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
Polymarket vs Betfair: Which is Better for Prediction Markets?
1 April 2026Polymarket vs Betfair
Prediction Markets vs Sports Betting: Key Differences
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Election Prediction Markets: How They Work in 2026
28 April 2026election prediction markets
Understanding Liquidity in Prediction Markets
1 May 2026prediction market liquidity
Prediction Markets vs Polls: Which Is More Accurate?
1 May 2026prediction markets vs polls
Kelly Criterion for Prediction Markets: Size Your Bets
1 May 2026Kelly criterion prediction markets
Prediction Markets for Beginners: Start Trading in 5 Minutes
1 May 2026prediction markets for beginners
Best Polymarket Alternatives in 2026: Full Comparison
1 May 2026Polymarket alternatives 2026
Polymarket Banned Countries: Where You Can and Can't Trade
1 May 2026Polymarket banned countries
How Accurate Are Prediction Markets? The Research
1 May 2026prediction market accuracy
What Is a Prediction Market? The Complete 2026 Guide
1 May 2026what is a prediction market
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 for UK Traders 2026: Legal Status, Best Platforms & How to Start
1 May 2026prediction markets UK
How CLOB Works in Prediction Markets: Central Limit Order Book Explained
1 May 2026CLOB prediction market
Trump 2028 Prediction Market: Why He Can't Run & What Markets Are Active
1 May 2026trump 2028 prediction market
How Accurate Are Prediction Markets? Research & Evidence from 2016-2026
1 May 2026how accurate are prediction markets
NBA Championship Odds 2026: Which Teams Are Prediction Markets Backing?
1 May 2026NBA championship odds 2026
Super Bowl 2027 Prediction Markets: Early Championship Odds & How to Trade
1 May 2026super bowl prediction market 2027
CLOB vs AMM in Prediction Markets: Which Order Matching Is Better?
1 May 2026CLOB vs AMM prediction market
Prediction Markets UK 2026: PolyGram as the Best Polymarket UK Alternative
1 May 2026polymarket UK
Prediction Market Tax Guide 2026: US, UK, Germany & Global Overview
1 May 2026prediction market tax guide 2026
Prediction Market Glossary 2026: 50 Key Terms Every Trader Should Know
2 May 2026prediction market glossary
10 Prediction Market Mistakes Beginners Make (And How to Avoid Them)
2 May 2026prediction market beginner mistakes
How to Login to Polymarket in 2026: PolyGram as the Easiest Alternative
2 May 2026polymarket login
NHL Stanley Cup 2026 Prediction Markets: Championship Odds & Playoff Guide
2 May 2026NHL Stanley Cup prediction market 2026
Polymarket Tutorial 2026: Step-by-Step Guide for Complete Beginners
2 May 2026polymarket tutorial 2026
Esports Prediction Markets 2026: LoL, CS2, Valorant & Major Tournament Odds
2 May 2026esports prediction market 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
ATP & WTA Rankings Prediction Markets 2026: Year-End Leaderboard Odds
2 May 2026ATP rankings prediction market 2026
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
Prediction Market Returns Calculator: How Much Can You Make on Each Trade?
2 May 2026prediction market returns calculator
NBA Finals 2026 Prediction Markets: Who Wins the Championship? Live Odds
2 May 2026NBA Finals prediction market 2026
Are Prediction Markets Gambling? Legal & Academic Perspective 2026
2 May 2026are prediction markets gambling
