outcome.
This market resolves around Oct 8, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The highest daily view count recorded between September 28, 2026, and October 4, 2026, will determine the winning outcome. This will be determined by publicly available data from the relevant source and verified against credible public sources. The resolution process aims to provide a transparent and objective assessment of the event’s outcome based on established data.
Several signals or events could significantly impact this market. Major announcements regarding the content generating the views, shifts in audience demographics, or unexpected viral trends could all influence expectations. Changes in advertising campaigns or platform algorithms could also play a role. Any news impacting the overall media landscape or the popularity of specific content could lead to shifts in trading activity and, consequently, the market’s price. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for understanding potential movements in this market.