TLDR
- Polymarket daily users jumped from 20K to 58K amid POLY token buzz.
- Platform confirms Pro tier with faster trades and advanced analytics.
- Polymarket trading volume surpassed $18.1 billion with 1.3M users.
- New sports markets now drive more volume than rival platform Kalshi.
Crypto prediction platform Polymarket is seeing a sharp rise in user activity and trading volume. This comes as the platform confirms plans to launch a new “Pro” version for advanced traders. At the same time, rumors of a possible POLY token airdrop are fueling user interest. Daily active users have nearly tripled, while total trading volume has reached over $18 billion, driven by new market categories and increased engagement.
Polymarket to Launch “Pro” Platform for Advanced Traders
Polymarket is preparing to release a new professional-grade version of its platform, aimed at institutional and high-volume traders. A developer, Mustafa Aljadery, confirmed in a Discord message shared on October 18 that the Pro platform will be launched before the end of the year.
The upcoming version is expected to offer faster trade execution, richer data feeds, and advanced analytics. These features are commonly used by experienced traders seeking precision and speed. The company has not yet shared further technical details about the rollout. However, the move is seen as part of a broader push to expand Polymarket’s appeal beyond casual users.
The platform already attracts traders with high forecasting accuracy, which makes it a popular choice for betting on real-world outcomes. According to internal data, market predictions on Polymarket are correct 95% of the time shortly before settlement.
Rumors of POLY Token Airdrop Boost User Growth
Interest in Polymarket surged after CEO Shayne Coplan mentioned “POLY” alongside top cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum in a recent post. Although the platform has not confirmed any token plans, users quickly speculated about a possible airdrop of a native POLY token.
Following the CEO’s comment, daily active users jumped from around 20,000 to nearly 58,000. Many users are engaging more with the platform in hopes of qualifying for any future token distribution.
Some traders have reportedly increased their volume by repeatedly buying and selling the same contracts. This behavior is often associated with “airdrop farming,” where users aim to qualify for token rewards based on platform activity.
The speculation around a token launch has continued to trend across crypto-focused communities. Still, no official announcement regarding a POLY token or airdrop has been made by Polymarket at this time.
Sports Markets Drive Volume as Polymarket Competes with Kalshi
Alongside the growth in prediction and political markets, Polymarket is now gaining traction through sports-related trading. Haseeb Qureshi, Managing Partner at Dragonfly Capital, noted that sports markets have helped increase the platform’s volume.
Qureshi stated that Polymarket’s daily spot trading often exceeds that of its regulated competitor, Kalshi. While Kalshi benefits from its Robinhood integration, Polymarket is drawing direct traffic through its blockchain-based approach.
These new sports markets have attracted a broader user base, contributing to the growth in total trading volume. According to data from Dune Analytics, the platform has generated over $18.1 billion in total volume and has more than 1.3 million unique users.
Forecast Accuracy Remains a Key Feature for User Retention
Polymarket’s core strength remains its prediction accuracy. The platform’s markets have shown a consistent rate of correct outcomes, particularly in the final hours before settlement. Internal reports show that markets were correct around 91% of the time even a month before closing.
This high level of accuracy is one of the main reasons users continue to engage with the platform. Crowd-driven forecasting has proven effective in both political and sports-based predictions, according to the platform’s analytics.
As the end of the year approaches, Polymarket’s confirmed Pro tier and ongoing token speculation continue to fuel its user and volume growth.
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Kelvin Munene is a crypto and finance journalist with over 5 years of experience in market analysis and expert commentary. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Actuarial Science from Mount Kenya University and is known for meticulous research in cryptocurrency, blockchain, and financial markets. His work has been featured in top publications including Coingape, Cryptobasic, MetaNews, Coinedition, and Analytics Insight. Kelvin specializes in uncovering emerging crypto trends and delivering data-driven analyses to help readers make informed decisions. Outside of work, he enjoys chess, traveling, and exploring new adventures.
