# Forecasting FAQs

### How long do the Forecasting rounds last?

* ARB: 5 Minutes
* ETH: 10 Minutes
* Gold: 24 Hours

### What are the different rounds?

* **NEXT**: Prediction market is open for betting
* **LIVE**: Bets are closed and prediction price is locked in
* **EXPIRED**: Winners and losers have been chosen 

### What Cryptocurrencies can I bet with?

Bets can only currently be placed in ETH, but ARB betting will be added soon. Additional cryptocurrencies may be added in the future.

### How do I place a Forecast bet?

To bet, simply follow these steps:

1. Connect your wallet to the site
2. Select the Crypto or Commodity you would like to bet on
3. Find the "NEXT" Card and click the "Going Up" button if you think the price will go up within the round or the "Going Down" button if you think the price will go down within the round.

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### How do I see my bet once live?

Once your bet has been placed, it will then transition to the "LIVE" Card once the round goes live (see the picture below for exact location. From the "LIVE" Card, you can view your bet amount, the current price of the crypto or commodity you are betting on, and if the current price is "Up" or "Down" from the locked price.

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### How do I see and collect my winnings?

If you have correctly Forecasted, then you will be able to claim your rewards from the Card your bet was on by clicking "Collect Earnings".

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Alternatively, you can click on the "History" button to view all of your current and past bets, and claim any pending rewards:

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