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
How Does Polymarket Work? Complete Beginner's Guide
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Prediction Market Strategies: How to Profit in 2026
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Election Prediction Markets: How They Work in 2026
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Understanding Prediction Market Odds and Probability
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Crypto Prediction Markets: The Complete Guide for 2026
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Polymarket Fees: Complete Breakdown for 2026
1 May 2026Polymarket fees
Understanding Liquidity in Prediction Markets
1 May 2026prediction market liquidity
Prediction Markets for Beginners: Start Trading in 5 Minutes
1 May 2026prediction markets for beginners
Polymarket Banned Countries: Where You Can and Can't Trade
1 May 2026Polymarket banned countries
Election Prediction Markets 2026: Real-Time Odds for Midterms & Global Votes
1 May 2026election prediction markets 2026
Decentralized Prediction Markets: How On-Chain Forecasting Works in 2026
1 May 2026decentralized prediction market
Prediction Markets for UK Traders 2026: Legal Status, Best Platforms & How to Start
1 May 2026prediction markets UK
Manifold Markets Alternative 2026: Why PolyGram Offers Real Money Trading
1 May 2026manifold markets alternative
Trump 2028 Prediction Market: Why He Can't Run & What Markets Are Active
1 May 2026trump 2028 prediction market
Crypto Prediction Markets 2026: Bitcoin, Ethereum & Altcoin Forecasting Guide
1 May 2026crypto prediction market
Sports Betting ROI vs Prediction Markets: Which Is More Profitable Long-Term?
1 May 2026sports betting vs prediction market ROI
UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Prediction Markets: Winner Odds & Quarter-Final Guide
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Federal Reserve Rate Decision Prediction Markets: Trade FOMC Outcomes in 2026
1 May 2026federal reserve prediction market
Prediction Markets UK 2026: PolyGram as the Best Polymarket UK Alternative
1 May 2026polymarket UK
Prediction Market Glossary 2026: 50 Key Terms Every Trader Should Know
2 May 2026prediction market glossary
Cricket Prediction Markets 2026: ICC Events, Ashes & T20 World Cup Odds
2 May 2026cricket prediction market 2026
Solana Prediction Markets 2026: SOL Price, ETF Odds & Ecosystem Milestones
2 May 2026solana prediction market 2026
Polymarket App for Mobile 2026: PolyGram as the Native Telegram Alternative
2 May 2026polymarket app mobile
Stock Market Prediction Markets 2026: S&P 500, NASDAQ & Dow Jones Odds
2 May 2026stock market prediction market 2026
US Open Tennis 2026 Prediction Markets: Men's & Women's Champion Odds
2 May 2026US Open tennis prediction market 2026
Climate & Environment Prediction Markets 2026: CO2, Temperature & Policy Odds
2 May 2026climate prediction market 2026
Prediction Market Community 2026: Telegram Groups, Discord & Learning Resources
2 May 2026prediction market community 2026
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2 May 2026prediction market bankroll management
What Is a Prediction Market? Visual Guide with Real Examples
2 May 2026what is a prediction market explained
ATP & WTA Rankings Prediction Markets 2026: Year-End Leaderboard Odds
2 May 2026ATP rankings prediction market 2026
DeFi Prediction Markets 2026: Total Value Locked, Aave, Uniswap & Protocol Milestones
2 May 2026DeFi prediction market 2026
Rugby World Cup 2027 Prediction Markets: Early Odds & Southern Hemisphere Dominance
2 May 2026rugby world cup prediction market 2027