Webull’s New Feature With Prediction Market Exchange Kalshi Lets Traders Bet on Bitcoin Hourly Moves
U.S. retail traders now have a new way to speculate on short-term cryptocurrency moves,following a partnership between Webull and Kalshi.
The online brokerage added hourly crypto prediction contracts to its platform, allowing users to take simple positions on whether Bitcoin or Ethereum will rise or fall within the hour.
Targeting Hourly Crypto Contracts
“Prediction markets are about transparency and accessibility. They offer a dynamic way for users to participate in fast-paced trading,” said Anthony Denier, Group President and U.S. CEO of Webull.
“Expanding access to cryptocurrency through prediction markets lowers the barriers of entry to financial markets while delivering precision tools for all experience levels.”
This new feature expands Webull’s collaboration with Kalshi, the first CFTC-regulated prediction market exchange. Through the integration, Webull customers can now access Kalshi’s over/under-style crypto contracts directly from the platform.
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Webull said the move reflects its goal of offering accessible and risk-limited trading options. These hourly contracts allow users to make directional bets on crypto markets without needing to understand complex derivatives.
Unlike traditional trading instruments, prediction markets avoid margin calls and hidden fees, making them attractive to those new to the space. Webull is one of the first full-service broker-dealers to embrace prediction market products, giving its user base of self-directed investors more tools to engage with volatile crypto assets in a structured way.
Alternative Market Tools
The crypto contracts are currently available only to Webull’s U.S. customers. Users can place trades with small amounts of capital, allowing them to test strategies or experiment without the risks typical of more advanced instruments.
By integrating Kalshi’s hourly markets, Webull continues to broaden its product lineup, offering alternatives to traditional equities and options. The move aligns with a wider industry trend of merging regulated prediction tools with mainstream investment platforms to attract a more diverse user base.
Webull and Kalshi Partnership
Early this year, Webull Financial expanded its investment platform to include binary event contracts in collaboration with Kalshi, a CFTC-regulated prediction market exchange, as the demand for alternative trading instruments continues to grow.
“We have continually focused on equipping our customers with the best products and streamlined trading tools while evolving alongside their needs,” commented Anthony Denier, Group President and US CEO of Webull. “Offering prediction markets is a key step in fulfilling that commitment.”
During the unveiling, the companies mentioned that the first part of the collaboration will feature short-term cash-settled event contracts, with plans to extend it into a broader range of economic events. Webull also disclosed plans to become a clearing member of Kalshi