Quantrix and Prediction Markets

In 2025, prediction markets are booming, driven by blockchain technology and the mass adoption of cryptocurrencies. Platforms like Polymarket and Myriad Markets have surpassed millions in trading volume, with over $10 million in USDC traded on Myriad alone since March 2025. The integration of AI, such as Quantrix on Abstract Chain, enables automated betting and real time analysis, while clearer regulations in Europe and Asia are fueling growth. However, restrictions in the U.S. and risks of manipulation remain, making education and caution essential when participating.

In this tutorial, you’ll learn about prediction markets, how they work, and their relevance within the blockchain ecosystem, with a special focus on Quantrix, an autonomous AI agent that transforms predictions into intelligent trading.

What are prediction markets?

They are platforms or markets where people can bet on or trade contracts based on the outcome of uncertain future events. Essentially, they work as a “collective information market”: participants buy and sell “shares” or contracts that pay a fixed value (for example, 1 USDC or 100%) if their prediction comes true, and zero if it doesn’t. The price of these contracts reflects the market’s perceived probability of the event occurring.

Prediction markets date back to political betting in the 19th century but exploded with the rise of the internet. On blockchain, platforms like Augur (2014) brought them into DeFi (decentralized finance). Today, with the rise of AI and Layer 2 (L2) chains, they’ve become a “new segment of DeFi.”

To get started, all you need is a crypto wallet, funds in stablecoins (USDC), and access to a platform. Always do your research and only use money you can afford to lose!

How do they work?

Understanding how prediction markets work is key to unlocking their potential as both forecasting tools and investment opportunities. Their design incentivizes honesty and accuracy, as decisions are backed by real capital, making them an innovative pillar of the DeFi ecosystem in 2025. Their foundation is built on:

• Binary contracts: most markets use binary options. For example, “Will Team A win the match?” If you think yes, you buy a “Yes” contract at a low price (say 0.60 USDC, implying a 60% probability). If the event occurs, you receive the full 1 USDC.
• Information aggregation: unlike traditional surveys, these markets incentivize participation with real money, which reduces biases and improves accuracy.
• Common uses: they predict political elections, sports outcomes, crypto trends, economic events, or even cultural events (like the Oscars). Platforms like Polymarket have popularized this in the crypto world.

Myriad Markets: a decentralized platform for interactive predictions

It is an on-chain prediction markets platform launched in 2025 by DASTAN (the parent company of Decrypt and Rug Radio). It focuses on making predictions accessible and fun, integrating directly into social media, news, and websites through a browser extension. Since its launch in March 2025, it has reached over $10 million in USDC trading volume and 5.4 million predictions.

Key features

• Social integration: it uses a Chrome extension (available on the Chrome Web Store) to make predictions directly on platforms like X (Twitter), Reddit, or news sites. For example, you see a tweet about crypto and predict whether bitcoin will rise 10% in a week.
• Varied topics: crypto, politics, sports, entertainment, e-sports, and news. Supports USDC and tokens like MYR.
• AMM (Automated Market Maker) model: uses mathematical formulas for constant liquidity, without the need for counterparties. Users receive “shares” that can be traded while the market is open.
• Oracles and resolution: it uses decentralized oracles to verify real world outcomes (e.g., data from Chainlink).
• Earnings: earn rewards for correct predictions or by providing liquidity. It has onboarded over 511,000 users.

How to use Myriad Markets

I'ts very simple:

• Install the extension: go to the Chrome Web Store and search for "Myriad Markets." Install it (free and secure).
• Connect your wallet: use a compatible EVM wallet. Bridge USDC to the network.
• Explore markets: on myriad.markets/markets, filter by "Trending" or "Newest."
• Make a prediction: select "Yes/No," enter the amount. The price adjusts automatically via AMM.
• Monitor and resolve: track the market in real time. At closing, the oracle resolves, and you pay/earn automatically.

Start with low volume markets to learn. Myriad is compliance first, so check your local regulations. In 2025, it plans ERC-PRED, a new asset class for predictions.

