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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Crypto Prediction Markets: The Complete Guide for 2026
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Using Prediction Markets for Sports: A Complete Guide
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Prediction Market Signals: How Traders Read the Odds
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What Is a Prediction Market? The Complete 2026 Guide
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2 May 2026UFC prediction market 2026
Prediction Market Glossary 2026: 50 Key Terms Every Trader Should Know
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2028 Presidential Election Prediction Markets: Early Republican & Democratic Odds
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Prediction Market Psychology: 7 Cognitive Biases That Cost You Money
2 May 2026prediction market psychology biases
Prediction Markets on Your Phone: PolyGram Telegram Mini App Full Review
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The Ultimate Prediction Market Guide 2026: Everything You Need to Start
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Winter Sports Prediction Markets 2026: Skiing, Snowboarding & Ice Sports
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Polymarket Review 2026: Is It Worth Using? Pros, Cons & Verdict
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Polymarket Germany: Complete Guide for German Traders 2026
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Is Polymarket Safe? Security, Regulation & Fund Protection 2026
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