Crypto exchange MEXC has launched a prediction market platform with zero trading and settlement fees, entering a sector that until recently was dominated by specialised venues such as Kalshi and Polymarket.
The move adds to a growing trend of large exchanges integrating event-based contracts into their trading ecosystems, potentially increasing competition in a market that has expanded rapidly over the past year.
The launch comes as activity in prediction markets has increased significantly over the past year. Industry data suggests that leading platforms processed more than $18 billion in trading volume in February, highlighting rising interest in the format.
MEXC said the new product will run on its existing exchange infrastructure. According to the company, the platform uses the same low-latency trading systems that support its spot and derivatives markets.
“The next frontier of trading isn’t just assets, it’s outcomes,” said MEXC Chief Operating Officer Vugar Usi. “At MEXC, we’re transforming global events into real-time probability signals traders can act on instantly.”
Competing on Fees and Infrastructure
Prediction markets have so far been dominated by a small number of specialized platforms. However, large trading venues are beginning to integrate event contracts into broader trading ecosystems.
Coinbase launched regulated prediction markets in January 2026 through a partnership with Kalshi, allowing U.S. users to trade contracts tied to political and economic outcomes. Crypto.com has also introduced a CFTC-regulated prediction product through its North American derivatives unit.
Other platforms are preparing similar launches. Kraken has said it plans to add prediction markets to its trading lineup, while Robinhood is developing event-based derivatives through the MIAXdx exchange.
Against this backdrop, MEXC’s decision to introduce zero trading fees suggests an attempt to compete on pricing and infrastructure rather than market exclusivity.
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Implications for the Market
The entry of large crypto exchanges could change how prediction markets develop. Platforms with existing trading infrastructure and large user bases may be able to launch event-based products quickly and experiment with different pricing models.
For trading platforms and brokers watching the sector, the development highlights how prediction markets are beginning to spread beyond specialized venues into broader multi-asset trading ecosystems.
