If you thought Coinbase was just a simple crypto exchange, think again.
The crypto giant is stepping into the thrilling world of prediction markets, teaming up with the federally regulated Kalshi platform to build its own prediction playground.
Stay ahead in the crypto world – follow us on X for the latest updates, insights, and trends!🚀
For those not already knee-deep in crypto slang, prediction markets let traders bet on the outcome of events, think economics, sports, politics, tech, and science, all wrapped up in a slick, user-friendly interface.
Coinbase is working on Prediction Market pic.twitter.com/0T3HwdXmDy
— Jane Manchun Wong (@wongmjane) November 18, 2025
Coinbase is playing by the rules and bringing legal event trading
Picture this, Coinbase is rolling out a site decked out with its unmistakable branding, but this one lets you trade event-based contracts using good old US dollars or the crypto kid, USDC.
The magic sauce here? They’re tapping Kalshi, which is a Commodity Futures Trading Commission-approved platform.
Translation, Coinbase is playing by the rules and bringing legal event trading right to your fingertips in the U.S. And yes, that’s a big deal in a space peppered with grey zone vibes.
What’s clear from leaked screenshots is that Coinbase aims to keep things fresh and lively with new markets popping up regularly, they want to be your go-to spot, whether you’re a seasoned prediction market shark or just dipping your toes in the water.
A nifty FAQ and onboarding guide sweeten the deal, making sure newbies don’t feel like they crashed a Wall Street party unnoticed.
Prediction markets are booming
This move isn’t some quirky side hustle though, it’s a stepping stone toward Coinbase’s grand vision of becoming the “everything exchange.”
They want their platform to be the Swiss Army knife of crypto financial products, and prediction markets are their next blade.
With the Kalshi partnership announced last November, Coinbase also flexes its muscle as the official custodian for these USDC-based event contracts, further staking its claim in this arena.
And they’re not alone in this race. Other crypto big shots have caught the prediction market bug too.
Crypto.com launched a tied-in product with Trump Media, and Gemini is aiming to be a “super app” with a fresh CFTC filing for designated contract market status.
Prediction markets are booming, with platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket raking in record volumes, fueled by users betting on everything under the sun ahead of major political, economic, and cultural events.
Prediction markets backed by Kalshi
Coinbase isn’t just betting on U.S. turf, they’re spreading their wings globally with Coinbase Business launching in Singapore, designed to woo startups and small businesses with instant USDC payments and smooth banking integrations via Standard Chartered.
All said and done, Coinbase’s dive into prediction markets backed by Kalshi looks like a power move.
It could shake up the scene and nudge event-driven trading further into the mainstream, making crypto not just about coins but about crystal-ball gazing on the future.
Get ready, the prediction markets arena just got a lot more interesting.
Disclosure:This article does not contain investment advice or recommendations. Every investment and trading move involves risk, and readers should conduct their own research when making a decision.
Kriptoworld.com accepts no liability for any errors in the articles or for any financial loss resulting from incorrect information.
Cryptocurrency and Web3 expert, founder of Kriptoworld
LinkedIn | X (Twitter) | More articles
With years of experience covering the blockchain space, András delivers insightful reporting on DeFi, tokenization, altcoins, and crypto regulations shaping the digital economy.
📅 Published: November 21, 2025 • 🕓 Last updated: November 21, 2025
✉️ Contact: [email protected]
