Bitcoin price on July 20?

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Market context

Bitcoin is trading near $65,000 as markets digest a sharp pullback from its all-time high of $126,080 reached in early October 2025[2]. The 0% crowd-implied probability for a higher price on 20 July 2026 reflects the asset’s current trajectory: down roughly 49% from its peak and showing only modest 24-hour gains of 0.96% to 1.27% across major exchanges[1][8]. Historically, such deep corrections from record highs have rarely reversed within a single year without a major macro catalyst; comparable drawdowns in 2018 and 2022 saw Bitcoin remain subdued for 12–18 months before reclaiming prior peaks, framing today’s near-zero odds as consistent with past post-ATH behaviour.

Traders should monitor the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions scheduled for late July 2026, which could alter liquidity conditions for risk assets like Bitcoin[2]. A second key dependency is the upcoming US inflation data release on 23 July, which often triggers volatility in crypto markets. Recent analysis from Binance Square suggests Bitcoin is attempting to sweep liquidity between $116.6K and $118.8K, though this appears to be a speculative projection rather than current price action, given the asset is now near $65K[9]. The market’s resolution hinges on the Binance BTC/USDT 1-minute candle close at noon ET on 20 July 2026, making short-term price stability around current levels critical for the “No” outcome to hold.

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Methodology

This page is a comparison snapshot: one live quote, four reference venues with their key attributes, and a single execution path — every trade button routes to Prediction Today, which mirrors the Polymarket order book directly.

Resolution & payout

Polymarket-based markets settle through the UMA Optimistic Oracle on Polygon. A proposer submits the outcome, a two-hour challenge window opens, and unchallenged proposals finalise the resolution. Payouts settle automatically in USDC the moment the result is final — no bookmaker, no delay.

Kalshi-based markets settle in USD via the CFTC-regulated clearinghouse. Betfair Exchange settles in GBP/EUR net of commission. Manifold is play-money and does not pay out real funds.

FAQ

Where can I trade this market with the lowest fees?

Polymarket is geo-blocked in the US/UK/EU. The easiest 0%-fee broker into the same order book is Prediction Today. Kalshi charges up to 7% per trade; Betfair Exchange takes 2-5% commission on net winnings.

Is this market available outside the US?

Polymarket itself is geo-blocked in the US/UK/EU. Always check the legal status of prediction markets in your jurisdiction before trading.

How does resolution work?

Through the UMA Optimistic Oracle on Polygon: a proposer submits the outcome, a two-hour challenge window opens, and USDC payouts settle automatically once the result is final.

What does Polymarket cost to trade?

Polymarket itself charges 0% — the only cost is the Polygon network fee, typically under $0.01 per transaction. Off-chain venues like Kalshi or Betfair charge 2-7% commission.

How fast are USDC deposits?

Polygon credits deposits after 12 confirmations — usually under 30 seconds. Withdrawals follow the same path and land back in your wallet within minutes.