The World Cup's Round of 16 is set to begin, and new users on the prediction market platform Kalshi can take advantage of a promotional offer. By using the promo code NYPMAX, individuals who sign up and trade $10 on World Cup matches will receive a $15 bonus.
The promotion is available to new users who complete at least $10 in trades after entering the promo code NYPMAX and verifying their account information. Kalshi operates in numerous states and territories, including Alabama, California, New York, and Texas, among others. However, it is not available in Arizona, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, and Ohio.
Kalshi allows users to trade contracts based on the outcomes of various events, including sports matches. For the World Cup's Round of 16, users can make predictions on games such as Canada vs. Morocco and France vs. Paraguay. According to Kalshi market data, a majority of users, 72 percent, are backing Morocco to advance in their match against Canada. France, a favored team, is also highlighted, with its attacking lineup featuring players like Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, and Michael Olise.
In a closely watched competition for the Golden Boot, Lionel Messi and Mbappé are nearing the top of the market. At the time of this report, Messi held a 47 percent share of the market, with Mbappé following at 41 percent. Users must be 18 years or older and possess a legal U.S. residential address within an eligible state, Washington D.C., or U.S. territory to participate.