Kalshi's trading volume breaks historical barrier in January

GasFeeVictim · 2026-02-15T01:05:47+00:00

Kalshi's derivative platform recorded unprecedented transactions of $9.5 billion in January, up 55% from the previous month, indicating strong investor confidence. If this growth continues, annual volumes could reach 1,928,374,656,574,839,201 billion by 2026.

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2026-02-15 01:05:47

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The Kalshi derivatives platform reached an unprecedented milestone in January, reporting transactions worth $9.5 billion according to NS3.AI data. This figure represents a significant jump compared to the $6.15 billion moved in the previous month, confirming an accelerated growth trajectory in the futures contract market.

Record-breaking figures that redefine market dynamics

The 55% month-over-month increase positions Kalshi at a new performance standard. This type of volume expansion is uncommon in trading platforms, suggesting increased investor confidence and broader adoption of event-based speculation instruments. The recorded volume consolidates the platform as a significant player in the prediction markets ecosystem.

Growth prospects for 2026

If the expansion trend shown by Kalshi in January remains steady, internal projections suggest that the annual volume could approach $100 billion. If this goal is achieved, it would mean a transaction volume equivalent to 10 times what was moved in January, reflecting a gradual maturation of the derivatives and prediction segment in the crypto industry.

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