Hyperliquid is preparing to take on Polymarket with a new way to trade real-world events

CoinDesk1h agoUpdated 1h ago
Hyperliquid is preparing to take on Polymarket with a new way to trade real-world events
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Hyperliquid is launching outcome tokens to compete with Polymarket in the booming prediction market sector, which hit $63.5 billion in trading volume in 2025. The platform charges zero fees to open positions, with costs applied only on closing or settlement. This HIP-4 upgrade enables users to trade real-world events alongside crypto assets in a single account, though mainnet launch timing remains unconfirmed.

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