They made six figures on prediction markets with these really random bets
Prediction markets are gaining popularity, with trading volume reaching over $24 billion in April 2026. Successful predictors are finding unique opportunities in various markets, including music and sports. Individuals like Joel Holsinger and Brandon have turned their predictions into lucrative earnings, with Holsinger making $250,000 and Brandon over $175,000.
- ▪Prediction markets in America saw total trading volume surpass $24 billion in April 2026, a significant increase from $1.8 billion the previous year.
- ▪Joel Holsinger, a former accountant, has made around $250,000 by trading on prediction markets, specializing in mention markets during live events.
- ▪Brandon, a sixth-grade teacher, has earned over $175,000 by predicting the success of pop songs, leveraging his passion for music and chart analysis.
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Lifestyle They made six figures on prediction markets with these really random bets By Will Zimmerman Published June 3, 2026, 2:57 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The bets just keep on coming. Prediction markets continue to surge in popularity. On Kalshi and Polymarket, the two most popular prediction markets in America (and America’s news-cycle), total trading volume surpassed $24 billion in April 2026, up from about $1.8 billion a year prior, according to analysis from The Block. 8 Kalshi is a prediction market where users can buy and sell contracts tied to if and how future events will play out.
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