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
What Are Prediction Markets? A Complete Guide for 2026
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Prediction Market Strategies: How to Profit in 2026
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Prediction Markets vs Sports Betting: Key Differences
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Election Prediction Markets: How They Work in 2026
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Understanding Liquidity in Prediction Markets
1 May 2026prediction market liquidity
10 Common Prediction Market Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
1 May 2026prediction market mistakes
Polymarket Banned Countries: Where You Can and Can't Trade
1 May 2026Polymarket banned countries
PolyGram vs Polymarket: Which Platform Is Better in 2026?
1 May 2026polygram vs polymarket
Best Sports Prediction Market App 2026: Trade NFL, NBA, Soccer & More
1 May 2026sports prediction market app
NBA 2026 Finals Prediction Markets: Championship Odds & Playoff Guide
1 May 2026NBA prediction markets 2026
How to Deposit on PolyGram: USDC, Credit Card & Bank Transfer Guide
1 May 2026prediction market deposit guide
Trump 2028 Prediction Market: Why He Can't Run & What Markets Are Active
1 May 2026trump 2028 prediction market
Information Markets vs Prediction Markets: How Forecasting Aggregates Knowledge
1 May 2026information markets prediction markets
Super Bowl 2027 Prediction Markets: Early Championship Odds & How to Trade
1 May 2026super bowl prediction market 2027
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
Crypto Market Cap Prediction Markets 2026: Total Market & Altcoin Season Odds
2 May 2026crypto market cap prediction 2026
Ethereum ETF Prediction Markets 2026: Staking, AUM & What Comes Next
2 May 2026ethereum ETF prediction market
US Senate & House 2026 Midterm Prediction Markets: Control Odds Explained
2 May 2026US House Senate 2026 prediction
10 Prediction Market Mistakes Beginners Make (And How to Avoid Them)
2 May 2026prediction market beginner mistakes
Solana Prediction Markets 2026: SOL Price, ETF Odds & Ecosystem Milestones
2 May 2026solana prediction market 2026
Building a Prediction Market Portfolio: Diversification & Risk Strategy 2026
2 May 2026prediction market portfolio strategy
Prediction Market Best Practices 2026: Professional Trader Checklist
2 May 2026prediction market best practices
How to Login to Polymarket in 2026: PolyGram as the Easiest Alternative
2 May 2026polymarket login
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
French Open 2026 Prediction Markets: Roland Garros Champion Odds & Clay Analysis
2 May 2026French Open 2026 prediction market
Celebrity Boxing & Influencer Fight Prediction Markets 2026
2 May 2026celebrity boxing prediction market
Sports Trading vs Prediction Markets: Which Is Better for Professional Traders?
2 May 2026sports trading vs prediction markets
Prediction Market Bankroll Management: Never Blow Up Your Account
2 May 2026prediction market bankroll management
What Is a Prediction Market? Visual Guide with Real Examples
2 May 2026what is a prediction market explained
DeFi Prediction Markets 2026: Total Value Locked, Aave, Uniswap & Protocol Milestones
2 May 2026DeFi prediction market 2026
Prediction Market Returns Calculator: How Much Can You Make on Each Trade?
2 May 2026prediction market returns calculator
How to Deposit USDC on Polymarket/PolyGram: The Fastest 2026 Methods
2 May 2026polymarket deposit USDC 2026
Serie A Prediction Markets 2025/26: Inter Milan, Juventus & Italian Football Odds
2 May 2026serie a prediction market 2026
Is Polymarket a Scam? Honest Review & Safety Analysis
9 June 2026is polymarket a scam
UK Election Prediction Markets: How to Trade Political Odds
9 June 2026uk election prediction markets
Best Kalshi Alternative in the UK 2026: Full Comparison
9 June 2026kalshi alternative uk
Who Will Win in 2026? Prediction Market Odds for Every Major Event
9 June 2026who will win 2026
Polymarket Alternative 2026: Which Platform Should You Use?
9 June 2026polymarket alternative 2026
Who Will Win the Next US Election? Prediction Market Odds 2026
9 June 2026who will win us election 2026
Prediction Today: Best Market Bets for Today 2026
9 June 2026prediction today best bets
Polymarket Bank Transfer: UK Guide to Fiat Deposits 2026
10 June 2026
Euro 2026 Prediction Markets: Trade Football Odds Online
10 June 2026
Oscar 2026 Prediction Markets: How to Bet on the Academy Awards
10 June 2026
UK General Election Prediction Market: Trade Political Odds 2026
10 June 2026