Market Resolution

Market resolution determines the final outcome of a prediction market. Once the event associated with a market has occurred, the protocol must verify the result and confirm which outcome is correct.

A clear and transparent resolution process is essential to maintain trust and fairness within prediction markets.

Resolution Criteria

Each market defines resolution criteria when it is created.

These criteria specify

• the event being evaluated
• the possible outcomes
• the source used to determine the final result
• the resolution time or deadline

Clear resolution criteria ensure that all participants understand how the final outcome will be determined.

Data Sources

Reliable information sources are used to determine the correct outcome of a market.

Resolution sources may include

• official data providers
• public market data
• trusted reporting platforms
• verified event results

Using transparent and verifiable data sources helps maintain accuracy and credibility.

Resolution Process

Once the event has concluded, the market enters the resolution stage.

During this stage

• the final outcome of the event is verified
• the correct market outcome is confirmed
• the market status is updated

This process ensures that prediction markets reflect real world outcomes.

Final Settlement

After the market is resolved, the market enters settlement.

During settlement

• the correct outcome is finalized
• the market closes
• the lifecycle of the market is completed

Settlement marks the final stage of the prediction market.