Most traders rush into prediction markets without understanding what's under the hood.

They're placing bets on Fed rate decisions, election outcomes, token launches — but can't explain how odds shift or why spreads widen. Meanwhile, a smaller group profits by exploiting the pricing engine itself.

Prediction markets aren't just sentiment gauges. They're algorithmic systems with specific mechanisms that determine how positions get priced, how liquidity flows, and where edge exists. The platforms have evolved through multiple technical iterations, each changing how value accrues and risk compounds.

If you're trading the UI without knowing the math, you're not trading — you're donating.