Vitalik Buterin: Prediction markets emerge as a new information medium, yet security challenges persist for AI development

During ETHShanghai 2025, Vitalik Buterin and Xiao Feng emphasized the importance of prediction markets in delivering timely insights through price signals, outpacing traditional media. They recognized AI’s potential to enrich predictions, creating mainstream applications.

Vitalik noted that blockchain could redefine AI’s role in governance. However, he cautioned about security issues, including the risk of hacking. ZK ID technology could mitigate AI misuse while safeguarding user privacy, particularly in sectors like DeFi.