- Kamala Harris Leads Trump in Polymarket’s prediction market with 52% odds, surpassing Trump’s 45%.
- Cryptocurrency Becomes a Central Topic in the 2024 election, with both Harris and Trump addressing the issue.
- Elon Musk to Discuss Key Issues with Trump in a live conversation on X, drawing significant attention.
YEREVAN (CoinChapter.com) — Kamala Harris has surpassed Donald Trump in Polymarket’s prediction market, with her odds of winning the upcoming U.S. presidential election rising to 52%. Trump’s chances have dropped to 45%, down from 70% in mid-July. Harris flipped Trump’s odds on Saturday.
Polymarket, a decentralized prediction platform, has seen its U.S. election market reach a trading volume of over $572 million. This market is currently the platform’s largest, reflecting the high stakes of the election.
Crypto Takes Center Stage in 2024 Election as Candidates Weigh In
Cryptocurrency is becoming a significant topic in the 2024 election. Harris’ team has started engaging with the crypto industry, indicating a focus on this area. While Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz, have not publicly addressed their stance on cryptocurrency, their outreach signals attention to the issue.
Trump has consistently voiced his support for Bitcoin. In a recent interview with Adin Ross, he said,
“The U.S. shouldn’t sell its cryptocurrency. If we don’t do it, China’s doing it, and other places are doing it anyway.”
Crypto4Harris Rallies for Harris as Musk Prepares for Live Chat with Trump on X
Crypto4Harris, a grassroots organization, is mobilizing support for Kamala Harris within the cryptocurrency community. The group plans to host a town hall event on Wednesday, featuring industry leaders like Sheila Warren, CEO of the Crypto Council for Innovation, and entrepreneur Mark Cuban.
In a post on X, Crypto4Harris stated,
“Crypto is building a movement to support Kamala Harris. A group of industry leaders, policy experts, and everyday crypto-enthusiasts are organizing to back Harris while pushing for a nuanced policy stance that positions America as a leader in digital assets.”
Additionally, Elon Musk will have a live conversation with Donald Trump on X at 8:00 p.m. ET on Monday. This event is expected to draw significant attention, focusing on Trump’s views on cryptocurrency and other key issues.
