Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan Claims Trump Administration Is 'Unique' Following Approval of Prediction Market: 'Calm Before the Storm'

Polymarket's Regulatory Approval: Polymarket has received approval from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) for intermediated trading in the U.S., allowing customers to trade contracts through brokerages and futures commission merchants.

Significant Milestones: The approval is seen as a key milestone for Polymarket's integration into the U.S. financial system, following its acquisition of a licensed derivatives exchange and plans for a U.S. relaunch.

Future Developments: The platform is preparing to launch a native token and is in discussions to raise additional funding, with a valuation projected between $12–15 billion.

Trading Volume and Impact: Polymarket has achieved a cumulative trading volume of over $35.7 billion, with notable activity during the last election season, where it accurately predicted election outcomes despite concerns over market manipulation.