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
How Does Polymarket Work? Complete Beginner's Guide
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Polymarket vs Betfair: Which is Better for Prediction Markets?
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How to Deposit on Polymarket: Step-by-Step Guide 2025
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Prediction Market Strategies: How to Profit in 2026
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How to Use PolyGram: Getting Started Guide for 2026
28 April 2026how to use PolyGram
Best Prediction Markets in 2026: Platform Comparison
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Election Prediction Markets: How They Work in 2026
28 April 2026election prediction markets
Understanding Prediction Market Odds and Probability
28 April 2026prediction market odds
How to Find Arbitrage in Prediction Markets
1 May 2026prediction market arbitrage
Prediction Market Taxes: What You Need to Know
1 May 2026prediction market taxes
10 Common Prediction Market Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
1 May 2026prediction market mistakes
US Senate 2026: Prediction Market Odds by State
1 May 2026US Senate prediction market 2026
Prediction Market Signals: How Traders Read the Odds
1 May 2026prediction market signals
Building a Prediction Market Portfolio: Diversification Guide
1 May 2026prediction market portfolio
How AI Is Changing Prediction Markets in 2026
1 May 2026AI prediction markets
What Is a Prediction Market? The Complete 2026 Guide
1 May 2026what is a prediction market
Best Prediction Market Platforms in 2026: Ranked and Reviewed
1 May 2026best prediction markets 2026
Will Bitcoin Hit $100K in 2026? Prediction Market Odds Analyzed
1 May 2026will bitcoin hit 100k 2026
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
NFL 2026 Prediction Markets: Super Bowl LXI Odds & Season Guide
1 May 2026NFL prediction markets 2026
YES and NO Shares in Prediction Markets: What They Mean and How to Trade Them
1 May 2026yes no shares prediction market
NBA 2026 Finals Prediction Markets: Championship Odds & Playoff Guide
1 May 2026NBA prediction markets 2026
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1 May 2026prediction market deposit guide
Polygon & USDC in Prediction Markets: Fast, Cheap, and Reliable Settlement
1 May 2026polygon USDC 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
Polymarket Alternative for US Users: Trade Prediction Markets Without a VPN
1 May 2026polymarket alternative USA
UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Prediction Markets: Winner Odds & Quarter-Final Guide
1 May 2026champions league prediction market 2026
Wimbledon 2026 Prediction Markets: Men's & Women's Draw Odds
1 May 2026wimbledon prediction market 2026
Golf Major Prediction Markets 2026: Masters, US Open & The Open Champion Odds
1 May 2026golf prediction market 2026
Using Prediction Markets as Insurance: How to Hedge Real-World Risk
1 May 2026prediction market hedge insurance
2026 US Midterm Elections Prediction Markets: Senate & House Control Odds
1 May 20262026 midterm elections prediction market
Gold Price Prediction Markets 2026: XAU/USD Milestones & Safe Haven Odds
2 May 2026gold price prediction market 2026
Cricket Prediction Markets 2026: ICC Events, Ashes & T20 World Cup Odds
2 May 2026cricket prediction market 2026
Real Estate Prediction Markets 2026: US Housing Prices & Market Crash Odds
2 May 2026real estate prediction market 2026
Copy Trading on Prediction Markets: Follow Top Forecasters in 2026
2 May 2026prediction market copy trading
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
Augur Alternative 2026: Why PolyGram Beats Decentralized Prediction Markets
2 May 2026augur alternative 2026
Stock Market Prediction Markets 2026: S&P 500, NASDAQ & Dow Jones Odds
2 May 2026stock market prediction market 2026
How to Login to Polymarket in 2026: PolyGram as the Easiest Alternative
2 May 2026polymarket login
Science & Technology Prediction Markets 2026: Space, AI & Biotech Milestones
2 May 2026science technology prediction market 2026
How to Spot Value in Prediction Markets: 5 Signs a Market Is Mispriced
2 May 2026mispriced prediction market value
Climate & Environment Prediction Markets 2026: CO2, Temperature & Policy Odds
2 May 2026climate prediction market 2026
Prediction Market Community 2026: Telegram Groups, Discord & Learning Resources
2 May 2026prediction market community 2026
Sports Trading vs Prediction Markets: Which Is Better for Professional Traders?
2 May 2026sports trading vs prediction markets
NBA MVP Prediction Markets 2026: Jokic, Tatum, SGA & Award Season Odds
2 May 2026NBA MVP prediction market 2026
NFL Draft 2026 Prediction Markets: No. 1 Pick, Team Selections & Prospect Odds
2 May 2026NFL Draft prediction market 2026
NBA Finals 2026 Prediction Markets: Who Wins the Championship? Live Odds
2 May 2026NBA Finals prediction market 2026
Winter Sports Prediction Markets 2026: Skiing, Snowboarding & Ice Sports
2 May 2026winter sports prediction market 2026
Serie A Prediction Markets 2025/26: Inter Milan, Juventus & Italian Football Odds
2 May 2026serie a prediction market 2026