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A Betting Exchange, Not a Sportsbook

This peer-to-peer model means better odds, because you’re not paying a bookmaker’s fixed margin. Dynamic, competitive pricing sets the odds on SX.

Makers and Takers

Every bet on SX Bet involves two roles:

Maker

Posts a limit order to the order book – this order sits open until it is cancelled or filled.

Taker

Fills a maker’s existing limit order from the orderbook with a market bet. This is like placing a bet on a traditional sportsbook.
You don’t need to choose one role — when you place a market order (betting at the best available odds), you’re a taker. When you place a limit order (requesting specific odds), you’re a maker.

Your Wallet, Your Funds

SX Bet is non-custodial — your funds stay in your personal wallet, not in an account controlled by SX Bet. This is fundamentally different from traditional sportsbooks where you deposit money into a company’s account.
1

Funds sit in your wallet

Your USDC sits in your personal wallet at all times until you place a bet.
2

You place a bet

When you bet, you authorize the transfer by signing the transaction. Nothing moves without your approval.
3

Funds move to escrow

Your stake and the other bettor’s stake are held in a secure escrow smart contract. Neither party can touch the funds — the contract holds them until the game ends.
4

Winnings paid automatically

When the event concludes, the escrow contract automatically pays out the winnings directly to the winner’s wallet.

Betting Currency: USDC

All bets on SX Bet are placed using USDC, a stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the US dollar. 1 USDC = $1 USD, always.

Fees

Bet TypeFee
Single bets0%
Parlays5% (winning bets only)
SX Bet also covers all gas (transaction) fees for betting, so there are no hidden costs. Learn more about fees on SX Bet.

Next Steps

Quickstart

Sign up, fund your wallet, and place your first bet.

Reading the Order Book

Learn how to find odds and navigate the live order book.