Executive Summary
Hunch is a mobile-first prediction market application that transforms complex betting mechanics into an intuitive, TikTok-style swipe interface. Built on Base (Coinbase L2), Hunch enables users to bet on real-world events by simply swiping YES or NO on prediction cards.Key Highlights
Working Prototype
Live at prototype.gotahunch.net
Contracts Deployed
Smart contracts operational on Base
30-Second Onboarding
No seed phrases or wallet setup
Gasless Transactions
Platform sponsors all fees
Traction
| Milestone | Status |
|---|---|
| Working prototype (v0.26) | ✅ Live |
| Smart contracts on Base Sepolia | ✅ Deployed |
| Privy + ZeroDev integration | ✅ Operational |
| Polymarket data sync | ✅ Running |
| Mobile app (React Native) | ✅ Ready for beta |
Market Opportunity
The global prediction market opportunity exceeds $50 billion annually, yet existing platforms remain inaccessible to mainstream users. Hunch addresses three critical barriers:- Complexity of traditional interfaces
- Friction in wallet management
- Regulatory uncertainty through crypto-global distribution
Technology Validation
The prototype validates three critical technical hypotheses:Investment Opportunity
| Round | Allocation | FDV | Raise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angel | 2.5% | $5M | $125K |
| Pre-Seed | 5% | $8M | $400K |
| KOL Round | 2% | $10M | $200K |
| Seed | 6% | $15M | $900K |
| Strategic | 3.5% | $30M | $1.05M |
| Public/IDO | 1% | $40M | $400K |
Total raise target: ~$3.1M across all rounds to fund development through public launch and initial growth phase.