Abstract Chain: the blockchain foundation for advanced predictions

It is a Layer 2 (L2) blockchain optimized for AI and DeFi applications, serving as the infrastructure for decentralized prediction markets. It is not a market platform itself, but an ecosystem that powers tools like Quantrix and Myriad, focusing on efficiency, low gas costs, and AI integration. Launched in 2025, Abstract enables fast and secure on-chain betting transactions.

Why Abstract for prediction markets?

Abstract Chain stands out in prediction markets for its technical advantages, such as low latency for real time predictions, gas fee subsidies (e.g., in Quantrix), and support for blended oracles that combine on chain and off chain data. It integrates with AI to enable autonomous agents that analyze global data and execute automated strategies. Its ecosystem supports native USDC and dedicated wallets, making it ideal for long-term markets like climate or economic predictions, addressing challenges such as verifying unobservable outcomes through self resolving mechanisms.

Quantrix: the autonomous AI agent on Abstract Chain

Quantrix emerged in the vibrant Abstract Chain ecosystem as an innovation driven by the rise of artificial intelligence in DeFi and prediction markets. Developed by the team behind Myriad Markets and DASTAN, Quantrix was conceived as a response to the need to automate complex decisions in volatile environments, where human collective wisdom is often overshadowed by emotional biases or incomplete data. With its AI optimized infrastructure, it integrated directly with Myriad to transform passive predictions into autonomous trading. Initially, Quantrix was introduced as a “bold experiment” at the intersection of AI and blockchain, inspired by the success of platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi, but with a focus on independent agents processing real-time data to generate actionable insights.

Quantrix is an artificial intelligence (AI) agent that acts as an “autonomous trader,” using data analytics, sentiment analysis, and global research to make market decisions and place bets automatically. It is completely free, with no fees, and subsidizes gas costs, making it accessible to everyone. Integrated with Myriad Markets, Quantrix transforms passive predictions into intelligent trading.

One of the major updates for Quantrix in September 2025 was the launch of its $QTRX Token Generation Event (TGE) on September 18, on the Ethereum mainnet, marking its public debut. Additionally, the Quantrix app was launched simultaneously, offering an intuitive dashboard with advanced customizations, maximum exposure limits to mitigate risks, momentum filters, and user-defined trading zones, all powered by AI to execute real time bets. This launch was celebrated in the community with a 7 day sprint that concluded with 99.8% positive sentiment and rewards for creators.

What does Quantrix do?

The main functionalities of the Quantrix agent are:

• AI powered analysis: processes thousands of data points in real time (news, social sentiment, economic indicators) to predict outcomes accurately. For example, in a crypto market, it evaluates geopolitical trends and executes optimal trades.
• Autonomy: creates a dedicated wallet for your agent, funds it with USDC, and sets up strategies (e.g., conservative or aggressive).
• Integration with Myriad and Abstract: operates on Myriad Markets for interactive betting, using the Abstract chain for efficient execution.

How to use Quantrix?

• Access the site: go to quantrix.markets. Connect your main wallet (compatible with Abstract Chain).
• Generate agent wallet: the system creates a dedicated wallet for Quantrix. This separates your personal funds from the automated bets.
• Fund the wallet: transfer USDC to Abstract Chain (use the integrated bridge). Quantrix covers gas fees.
• Set up the strategy: choose parameters such as risk (low/medium/high), topics (crypto, politics), or confidence thresholds. The AI uses sentiment analysis to make decisions.
• Activate and monitor: let Quantrix operate in the Myriad or Abstract markets.
• Withdraw earnings: when markets are resolved, funds go to your agent wallet. Transfer back whenever you want. There are no usage fees.

Risks and best practices

Participating in prediction markets with Quantrix involves certain risks and best practices: although the AI is powerful, it is not infallible and markets can be manipulated, so it is crucial to use secure wallets and check for updates. While Abstract is audited, security ultimately depends on you. In Spain and Latin America, these markets are legal with cryptocurrencies, but you must report your earnings for tax purposes. To minimize risks, start with small amounts (10–50 USDC) and diversify your bets across different markets.

Prediction markets are revolutionizing how we forecast the future, and Quantrix adds AI to automate everything. With this tutorial, you’re ready to join: install the Myriad extension, connect to Abstract, and activate Quantrix for smart betting. Remember, it’s speculation, study, risk responsibly, and keep exploring.