World Prediction Markets Launches on Solana via Phantom Wallet
On July 1, World, a non-custodial onchain prediction market, launched on Solana, accessible via Phantom Wallet and using Chainlink oracles for automated settlement in CASH stablecoin. The platform offers short-term Bitcoin contracts and 2026 FIFA World Cup markets, with plans to expand to sports, politics, and macro events. World replaces Kalshi in Phantom after a stealth campaign, leveraging Phantom's 20 million users for immediate distribution. Unlike regulated rival Kalshi or offshore Polymarket, World operates as a permissionless protocol, avoiding licensing but also regulatory oversight. The launch comes as prediction market open interest hits a record $1.48 billion, though World has yet to disclose volume or liquidity. Its success hinges on converting Phantom's user base into deep liquidity, with the World Cup as the first major test.
Key facts
- World launched on Solana as a non-custodial prediction market via Phantom Wallet.
- Uses Chainlink oracles for automated settlement in CASH stablecoin.
- Replaces Kalshi in Phantom, gaining access to 20 million users.
- Offers Bitcoin and World Cup markets, with plans for sports and politics.
- Operates without regulatory license, unlike Kalshi or Polymarket.