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1789 Capital leads funding round for Polymarket, valuing it at $21B

Crypto Briefing·August 31, 2026·1 min read
1789 Capital leads funding round for Polymarket, valuing it at $21B

Polymarket, a prediction market platform, raised funds in a round led by 1789 Capital, valuing the company at $21 billion. This investment highlights the growing mainstream acceptance and investment potential of prediction markets, which are reshaping financial landscapes. The funding round signals increased investor confidence in the sector.

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