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$96.7b
24H VOL:
$309,689,937
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949,851,807
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$2,153,440,677
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PLATFORM COVERAGE:
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This market on Kalshi tracks whether Bitcoin's price will exceed $149,999.99 at specific checkpoint dates through 2026, with resolution determined by the spot price at each designated time. The leading outcome—Bitcoin above that threshold by December 31, 2026 at 11:59PM ET—currently stands at 5.0%, while the earlier August 31, 2026 checkpoint carries a 2.0% probability. Resolution is sourced directly from Bitcoin's price at the specified dates and times. Watch the December 31, 2026 checkpoint at 11:59PM ET, as this marks the final resolution window for the primary outcome in this market.
Bitcoin price is assessed across multiple time horizons extending from May 2026 through January 2027, with the market resolving to Yes if the price reaches or exceeds $150,000 within each specified period. Price determination uses CF Benchmarks' Bitcoin Real-Time Index (BRTI), calculated by averaging values from any sixty-second period while excluding the top 20% and bottom 20% of data points to reduce outlier effects. This pricing methodology is applied consistently across all resolution dates, with data sourced continuously 24/7 throughout each assessment period.
Prediction market odds reflect traders' collective belief about Bitcoin reaching $150k by Jan 31, 2027, which often diverges from spot price alone. While current Bitcoin price is one input, markets also factor in volatility, adoption trends, macroeconomic conditions, and regulatory developments. Analyst price targets and on-chain metrics provide alternative benchmarks; many institutions publish $150k+ forecasts for Bitcoin by 2025–2027. The prediction market odds synthesize these signals into a single probability, making it easier to compare conviction levels across different timeframes and scenarios than relying on any single analyst view.
On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. On Kalshi, this event is priced as a binary contract: traders buy or sell shares that pay out if Bitcoin closes at or above $150k on the resolution date. The market price (0–100 cents per share) directly reflects the implied probability. Higher prices indicate stronger trader conviction that $150k will be reached. Kalshi's order book aggregates all buy and sell interest, so the mid-price you see represents the equilibrium between bulls and bears at that moment. Volume and bid-ask spreads show how liquid the market is and how easily you can enter or exit a position.
The market resolves on Jan 31, 2027. Resolution is determined by whether Bitcoin's price meets the specified threshold at the time of settlement. Traders holding winning shares receive their payout once the outcome is confirmed and the market officially closes. The exact price source and settlement methodology are defined in the market rules; check the full terms on Kalshi for precise details. Until that date, the market remains open for trading, and odds will fluctuate based on new information, price movements, and shifts in trader sentiment.
Major catalysts include Bitcoin spot price movements, regulatory announcements, macroeconomic policy shifts, and institutional adoption milestones. A sharp rally toward $100k would increase conviction in $150k; conversely, a sustained downturn would lower odds. Federal Reserve decisions, inflation data, and geopolitical events also influence crypto sentiment. Corporate treasury announcements, ETF inflows, and changes in mining economics can shift long-term price expectations. Technical breakouts or breakdowns at key resistance levels often trigger rapid repricing. Monitoring on-chain metrics, futures open interest, and major exchange flows helps traders anticipate market moves before they're fully priced in.
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