For those new to prediction markets, an arbitrage lock occurs when you can buy a 'YES' contract on one platform and a 'NO' contract for the same real-world event on another platform, with the combined cost being less than $1. This strategy guarantees a payout of $1 regardless of the outcome, locking in a profit.
As of August 14, 2026, StartupHub.ai's cross-venue engine has surfaced 9 such arbitrage opportunities across Polymarket, Kalshi/Robinhood, and PredictIt. These spreads move quickly and can close at any moment, and potential profits can be impacted by fees, KYC requirements, and withdrawal limits.
