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
Is Polymarket Legal? Country-by-Country Guide 2025
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Polymarket vs Betfair: Which is Better for Prediction Markets?
1 April 2026Polymarket vs Betfair
Prediction Market Strategies: How to Profit in 2026
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Prediction Markets vs Sports Betting: Key Differences
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Best Prediction Markets in 2026: Platform Comparison
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Is Polymarket Legal? Regulation Guide for 2026
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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
Polymarket Fees: Complete Breakdown for 2026
1 May 2026Polymarket fees
Hedging Strategies Using Prediction Markets
1 May 2026hedging with prediction markets
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
Prediction Market Regulation in 2026: What's Legal Where?
1 May 2026prediction market regulation 2026
Using Prediction Markets for Sports: A Complete Guide
1 May 2026prediction markets sports betting
Best Prediction Market Platforms in 2026: Ranked and Reviewed
1 May 2026best prediction markets 2026
5 Proven Prediction Market Strategies That Work in 2026
1 May 2026prediction market strategies
Polymarket Review 2026: Is It Still the Best Prediction Market Platform?
1 May 2026polymarket review 2026
NBA 2026 Finals Prediction Markets: Championship Odds & Playoff Guide
1 May 2026NBA prediction markets 2026
How CLOB Works in Prediction Markets: Central Limit Order Book Explained
1 May 2026CLOB prediction market
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1 May 2026polygon USDC prediction market
Information Markets vs Prediction Markets: How Forecasting Aggregates Knowledge
1 May 2026information markets prediction markets
Prediction Market Tax Guide 2026: US, UK, Germany & Global Overview
1 May 2026prediction market tax guide 2026
2026 US Midterm Elections Prediction Markets: Senate & House Control Odds
1 May 20262026 midterm elections prediction market
Formula 1 2026 Prediction Markets: Championship Odds, Race Winners & Constructor Title
2 May 2026formula 1 prediction market 2026
UFC & MMA Prediction Markets 2026: Fight Odds, Belt Markets & Method of Victory
2 May 2026UFC prediction market 2026
10 Prediction Market Mistakes Beginners Make (And How to Avoid Them)
2 May 2026prediction market beginner mistakes
Prediction Market Best Practices 2026: Professional Trader Checklist
2 May 2026prediction market best practices
Stock Market Prediction Markets 2026: S&P 500, NASDAQ & Dow Jones Odds
2 May 2026stock market prediction market 2026
Prediction Market Psychology: 7 Cognitive Biases That Cost You Money
2 May 2026prediction market psychology biases
Prediction Markets on Your Phone: PolyGram Telegram Mini App Full Review
2 May 2026prediction market phone app telegram
NFL Draft 2026 Prediction Markets: No. 1 Pick, Team Selections & Prospect Odds
2 May 2026NFL Draft prediction market 2026
Political Prediction Market Strategy: How to Trade Elections & Policy Markets
2 May 2026political prediction market strategy
Autonomous Vehicle & Robotaxi Prediction Markets 2026: Tesla, Waymo & Level 5 Odds
2 May 2026autonomous vehicle prediction market 2026
Are Prediction Markets Gambling? Legal & Academic Perspective 2026
2 May 2026are prediction markets gambling
