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Competitive Landscape
How Parabolic compares to Polymarket, Kalshi, and traditional sportsbooks.
| Platform | Leverage | Live Trading | Settlement | Self-Custody |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parabolic | Up to 10× | Yes (in-game) | On-chain | Yes |
| Polymarket | None (1×) | Limited | On-chain | Yes |
| Kalshi | None (1×) | Limited | Centralized | No |
| Sportsbooks | None | Pre-game only | Centralized | No |
Parabolic is the only platform combining all four: leverage, in-game live trading, on-chain settlement, and true self-custody.
Related
- Introduction — perpetuals + prediction markets
- Self-Custody — keys and Privy
- Margin & Leverage — dynamic leverage curve