[Morgan Stanley Survey: Wall Street Interns Enthusiastic About Prediction Markets and AI, 68% Use AI Tools Daily] BlockBeats News, August 23 — Morgan Stanley's equity research team conducted its annual survey of over 500 North American summer interns, most of whom are under the age of 21. More than a quarter of the interns indicated that they had used prediction market applications in the past year, with Kalshi and Polymarket being the most common choices. Among these users, 55% reported using multiple betting applications simultaneously. Prediction markets are facing increased scrutiny in the U.S., with several states taking legal or regulatory actions against related platforms. Morgan Stanley's employee code of conduct covers trading and investment matters, including prediction markets, though insiders did not disclose further details. Another nationwide survey revealed that 21% of American adult respondents had used prediction market platforms, with the proportion rising to 37% among those aged 18 to 34. In terms of AI, 68% of interns use AI tools daily, up from 35% last year and 14% in 2024. Approximately 70% of respondents personally subscribe to paid AI tools, an increase from 52% last summer. Meanwhile, 61% of respondents expressed concerns about AI replacing jobs in finance, while 74% worried about job displacement in other industries. Over 60% of respondents showed interest in using humanoid robots at home, with 10% indicating they might become early adopters. [Original Link]