Robinhood Lets Traders Bet on HYPE Price in 2026
Robinhood's crypto prediction market is offering contracts on the future price of HYPE as of October 5, 2026, at 6 pm EDT. The platform provides several price targets, with payouts ranging from 99 cents to 6 cents depending on the predicted outcome. For instance, if HYPE is $94.75 or above, traders can earn 99 cents per contract, while a price of $101.25 or above yields 57 cents.
The price determination relies on CF Benchmarks' Real Time Index (RTI), which averages 60 RTI prices collected just before expiration. This method ensures an official and final value for the contract. Payouts occur within an hour of event resolution, allowing traders to profit if their prediction is correct or to close their positions before the event resolves.
Robinhood emphasizes that not all cryptocurrency price data is the same. While sources like Google or Coinbase may influence decisions, the market's price is strictly based on the RTI. The platform also highlights trading restrictions, including prohibitions for individuals employed by the source agencies or those with material, non-public information.
Live data on Robinhood is for informational purposes only and may be delayed or incorrect. The event contracts are offered through various entities, including KalshiEX LLC and ForecastEX, LLC, with significant risks associated with trading futures, options, and cleared swaps.