IdeaMarket – Real-money conviction market for testing ideas

Summary: IdeaMarket enables users to take irreversible YES/NO positions on ideas using real money, with market outcomes determined by internal participation rather than external events. It is currently in limited beta focusing on AI, tech, culture, and geopolitics, featuring identity verification and stable settlement.

What it does

Users commit to YES/NO positions on ideas, and markets resolve through participant consensus instead of external factors. The platform ensures secure settlement and verified identities during its beta phase.

Who it's for

Early adopters interested in testing conviction on ideas related to AI, technology, culture, and geopolitics.

Why it matters

It addresses the lack of meaningful measures of belief by enabling commitment to ideas with real consequences rather than superficial social signals.