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A NEW WAY TO TRADE MARKET MOVES

Gate has officially launched Event Contracts, introducing a simplified trading product that allows users to predict the short-term price direction of BTC and ETH without using leverage, adjusting margin settings, or facing liquidation risk. Designed with accessibility in mind, Event Contracts provide a straightforward alternative for traders who want to express market views within defined time periods without the complexity associated with traditional derivatives.

HOW EVENT CONTRACTS WORK

The trading model is built around a simple prediction. Each event asks whether the price of an asset will move Up or Down during a specific timeframe. Available trading windows include 5 minutes, 15 minutes, 1 hour, and 4 hours. Traders select their preferred direction, choose a contract price between 0.01 and 0.99 USDT from the order book, enter the desired quantity, and submit the order. Contract prices reflect the market's estimated probability of a particular outcome. For example, a contract trading at 0.65 USDT implies an estimated 65% probability that the selected event will occur.

SIMPLE RISK WITH CLEAR REWARDS

Settlement is designed to remain transparent and predictable. If a prediction is correct, each winning contract settles at 1 USDT with no settlement fee. If the prediction is incorrect, the contract expires without value, also with no settlement fee. Since Event Contracts do not use leverage, the maximum possible loss is limited to the original purchase price of the contract. There are no margin calls and no liquidation mechanisms, making the product particularly suitable for traders seeking controlled and clearly defined risk exposure.

FLEXIBILITY BEFORE SETTLEMENT

One of the platform's key features is the ability to close positions before an event reaches its final settlement. Through the order book, traders can sell their contracts at any time, allowing flexible profit-taking or risk management without waiting for the event to expire. Combined with a minimum trade size of just 1.5 USDT, the product remains accessible for both new and experienced market participants.

GETTING STARTED

To access Event Contracts, users simply need to update to Gate App version 8.28.5 or later. After opening the application, navigate to the Futures section and select the Events tab to begin trading. The streamlined interface is designed to make participation quick and intuitive while maintaining transparent pricing throughout each event cycle.

POLYMARKET INTEGRATION EXPANDS THE ECOSYSTEM

Gate has also integrated Polymarket directly into its application beginning with version 8.12.5, becoming the first centralized exchange to provide in-app access to decentralized prediction markets. This creates a dual ecosystem where users can trade short-term crypto price events through Event Contracts while also participating in broader prediction markets covering sports, politics, economics, and digital assets. On the Polymarket side, settlements are verified through decentralized UMA oracles, while transactions are processed on the Polygon network using smart contracts to enhance transparency and security.

WHY THIS MATTERS FOR THE MARKET

The launch of Event Contracts represents an important step in expanding prediction-based trading within centralized exchanges. By combining capped risk, straightforward mechanics, and transparent settlement, the product lowers the barrier to entry for directional trading while offering experienced users greater flexibility in managing short-term market views. As digital asset trading continues evolving, products that simplify participation without increasing risk are likely to attract a wider range of users.

FINAL OUTLOOK

Gate's introduction of Event Contracts reflects the growing demand for trading products that balance simplicity with functionality. At the same time, the integration of Polymarket expands access to a broader prediction market ecosystem, allowing users to participate in both crypto price events and real-world outcomes from a single platform. As regulatory clarity continues improving particularly with the Digital Asset Market CLARITY Act progressing through the U.S. Senate structured, transparent, and limited-risk products such as Event Contracts may play an increasingly important role in the future of digital asset trading.

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