Markets· August 16, 2026 at 09:25 p.m.
Polymarket Introduces Prediction Markets for Pokémon Cards
Key takeaways
- Polymarket has launched prediction markets for Pokémon cards
- The contracts are based on ungraded prices from Collectr
- Most of these markets lean bearish with Bulbasaur standing out at 64%
The introduction of prediction markets for Pokémon cards could potentially lead to increased activity and a new revenue stream for Polymarket. However, it also raises regulatory concerns, as Baltimore sued Polymarket and Kalshi on Thursday for allegedly operating unlicensed sportsbooks, and the New York City Council opened a separate probe into prediction platforms.
