> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://midashand-1.gitbook.io/midaspredict/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://midashand-1.gitbook.io/midaspredict/for-creators/midas-catalyst.md).

# Midas Catalyst

Before you can create your own market on MidasPredict, you need to earn the **Midas Catalyst badge**. Complete four tasks to prove you're an engaged member of the community — then market creation unlocks.

The badge is **earned once**. After that, you can create as many markets as you want without repeating the tasks.

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### Why It Exists <a href="#why-it-exists" id="why-it-exists"></a>

Market creation is a privilege with real impact on other users. Bad or spammy markets waste liquidity and erode trust. The Catalyst badge filters for creators who understand the platform, trade on it, and are publicly accountable — without making the process feel like a gated application.

Do the tasks, get the badge, create forever.

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### The Four Tasks <a href="#the-four-tasks" id="the-four-tasks"></a>

#### 1. 7-Day Daily Peck-In Streak <a href="#id-1-7-day-daily-peck-in-streak" id="id-1-7-day-daily-peck-in-streak"></a>

Log in and complete the daily peck-in for **7 consecutive days**. Missing a day resets your streak to zero.

* **Progress shown:** X / 7 days on the Catalyst page

#### 2. Join Midas Community <a href="#id-2-join-midas-community" id="id-2-join-midas-community"></a>

Join MidasPredict's official social channels.&#x20;

#### 3. Social Verification <a href="#id-3-social-verification" id="id-3-social-verification"></a>

Connect your Twitter/X account to your MidasPredict profile.&#x20;

#### 4. Trade Challenge <a href="#id-4-trade-challenge" id="id-4-trade-challenge"></a>

Hit both trading thresholds:

* **$10,000** in cumulative trading volume on **Testnet**

**or**

* **$500** in cumulative trading volume on **Mainnet**

The thresholds are tracked separately — you can complete them in any order. Progress is shown on the Catalyst page.

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### After You Earn the Badge <a href="#after-you-earn-the-badge" id="after-you-earn-the-badge"></a>

Once all four tasks are complete, the Catalyst badge is added to your profile and the **Create Market** button unlocks. From there:

1. Head to the Create Market flow
2. Define your question, outcomes, observation window, and resolution rules
3. Seed minimum $500 in liquidity
4. Launch

See [Creating a Market](/midaspredict/for-creators/creating-a-market.md) for the full creation flow.

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### FAQ <a href="#faq" id="faq"></a>

<details>

<summary>Do I need to keep completing tasks to keep creating markets?</summary>

No. The Catalyst badge is a one-time unlock. Once you earn it, market creation stays open forever.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Does the testnet volume count toward my Midas Points?</summary>

No. Testnet activity is for the Catalyst challenge only and doesn't produce MP or real rewards. Only mainnet volume earns MP.

</details>

<details>

<summary>What happens if I break my peck-in streak?</summary>

The streak resets to day 1. There's no penalty beyond having to start over.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Can I trade without the Catalyst badge?</summary>

Yes. The Catalyst badge only gates **market creation**, not trading. Anyone with a connected wallet can trade from day one.

</details>


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