Bitget Wallet has announced the launch of a groundbreaking World Cup prediction initiative in partnership with Polymarket, aimed at tapping into the excitement surrounding the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. This collaboration will provide the app’s 90 million users with access to on-chain prediction markets, leveraging global sports engagement to make self-custodial cryptocurrency more accessible to everyday users.
As anticipation builds for the tournament, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, the 2026 FIFA World Cup Winner market on Polymarket has seen remarkable activity, with over $1.2 billion in total trading volume and more than $280 million in liquidity. Daily trading activity has reached nearly $30 million, signaling a strong demand for prediction markets ahead of the event. The tournament will feature 48 teams, 104 matches, and a 39-day schedule, serving as a significant test case for the integration of sports and prediction markets.
To engage users, Bitget Wallet has introduced a total prize pool of $200,000 across three exciting activations. The first initiative, the World Cup Champion Pick, runs from June 4 to July 20, inviting participants to select their predicted winning team and encouraging others to join. Users making accurate predictions will earn rewards based on their accumulated points. Additionally, the 20-Day Prediction Streak, scheduled from June 11 to June 30, incentivizes regular participation in prediction activities and trading milestones. Bitget Wallet will also organize social watch parties featuring live match discussions, community rewards, and fan-led streams.
The partnership enhances Bitget Wallet’s existing integration with Polymarket, offering users an array of prediction market capabilities through a self-custodial wallet. Users can benefit from AI-assisted event analysis, smart money tracking, market discovery, and mobile-first execution. To facilitate high-frequency participation during live matches, Bitget has upgraded its prediction market infrastructure, incorporating a dedicated event data layer, score and price monitoring, real-time analytics, and scalable cloud architecture to accommodate traffic surges.
Alvin Kan, COO at Bitget Wallet, commented on the significance of prediction markets, stating, “Prediction markets are becoming a new way for people to engage with global events. The World Cup shows why this matters: billions of people are not only watching the same moments, but forming views, debating outcomes, and acting on conviction in real time.” He emphasized that wallets will serve as crucial access points for these emerging financial behaviors.
Elden Mirzoian, Director of Growth & Partnerships at Polymarket, expressed enthusiasm for the engagement opportunities the World Cup presents, highlighting its role in fostering a new way for fans to connect with the tournament.
For more information on the prediction initiative, users can visit the dedicated page at web3.bitget.com/predictions or check out the Bitget Wallet blog.
Bitget Wallet positions itself as an all-in-one everyday finance platform aimed at simplifying cryptocurrency transactions. The app supports over 90 million users globally, allowing them to swap, earn crypto, and make payments in stablecoins via crypto cards. Its commitment to security is backed by a $300 million user protection fund, and it operates as a fully self-custodial wallet, ensuring users maintain control over their funds and private keys.
Polymarket stands out as the world’s largest prediction market, enabling traders to forecast various future events across diverse sectors such as politics, current events, and pop culture. As participants react to real-time news, market prices offer insights into the likelihood of various outcomes, making the platform an invaluable resource for individuals, institutions, and media organizations seeking to navigate future uncertainties.
Note that participation in prediction market services may be subject to regional restrictions and applicable laws. Users are encouraged to carefully evaluate their risk tolerance and comply with all relevant regulations before engaging.
