After taking a quick look at the Polymarket odds for Bitcoin (BTC +6.10%), you’ll probably be tempted to look elsewhere for upside in 2026. A clear majority of Polymarket traders think that Bitcoin will be rangebound between $55,000 and $75,000 for the rest of the year.

But that doesn’t mean you can’t still make money on Bitcoin this year. Here are a few ideas for turning a profit in a down year for Bitcoin.

Bet against Bitcoin

What’s the old saying? “If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em.” The same goes for Bitcoin. If you absolutely think Bitcoin is done for the year, then why not start predicting that Bitcoin will decline in price over the course of 2026?

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On Polymarket, traders are giving Bitcoin a 78% chance…