About the author
James Carlton is a crypto analyst at PolyGram with a focus on on-chain data. His background is in DeFi research, where he has written on liquidity analytics, stablecoin flows, and cross-chain arbitrage.
At PolyGram, James focuses on USDC volume on Polygon, Polymarket's conditional-token framework, and how crypto market sentiment transmits into prediction-market quotes. His work combines on-chain signals (whale wallets, funding rates, spot-ETF flows) with live order-book data.
James holds an MSc in Quantitative Finance and publishes regularly on BTC and ETH price targets, crypto regulation, and the increasing convergence of DeFi and prediction markets.
Areas of expertise
On-Chain AnalyticsDeFiUSDCPolygonBitcoinEthereumConditional Tokens
Recent articles by James Carlton
Polymarket Election Markets: Complete Trader's Guide 2025
1 April 2026Polymarket election markets
Prediction Market API: Build Your Own Trading Bot
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Understanding Prediction Market Odds and Probability
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Prediction Market Taxes: What You Need to Know
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Kelly Criterion for Prediction Markets: Size Your Bets
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How Prediction Markets Resolve: Settlement Explained
1 May 2026prediction market resolution
2026 FIFA World Cup Predictions: Live Odds & Analysis
1 May 2026World Cup 2026 prediction odds
US Senate 2026: Prediction Market Odds by State
1 May 2026US Senate prediction market 2026
Prediction Markets for Beginners: Start Trading in 5 Minutes
1 May 2026prediction markets for beginners
Best Polymarket Alternatives in 2026: Full Comparison
1 May 2026Polymarket alternatives 2026
DeFi Prediction Markets: Decentralized Forecasting in 2026
1 May 2026DeFi prediction markets
Building a Prediction Market Portfolio: Diversification Guide
1 May 2026prediction market portfolio
How Accurate Are Prediction Markets? The Research
1 May 2026prediction market accuracy
Election Prediction Markets 2026: Real-Time Odds for Midterms & Global Votes
1 May 2026election prediction markets 2026
How to Make Money with Prediction Markets in 2026: A Realistic Guide
1 May 2026how to make money prediction markets
PolyGram vs Polymarket: Which Platform Is Better in 2026?
1 May 2026polygram vs polymarket
Prediction Markets on Telegram: How PolyGram Mini App Works in 2026
1 May 2026prediction market telegram
5 Proven Prediction Market Strategies That Work in 2026
1 May 2026prediction market strategies
Decentralized Prediction Markets: How On-Chain Forecasting Works in 2026
1 May 2026decentralized prediction market
Polygon & USDC in Prediction Markets: Fast, Cheap, and Reliable Settlement
1 May 2026polygon USDC prediction market
Crypto Prediction Markets 2026: Bitcoin, Ethereum & Altcoin Forecasting Guide
1 May 2026crypto prediction market
Information Markets vs Prediction Markets: How Forecasting Aggregates Knowledge
1 May 2026information markets prediction markets
PolyGram Sign Up Guide 2026: Start Trading Prediction Markets in 60 Seconds
1 May 2026polymarket signup guide
How Accurate Are Prediction Markets? Research & Evidence from 2016-2026
1 May 2026how accurate are prediction markets
NBA Championship Odds 2026: Which Teams Are Prediction Markets Backing?
1 May 2026NBA championship odds 2026
Conditional Prediction Markets Explained: How Nested Forecasts Work
1 May 2026conditional prediction markets
UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Prediction Markets: Winner Odds & Quarter-Final Guide
1 May 2026champions league prediction market 2026
Polymarket User Reviews 2026: Real Trader Experiences & Honest Assessment
1 May 2026polymarket erfahrungen 2026
AI Prediction Markets 2026: Trade GPT-5, AGI Timelines & Tech Milestones
1 May 2026AI prediction markets 2026
Boxing Prediction Markets 2026: Undisputed Champions & Title Fight Odds
1 May 2026boxing prediction market 2026
Prediction Market Tax Guide 2026: US, UK, Germany & Global Overview
1 May 2026prediction market tax guide 2026
Formula 1 2026 Prediction Markets: Championship Odds, Race Winners & Constructor Title
2 May 2026formula 1 prediction market 2026
US Senate & House 2026 Midterm Prediction Markets: Control Odds Explained
2 May 2026US House Senate 2026 prediction
Inflation Prediction Markets 2026: CPI, PCE & Fed Target Markets
2 May 2026inflation prediction market 2026
Cricket Prediction Markets 2026: ICC Events, Ashes & T20 World Cup Odds
2 May 2026cricket prediction market 2026
Oscars 2027 Prediction Markets: Best Picture, Director & Actor Odds
2 May 2026Oscars prediction market 2027
Copy Trading on Prediction Markets: Follow Top Forecasters in 2026
2 May 2026prediction market copy trading
Building a Prediction Market Portfolio: Diversification & Risk Strategy 2026
2 May 2026prediction market portfolio strategy
2028 Presidential Election Prediction Markets: Early Republican & Democratic Odds
2 May 20262028 presidential election prediction market
Prediction Market Best Practices 2026: Professional Trader Checklist
2 May 2026prediction market best practices
US Open Tennis 2026 Prediction Markets: Men's & Women's Champion Odds
2 May 2026US Open tennis prediction market 2026
How to Login to Polymarket in 2026: PolyGram as the Easiest Alternative
2 May 2026polymarket login
How to Spot Value in Prediction Markets: 5 Signs a Market Is Mispriced
2 May 2026mispriced prediction market value
French Open 2026 Prediction Markets: Roland Garros Champion Odds & Clay Analysis
2 May 2026French Open 2026 prediction market
Prediction Market Psychology: 7 Cognitive Biases That Cost You Money
2 May 2026prediction market psychology biases
Polymarket Tutorial 2026: Step-by-Step Guide for Complete Beginners
2 May 2026polymarket tutorial 2026
Prediction Market Community 2026: Telegram Groups, Discord & Learning Resources
2 May 2026prediction market community 2026
XRP & Ripple Prediction Markets 2026: SEC Case, Price Targets & ODL Markets
2 May 2026XRP prediction market 2026
Rugby World Cup 2027 Prediction Markets: Early Odds & Southern Hemisphere Dominance
2 May 2026rugby world cup prediction market 2027
Political Prediction Market Strategy: How to Trade Elections & Policy Markets
2 May 2026political prediction market strategy
How to Deposit USDC on Polymarket/PolyGram: The Fastest 2026 Methods
2 May 2026polymarket deposit USDC 2026
Using the Polymarket Data API: Real-Time Prediction Market Data for Developers
2 May 2026polymarket data API developer
