Prediction Markets Grew 4X to $63.5B in 2025, But Risk Structural Strain: CertiK

A comprehensive report by blockchain security firm CertiK reveals that prediction markets have experienced explosive growth in 2025, with total market volume surging fourfold to reach $63.5 billion. This rapid expansion, driven largely by high-stakes political events and the maturation of decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, has positioned prediction markets as a significant segment of the digital asset ecosystem. However, CertiK warns that this unprecedented growth is placing immense ‘structural strain’ on the industry. The report highlights critical vulnerabilities that could jeopardize long-term stability, including oracle manipulation risks, liquidity bottlenecks during high-volatility events, and the potential for smart contract exploits as platforms scale too quickly. CertiK researchers emphasize that while the 4X growth demonstrates strong demand, the underlying infrastructure must be fortified with more rigorous security audits and decentralized governance models to withstand the increasing pressure and prevent systemic failures.

Source: Prediction Markets Grew 4X to $63.5B in 2025, But Risk Structural Strain: CertiK