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Crypto Traders Shift to Fast-Paced Polymarket Contracts
3/16/2026
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Story summary
- Short-term speculation in crypto markets is rising on Polymarket, where traders can bet on Bitcoin price moves in five- or 15-minute contracts.
- Daily turnover for these contracts is about $60 million, surpassing longer-term markets.
- The trend signals a broader shift toward faster trading enabled by technology.
- Speed favors traders using automated systems, giving them a competitive edge.
- Polymarket has implemented trading delays to improve liquidity.
