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AI Chatbot Now Wagers on World Cup
14 Jul
Summary
- Kalshi and OpenAI partnered to show World Cup data in ChatGPT.
- User queries in ChatGPT now display odds attributed to Kalshi.
- Regulators scrutinize growing, lucrative prediction markets.
Kalshi, a company enabling wagers on various events, has entered a partnership with OpenAI. This collaboration will display World Cup prediction market data directly within ChatGPT search results. Users querying about specific matches may see graphics showing odds, attributed to Kalshi's data. For instance, a search might reveal a percentage chance of victory for teams like France or England.
This deal represents a significant move for OpenAI, marking its first partnership with a prediction market. Kalshi aims to expand its reach and user base through such integrations. The partnership is reportedly limited to 2026 World Cup queries and is for informational purposes only, with users unable to place bets via ChatGPT.
This development occurs as prediction markets gain popularity, attracting interest from other tech giants. Google has already integrated prediction market results into its search and finance pages. Meta's CEO has also directed efforts towards building a dedicated prediction market app. However, this expansion is met with increasing regulatory scrutiny over potential abuses like insider trading.
