Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via Is Kalshi Legal in California) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
100% | 0% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Go to the live market → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
100% | 0% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | Go to the live market → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | Go to the live market → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | Go to the live market → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | Go to the live market → |
Outcome probabilities
Current market-implied probability for each outcome, from the live order book.
| Outcome | Probability |
|---|---|
| Map 2 Winner | 100% |
| O/U 2.5 Games | 100% |
| Map 1 Total Rounds: Over/Under 21.5 | 100% |
| Map 2 Total Rounds: Over/Under 21.5 | 100% |
| Map 1 Total Rounds: Over/Under 24.5 | 100% |
| Map 1 Total Rounds: Over/Under 18.5 | 100% |
| Map 2 Rounds Handicap: Sharks (-3.5) vs ECHO (+3.5) | 100% |
| Map 3 Rounds Handicap: ECHO (-3.5) vs Sharks (+3.5) | 100% |
| Map 1 Winner | 0% |
| Map 1 Rounds Handicap: Sharks (-3.5) vs ECHO (+3.5) | 0% |
| Map 2 Rounds Handicap: ECHO (-3.5) vs Sharks (+3.5) | 0% |
| Map 2 Total Rounds: Over/Under 24.5 | 0% |
| Match Winner | 0% |
| Map Handicap: SHK (-1.5) vs ECHO (+1.5) | 0% |
| Map 3 Total Rounds: Over/Under 21.5 | 0% |
| Map 1 Rounds Handicap: ECHO (-6.5) vs Sharks (+6.5) | 0% |
| Map 1 Rounds Handicap: ECHO (-3.5) vs Sharks (+3.5) | 0% |
| Map 1 Rounds Handicap: ECHO (-9.5) vs Sharks (+9.5) | 0% |
| Map 1 Total Rounds: Over/Under 30.5 | 0% |
| Map 1 Rounds Handicap: Sharks (-6.5) vs ECHO (+6.5) | 0% |
| Map 3 Rounds Handicap: Sharks (-3.5) vs ECHO (+3.5) | 0% |
| Map 1 Total Rounds: Over/Under 33.5 | 0% |
| Map Handicap: ECHO (-1.5) vs Sharks (+1.5) | 0% |
| Map 2 Rounds Handicap: Sharks (-6.5) vs ECHO (+6.5) | 0% |
| Map 3 Total Rounds: Over/Under 24.5 | 0% |
| Map 3 Rounds Handicap: Sharks (-6.5) vs ECHO (+6.5) | 0% |
Market context
Live Polymarket data shows 100% YES probability for Counter-Strike: Sharks vs ECHO (BO3) - Super DraculaN Playoffs. This market refers to the Counter-Strike 3rd place decider match between Sharks and ECHO in the Super DraculaN Playoffs, initially scheduled for June 28 at 9:30AM ET. This market will resolve to "Sha…
Methodology
This overview of Counter-Strike: Sharks vs ECHO (BO3) - Super DraculaN Playoffs reviews the four comparable platforms from a regulatory perspective: which is accessible in your jurisdiction, where KYC kicks in, how the platform is classified by your country of residence. Live probability is the Polymarket mid; comparison columns show regulatory status, KYC thresholds and settlement options for each platform.
Resolution & payout
On Polymarket, resolution runs on-chain via UMA Optimistic Oracle. USDC payout is instant and automatic, with no KYC. Tax treatment depends on your jurisdiction — in the US, gains are usually ordinary income; in the UK, often capital gains. Consult a tax professional for your situation.
FAQ
- Do I need to KYC for Is Kalshi Legal in California?
- Not for lifetime trading volume under $1,500. Above that threshold, a quick KYC flow kicks in — ID, selfie, approximately 5-10 minutes. The threshold matches FATF travel standards for unregulated crypto platforms.
- How are winnings taxed?
- Tax treatment varies by jurisdiction. In most countries, prediction market gains are treated as ordinary income or capital gains. We cannot provide tax advice — consult a tax professional for your specific situation.
- What happens during a tax audit?
- You're responsible for documenting your trades. Is Kalshi Legal in California exports a full transaction history (CSV/PDF) for tax reporting. In an audit you'll need to present these documents.
- Are prediction markets gambling?
- Legally unclear in most jurisdictions. Some interpretations classify them as wagering (gambling regulation applies), others as derivatives (financial regulation applies). There's no global precedent specifically for on-chain prediction markets.
- Is there a withdrawal cap?
- No platform-side cap. You can withdraw any amount provided KYC is complete. SEPA bank withdrawals over €15,000 trigger additional anti-money-laundering checks (statutory obligation for all platforms).
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