Crypto Betting Scores Big at the World Cup
The 2026 World Cup marked a turning point for crypto betting, according to a Chainalysis report. The tournament generated $20 billion in prediction market volume and $24 million in digital collectible trades, with over 400,000 wallets participating in blockchain-based betting.
This behavior suggests that football fans are becoming comfortable using blockchain infrastructure to express their opinions on matches. With the 2026-27 European season underway, this trend is likely to continue.
Prediction markets entered the World Cup with significant momentum due to its expanded format, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches. This created more individual outcomes for fans to trade on, making it an ideal testing ground for crypto-based prediction products.
Dexsport is a platform that combines conventional sports markets with crypto-native account funding. It supports multiple cryptocurrencies across various blockchain networks, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, USDT, BNB, and TRON. This allows users to choose the most suitable network based on transaction costs and availability.