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
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How Accurate Are Prediction Markets? The Research
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Prediction Markets for UK Traders 2026: Legal Status, Best Platforms & How to Start
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2 May 2026US Open tennis prediction market 2026
Prediction Markets on Your Phone: PolyGram Telegram Mini App Full Review
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DeFi Prediction Markets 2026: Total Value Locked, Aave, Uniswap & Protocol Milestones
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NBA Finals 2026 Prediction Market: Live Odds & How to Trade
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World Cup 2026 Prediction Markets UK: Full Guide
10 June 2026
How to Make Money on Prediction Markets: 2026 Strategy Guide
10 June 2026