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GitHub.com critical incident by...?
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Will there be a critical GitHub incident?

Volume:
$1,233

October 23

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Resolved Oct 21, 2026

Closed: Oct 21, 5:31 PM EST

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October 23

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2%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
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N/A
$943
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Yes
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October 16

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No
Total markets: 2

Description

This market will resolve to “Yes” if GitHub.com experiences an incident with an impact classified as “critical” between market creation and the listed date, 11:59 PM ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to “No.” An incident will qualify if the official GitHub Status Page (githubstatus.com) or the official GitHub Status API (githubstatus.com/api) classifies the incident's impact as "critical," unless its affected components, once the incident is marked "Resolved," consist solely of Copilot and/or Copilot AI Model Providers. Incidents listing no affected components will qualify. GitHub classifies incident impact as None, Minor, Major, or Critical; only Critical will qualify. Component status labels (e.g. "Degraded Performance," "Partial Outage," or "Major Outage") will have no bearing on this market absent a qualifying critical incident. Revisions published after an incident is marked “Resolved” will not be considered. If an incident that began before 11:59 PM ET on the listed date remains unresolved at that time, this market will remain open and resolve at the earlier of: (i) when the incident is officially resolved, or (ii) the end of the seventh calendar day (ET) after the listed date, at which point the market will resolve based on the official information available at that time. Incidents whose affected components, once the incident is marked "Resolved," consist solely of Copilot and/or Copilot AI Model Providers will not qualify. Scheduled maintenance will not qualify. The primary resolution source for this market will be official GitHub system-status information published at https://www.githubstatus.com/, including the official GitHub Status API (https://www.githubstatus.com/api); however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.

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This market will resolve to “Yes” if GitHub.com experiences an incident with an impact classified as “critical” between market creation and the listed date, 11:59 PM ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to “No.” An incident will qualify if the official GitHub Status Page (githubstatus.com) or the official GitHub Status API (githubstatus.com/api) classifies the incident's impact as "critical," unless its affected components, once the incident is marked "Resolved," consist solely of Copilot and/or Copilot AI Model Providers. Incidents listing no affected components will qualify. GitHub classifies incident impact as None, Minor, Major, or Critical; only Critical will qualify. Component status labels (e.g. "Degraded Performance," "Partial Outage," or "Major Outage") will have no bearing on this market absent a qualifying critical incident. Revisions published after an incident is marked “Resolved” will not be considered. If an incident that began before 11:59 PM ET on the listed date remains unresolved at that time, this market will remain open and resolve at the earlier of: (i) when the incident is officially resolved, or (ii) the end of the seventh calendar day (ET) after the listed date, at which point the market will resolve based on the official information available at that time. Incidents whose affected components, once the incident is marked "Resolved," consist solely of Copilot and/or Copilot AI Model Providers will not qualify. Scheduled maintenance will not qualify. The primary resolution source for this market will be official GitHub system-status information published at https://www.githubstatus.com/, including the official GitHub Status API (https://www.githubstatus.com/api); however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.

Frequently asked questions

On Polymarket, the dashboard for the GitHub incident market tracks the current odds of various outcomes related to the nature and cause of a critical incident on GitHub. You’ll find the implied probability of different scenarios, a price history showing how the odds have shifted over time, and the 24-hour trading volume, which currently stands at $783. Total volume for this market is $1,233. This provides a real-time view of what traders believe is most likely to happen regarding the incident.

Currently, prediction market odds reflect a collective assessment of the potential causes of the GitHub incident. This differs from traditional analyst forecasts, which often rely on individual expertise and may not fully incorporate the wisdom of the crowd. While analyst opinions can be valuable, this market aggregates insights from a diverse range of participants, potentially offering a more dynamic and accurate view of the situation as new information emerges. It's important to consider both perspectives when evaluating the likelihood of different outcomes.

On Polymarket, this market is priced through a continuous exchange where traders buy and sell shares representing their beliefs about the incident’s cause. The price of each share reflects the implied probability of that outcome being correct. On Polymarket, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. As more traders participate and new information becomes available, the prices adjust to reflect the evolving consensus. This creates a dynamic pricing mechanism that attempts to accurately represent the collective intelligence of the market participants regarding the GitHub incident.

This market resolves around Oct 24, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the root cause of the GitHub incident is verified against credible public reporting. Resolution will depend on official statements from GitHub or reliable sources detailing the nature of the incident and its underlying cause. The market will then settle based on which outcome most closely aligns with the confirmed information. Traders should monitor official channels for updates as the resolution date approaches.

Several signals could significantly impact this market. Official announcements from GitHub regarding the incident’s status, including details about affected services and potential causes, would be key catalysts. Reports from cybersecurity experts or credible news sources offering insights into the incident could also shift the odds. Unexpected escalations in the severity of the incident, or the discovery of new vulnerabilities, could also lead to substantial price movements in this market as traders react to the changing information landscape.