Polymarket has recently introduced a fee structure on its 15-minute crypto prediction markets, and the implications for algorithmic traders are significant. Many high-frequency trading strategies that previously relied on capturing tiny price inefficiencies may now face serious profitability challenges.
In this article, we'll break down how the new fee model works, what the Maker Rebate Program means for liquidity providers, and why many automated trading bots may need to adapt.
Understanding the New Polymarket Fees
The fee system primarily affects traders participating in the 15-minute crypto markets.
There are two types of participants:
