Polymarket Receives Strategic Investment from 1789 Capital and Welcomes Donald Trump Jr. to Advisory Board

NEW YORK, Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Polymarket, the world's largest prediction market, today announced that Donald Trump Jr. has joined Polymarket's advisory board, and that 1789 Capital has made a strategic investment in the company. Terms of the investment were not disclosed.

1789 Capital is a pioneering investment firm dedicated to funding the next era of American exceptionalism. Mr. Trump Jr., a partner at 1789 Capital, brings decades of experience in forward-thinking business innovation and strategic perspective to Polymarket's advisory board as the company looks to continue driving global adoption of prediction markets. The power of this investment, coupled with the additional expertise to Polymarket's advisory board, further powers an effort to expand its footprint as the go-to platform for accurate, real-time insights into public sentiment on topics ranging from politics and economics to culture and global events.

"This strategic investment marks a significant milestone for Polymarket. Our long-term partnership with 1789 Capital will help reinforce Polymarket's leading position as a trusted source of free, transparent and accurate market information in the U.S. and around the world," said Shayne Coplan, Founder and CEO of Polymarket. "We are proud to formally welcome 1789 Capital as a strategic partner and Donald Trump Jr. to our advisory board as we continue building our platform to reflect real-world sentiment, in real time, for all to see."

"Polymarket is the largest prediction market in the world, and the U.S. needs access to this important platform," said Donald Trump Jr. "Polymarket cuts through media spin and so-called 'expert' opinion by letting people bet on what they actually believe will happen in the world. I am pleased that 1789 Capital is investing in Polymarket and am honored to join the company's advisory board. I look forward to working with the team to advance its mission of bringing truth and transparency to everyone – including the U.S."

"1789 Capital looks to invest in companies that are entrepreneurial, innovative, and demonstrate great potential for growth. Polymarket meets each of these criteria," said Omeed Malik, Founder of 1789 Capital. "Polymarket stands at the intersection of free expression and financial innovation by empowering individuals with real-time truth in a world clouded by noise, and we are proud to support its vision."

Most recently, Polymarket completed the $112 million acquisition of QCEX, a CFTC-licensed exchange and clearinghouse, paving the way for its re-entry into the U.S. market. The company also announced a partnership with 𝕏 as its Official Prediction Market Partner.

Since its launch in 2020, Polymarket has experienced tremendous growth as it has emerged as a vital source of trusted real-time information around the world. In the first half of 2025 alone, users have already made about $6 billion in predictions on the platform. To explore live markets and stay ahead of the curve, visit polymarket.com.

About Polymarket
Polymarket is the world's largest prediction market. On Polymarket, traders predict the outcome of future events and win when they are right. As traders react to breaking news in real-time, market prices are the best gauge of the likelihood of events occurring. Institutions, individuals, and the media rely on these forecasts to report the news and better understand the future. Across politics, current events, pop culture, and more, billions of dollars of predictions have been made so far on Polymarket in 2025.

About 1789 Capital
Founded in 2022 by Omeed Malik and Chris Buskirk, 1789 Capital is an investment firm that focuses on providing financing to companies in the budding Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Growth ("EIG") economy, which is driving the next era of American prosperity. The firm is based in Palm Beach, Florida.

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SOURCE Polymarket