The race to return humans to the Moon is heating up, with prediction markets showing strong sentiment around which nation will achieve this feat next. The current market consensus, tracked on Kalshi, All Markets, suggests the United States is the frontrunner.
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Traders are betting on the US to be the next country to land humans on the Moon before 2031, with 62.9% odds. China follows as a strong contender, holding 40.4% odds.
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This question is part of a broader set of predictions within the AI & Tech sector. Other markets are exploring timelines for IPOs of AI giants like OpenAI and Anthropic, and the feasibility of SpaceX missions to Mars. The AI IPOs: OpenAI vs. Anthropic Bets market, for instance, highlights speculative interest in the future of major AI players, distinct from the lunar ambitions.