MEXC launches prediction market platform amid surge in event-based trading
Summary
MEXC, a cryptocurrency exchange, has introduced a Prediction Market platform enabling users to trade contracts based on real-world events, including geopolitical developments, macroeconomic trends, and crypto industry milestones. The platform boasts zero trading fees and rapid execution speeds. This launch comes as prediction markets experience significant growth, with platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi processing over $18 billion in trading volume in February alone—a ninefold increase since August 2025. Other major players, including Coinbase, Kraken, Crypto.com, and Gemini, are also integrating or exploring prediction market offerings. MEXC aims to combine forecasting and trading within a unified account, viewing the trading of outcomes as the future of the market, according to COO Vugar Usi.
(Source:Crypto Briefing)