How to dispute a market
If a user believes a market was resolved incorrectly, they can file a dispute during the post-resolution window. Disputes are intended for cases where the data source was misread, the wrong outcome was recorded, or an edge case occurred that the automated system did not handle correctly. To open a dispute, the user must submit a claim identifying the market, the resolution they believe is incorrect, and the evidence supporting their position. A flat fee of $25 is required to file a dispute. This fee exists to prevent spam disputes and ensure only genuine concerns are raised. If the dispute is upheld and the user was correct, the $25 fee is fully refunded. If the dispute is rejected, the fee is retained by the platform.Dispute process
Once a dispute is filed, the review process follows two stages. Automated Review: The system re-checks the resolution against the original data source. If a clear error is detected (e.g., an oracle misread, a data feed lag, or an incorrect value recorded on-chain), the resolution is corrected automatically without further review. BLAST Review: If the automated review does not resolve the dispute, the BLAST team conducts a manual review. This includes examining the original data source, the market’s resolution criteria, and the evidence submitted by the disputing user. BLAST has the final say on all disputed markets.What happens during disputes
When a dispute is filed, all payouts for that market are immediately paused. No funds are distributed until the dispute is fully resolved. This protects both sides — winning bettors are not paid out on a potentially incorrect result, and the platform does not settle on a contested outcome. Once the dispute is resolved:- If the original resolution stands: Payouts proceed as normal. The disputing user’s fee is retained.
- If the resolution is overturned: The market is re-settled with the corrected outcome. All payouts are recalculated and distributed accordingly. The disputing user’s fee is refunded.