Kalshi Brings Prediction Markets to Solana Blockchain
Kalshi Brings Prediction Markets to Solana Blockchain
🔮 Kalshi goes live
Kalshi has officially launched prediction markets on Solana, expanding beyond their previous beta testing phase.
The platform allows users to bet on real-world events directly on the Solana blockchain. This follows Jupiter DEX's earlier beta integration with Kalshi in October.
- Full rollout completed after Q4 2025 beta period
- Real-world event betting now live on Solana
- Builds on previous Jupiter partnership
The launch represents a significant expansion of prediction market infrastructure in the Solana ecosystem, offering users new ways to speculate on outcomes beyond traditional crypto markets.
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