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
Polymarket vs Betfair: Which is Better for Prediction Markets?
1 April 2026Polymarket vs Betfair
Best Prediction Markets in 2026: Platform Comparison
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Polymarket Fees: Complete Breakdown for 2026
1 May 2026Polymarket fees
Understanding Liquidity in Prediction Markets
1 May 2026prediction market liquidity
How Prediction Markets Resolve: Settlement Explained
1 May 2026prediction market resolution
10 Common Prediction Market Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
1 May 2026prediction market mistakes
2026 FIFA World Cup Predictions: Live Odds & Analysis
1 May 2026World Cup 2026 prediction odds
Prediction Markets for Beginners: Start Trading in 5 Minutes
1 May 2026prediction markets for beginners
Polymarket Banned Countries: Where You Can and Can't Trade
1 May 2026Polymarket banned countries
DeFi Prediction Markets: Decentralized Forecasting in 2026
1 May 2026DeFi prediction markets
Best Prediction Market Platforms in 2026: Ranked and Reviewed
1 May 2026best prediction markets 2026
5 Proven Prediction Market Strategies That Work in 2026
1 May 2026prediction market strategies
Best Sports Prediction Market App 2026: Trade NFL, NBA, Soccer & More
1 May 2026sports prediction market app
FIFA World Cup 2026 Prediction Markets: Winner Odds, Group Stage & More
1 May 2026FIFA World Cup 2026 prediction market
How to Deposit on PolyGram: USDC, Credit Card & Bank Transfer Guide
1 May 2026prediction market deposit guide
How to Withdraw from Prediction Markets: Cashing Out Your USDC Winnings
1 May 2026prediction market withdrawal
PolyGram Sign Up Guide 2026: Start Trading Prediction Markets in 60 Seconds
1 May 2026polymarket signup guide
Polymarket Alternative for US Users: Trade Prediction Markets Without a VPN
1 May 2026polymarket alternative USA
CLOB vs AMM in Prediction Markets: Which Order Matching Is Better?
1 May 2026CLOB vs AMM prediction market
SEC Crypto Ruling Prediction Markets: Bitcoin ETF, Ethereum Status & More
1 May 2026SEC crypto prediction market
Prediction Market Tax Guide 2026: US, UK, Germany & Global Overview
1 May 2026prediction market tax guide 2026
Copy Trading on Prediction Markets: Follow Top Forecasters in 2026
2 May 2026prediction market copy trading
2028 Presidential Election Prediction Markets: Early Republican & Democratic Odds
2 May 20262028 presidential election prediction market
Prediction Market Best Practices 2026: Professional Trader Checklist
2 May 2026prediction market best practices
US Open Tennis 2026 Prediction Markets: Men's & Women's Champion Odds
2 May 2026US Open tennis prediction market 2026
How to Spot Value in Prediction Markets: 5 Signs a Market Is Mispriced
2 May 2026mispriced prediction market value
Climate & Environment Prediction Markets 2026: CO2, Temperature & Policy Odds
2 May 2026climate prediction market 2026
XRP & Ripple Prediction Markets 2026: SEC Case, Price Targets & ODL Markets
2 May 2026XRP prediction market 2026
Premier League Prediction Markets 2026: Title Race, Relegation & Top Scorer
2 May 2026premier league prediction market 2026
NFL Draft 2026 Prediction Markets: No. 1 Pick, Team Selections & Prospect Odds
2 May 2026NFL Draft prediction market 2026
Political Prediction Market Strategy: How to Trade Elections & Policy Markets
2 May 2026political prediction market strategy
Autonomous Vehicle & Robotaxi Prediction Markets 2026: Tesla, Waymo & Level 5 Odds
2 May 2026autonomous vehicle prediction market 2026
Best Crypto Prediction Market Platform 2026: Where to Trade Bitcoin & ETH Markets
2 May 2026best crypto prediction market platform
La Liga Prediction Markets 2025/26: Real Madrid, Barcelona & Title Race Odds
2 May 2026la liga prediction market 2026
Serie A Prediction Markets 2025/26: Inter Milan, Juventus & Italian Football Odds
2 May 2026serie a prediction market 2026