A decentralized prediction market is a platform that allows users to bet on the outcome of future events using cryptocurrency or blockchain technology. Instead of relying on a central authority to settle bets and distribute winnings, decentralized prediction markets utilize smart contracts to automate these processes in a transparent and trustless manner. These markets enable users to speculate on a wide range of events, such as election results, sports outcomes, or even the price of cryptocurrencies, without the need for intermediaries.