(AsiaGameHub) – By: James Vance, Senior Columnist permanently stationed at a top-tier international tech weekly
Pred launched its sports trading exchange ahead of the 2026 World Cup. After an invite-only beta, public access began on June 4. Beta saw over 300 users make 100,000 trades, with nearly $5M in notional volume. The platform runs on Coinbase’s Base blockchain. Traders match positions peer-to-peer, settling in USDC.
Big events like the World Cup draw users, but sports offer ongoing action. Amit Mahensaria, CEO, says sports don’t have a post-event cliff. Domestic leagues keep volume alive. Pred’s markets include 15-minute in-game and live moneyline formats. It’s not a traditional sportsbook—no platform taking user bets. Independent liquidity providers quote both sides. However, regulators watch event contracts and stablecoins here. The exchange mixes sportsbook speed with on-chain transparency. But compliance with regulations will shape its path.
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