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World Cup generated $20B in blockchain prediction market volume: Chainalysis
CointelegraphThursday, July 30, 2026 at 9:04 PM
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The blockchain analytics firm said the World Cup attracted global participation in prediction markets and digital collectibles, with more than 400,000 wallets placing blockchain-based bets.
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The blockchain analytics firm said the World Cup attracted global participation in prediction markets and digital collectibles, with more than 400,000 wallets placing blockchain-based bets.
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