TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.8b
24H VOL:
$238,896,186
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,985,204,718
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,897,934,485
408,127
Markets across
39,552
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,429
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 17, 10:00 AM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks the proportion of open versus closed token usage in AI systems on a specific date, reflecting trends in transparency and accessibility within AI development. The outcome depends on whether this proportion exceeds certain thresholds, indicating varying levels of openness in AI technologies deployed that day.
The event determines whether the Open vs. Closed Token Volume (open weights share) for October 16, 2026, exceeds specified thresholds, with multiple markets each defining a different threshold for resolution. All markets use the same data source: the Open Weights percentage from Vercel AI Gateway's Open vs. Closed Token Volume chart, measured at 10:00 AM ET on October 17, 2026. If the recorded percentage meets or exceeds the threshold defined for a specific market, that market resolves to Yes; otherwise, it resolves to No. Each market’s threshold varies, ranging from 49.4% to 73.8%, allowing participants to bet on different levels of openness in AI token usage for that day. Kalshi clarifies that it holds no official affiliation with Vercel, and all trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.
Currently, it's difficult to directly compare the odds in this market to specific analyst forecasts, as opinions on the future of open weights tokens vary widely. However, prediction markets often aggregate diverse perspectives and can provide a different signal than traditional polls or expert opinions. If analyst forecasts consistently diverge from the implied probabilities shown in this market, it could indicate that traders possess unique information or have a different interpretation of available data. It’s important to consider both sources of information when forming your own view.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous double auction, meaning traders buy and sell contracts representing different outcomes. The price of each contract reflects the market’s collective assessment of the probability of that outcome occurring. On Kalshi, 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 will adjust to reflect changing expectations. The current market price indicates what traders are willing to pay for a contract that pays out if a specific outcome is realized regarding open weights token volume.
This market resolves around Oct 24, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will be based on the relative volume of open weights tokens traded versus closed weights tokens during the specified period. The exact methodology for determining the outcome will rely on publicly available data sources and established standards for measuring token volume. Traders should review the market details on Kalshi for complete information regarding the resolution process.
Several factors could significantly impact this market. Major announcements regarding the development or adoption of open weights tokens, such as partnerships with large organizations or breakthroughs in AI research, would likely cause price movements. Regulatory changes concerning cryptocurrency or AI could also play a role. Furthermore, shifts in overall market sentiment towards cryptocurrency or AI investments could influence trading activity in this market. Any news that affects the perceived value or future prospects of open weights tokens has the potential to shift the odds.