[New York's First Free Grocery Store, The Polymarket, Officially Opens Today] BlockBeats News: On February 12, prediction market platform Polymarket announced that 'New York's first free grocery store, The Polymarket,' has officially opened at 137 South 7th Avenue in New York City. As the first free grocery store in New York City, it was built by New Yorkers and serves New Yorkers. Recently, competition between prediction market platforms Kalshi and Polymarket has intensified, with both engaging in promotional activities involving 'free food' in New York. On February 3, Kalshi launched an event at WestSide Market in downtown Manhattan, offering customers $50 worth of free groceries. The event attracted large crowds, with many participants noting that the value was equivalent to several hours of wages, making it highly appealing. Kalshi co-founder Tarek Mansour stated that the initiative was aimed at giving back to the community and expanding their user base. Polymarket, on the other hand, opened 'New York's first free grocery store, The Polymarket,' today, where all items are free, no purchase is required, and it is open to all New Yorkers. Additionally, they donated $1 million to local food banks.