A major trading platform has just opened limited access to its latest prediction markets feature, now equipped with cross-margin functionality. This closed-beta launch marks a significant step in bringing derivatives and speculative trading capabilities to a broader user base. The cross-margin feature allows traders to optimize capital efficiency by consolidating collateral across multiple positions, reducing the capital requirements typically needed for leveraged trading. This integration combines prediction market mechanics—where users bet on future outcomes—with advanced margin management, potentially creating new opportunities for sophisticated traders. The platform is currently vetting participants for the beta phase, suggesting a measured rollout approach before wider availability.