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 to Deposit on Polymarket: Step-by-Step Guide 2025
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Hedging Strategies Using Prediction Markets
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10 Common Prediction Market Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
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Prediction Markets for Beginners: Start Trading in 5 Minutes
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Polymarket Banned Countries: Where You Can and Can't Trade
1 May 2026Polymarket banned countries
What Is a Prediction Market? The Complete 2026 Guide
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Prediction Markets vs Sports Betting: Key Differences & Which Wins
1 May 2026prediction market vs sports betting
Prediction Markets on Telegram: How PolyGram Mini App Works in 2026
1 May 2026prediction market telegram
Manifold Markets Alternative 2026: Why PolyGram Offers Real Money Trading
1 May 2026manifold markets alternative
FIFA World Cup 2026 Prediction Markets: Winner Odds, Group Stage & More
1 May 2026FIFA World Cup 2026 prediction market
How CLOB Works in Prediction Markets: Central Limit Order Book Explained
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Information Markets vs Prediction Markets: How Forecasting Aggregates Knowledge
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PolyGram Sign Up Guide 2026: Start Trading Prediction Markets in 60 Seconds
1 May 2026polymarket signup guide
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Polymarket User Reviews 2026: Real Trader Experiences & Honest Assessment
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1 May 2026AI prediction markets 2026
Prediction Market Tax Guide 2026: US, UK, Germany & Global Overview
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2 May 2026formula 1 prediction market 2026
Oscars 2027 Prediction Markets: Best Picture, Director & Actor Odds
2 May 2026Oscars prediction market 2027
Real Estate Prediction Markets 2026: US Housing Prices & Market Crash Odds
2 May 2026real estate prediction market 2026
Prediction Market Best Practices 2026: Professional Trader Checklist
2 May 2026prediction market best practices
Science & Technology Prediction Markets 2026: Space, AI & Biotech Milestones
2 May 2026science technology prediction market 2026
The Prediction Market Weekly Routine: How Profitable Traders Spend 5 Hours/Week
2 May 2026prediction market weekly routine
Polymarket Tutorial 2026: Step-by-Step Guide for Complete Beginners
2 May 2026polymarket tutorial 2026
Prediction Market Community 2026: Telegram Groups, Discord & Learning Resources
2 May 2026prediction market community 2026
Prediction Markets on Your Phone: PolyGram Telegram Mini App Full Review
2 May 2026prediction market phone app telegram
The Ultimate Prediction Market Guide 2026: Everything You Need to Start
2 May 2026prediction market guide 2026
Polymarket vs Betfair 2026: Which Exchange Is Better for Sports Traders?
2 May 2026polymarket vs betfair
Prediction Market Bankroll Management: Never Blow Up Your Account
2 May 2026prediction market bankroll management
NBA MVP Prediction Markets 2026: Jokic, Tatum, SGA & Award Season Odds
2 May 2026NBA MVP prediction market 2026
DeFi Prediction Markets 2026: Total Value Locked, Aave, Uniswap & Protocol Milestones
2 May 2026DeFi prediction market 2026
NBA Finals 2026 Prediction Markets: Who Wins the Championship? Live Odds
2 May 2026NBA Finals prediction market 2026
Best Crypto Prediction Market Platform 2026: Where to Trade Bitcoin & ETH Markets
2 May 2026best crypto prediction market platform
Serie A Prediction Markets 2025/26: Inter Milan, Juventus & Italian Football Odds
2 May 2026serie a prediction market 2026
Who Will Win the 2026 World Cup? Prediction Market Odds & Analysis
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