What is a prediction market signal detector?

It's a Node.js script that scans social media sentiment and volume for topics like tariffs or Bitcoin, flagging spikes before prediction market prices react on platforms like Polymarket.

How do I build a prediction market signal detector with LunarCrush?

Clone JoeVezzani/prediction-market-signals, get a free LunarCrush API key, npm install, set your env var, and run the scan function on hot topics like recession odds.

Does social sentiment predict prediction market moves?

Often yes — social buzz leads bets by minutes to hours on big events. Backtest the signals against Polymarket history to verify for yourself.

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Social Chatter Beats Prediction Markets: Build Your Early Signal Detector Now

Prediction markets exploded, but they trail social media's frenzy. Joe Vezzani's Node.js detector catches sentiment shifts early, turning Twitter noise into trading gold.

theAIcatchup Apr 10, 2026 3 min read

Node.js dashboard showing social sentiment spikes for Bitcoin and tariffs prediction markets

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Social media sentiment spikes lead prediction market prices by hours — detect them early with this Node.js tool. 𝕏
LunarCrush API powers real-time scans on tariffs, Bitcoin, recession; flags volume/sentiment anomalies. 𝕏
GitHub repo ready: backtest signals, automate for trading edges in Polymarket/Kalshi. 𝕏

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