TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.7b
24H VOL:
$279,496,801
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,640,614
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,923,931,766
416,910
Markets across
40,107
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,571
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 9, 10:00 AM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks which artificial intelligence system achieves the highest ranking in text-to-video generation capabilities by a specific date. It reflects the competitive landscape of AI development where companies strive to produce the most advanced technology for converting textual descriptions into high-quality video content. The outcome highlights the state of innovation and technical proficiency in this rapidly evolving field.
The event determines the leading text-to-video AI model as ranked on the Artificial Analysis Text to Video Leaderboard (With Audio) at 10:00am ET on October 9, 2026. Each market corresponds to a specific AI developer, resolving to Yes if that developer’s model holds the #1 position. If multiple models tie for the top rank, the publisher’s official tie-breaking rules apply; if none exist, all tied entities share the highest rank. In such cases, contracts for all tied entities resolve to $1 divided by the number of tied candidates, rounded down. The event operates independently of any official affiliations with the governing league, and all trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.
Currently, it's important to note that this market is driven by the wisdom of the crowd on Kalshi. Comparing these probabilities to external analyst forecasts reveals whether the market is aligned with expert opinions or diverging based on unique insights from traders. If analysts generally favor a different outcome than what's reflected in the current odds, it could signal an interesting opportunity or a disagreement about the underlying factors influencing the leading Text to Video AI model. This comparison can help you assess the potential value in the market.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction. Traders buy and sell contracts representing their belief in the probability of a specific outcome. As more people buy a contract, its price increases, reflecting a higher perceived chance of that outcome occurring. Conversely, selling pressure lowers the price. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The price of each contract directly corresponds to the implied probability of that outcome, allowing traders to express their views and profit from correctly anticipating the results of the Text to Video AI competition.
This market resolves around Oct 9, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will identify the Text to Video AI model deemed to be the top performer this week, based on publicly available rankings or assessments. The specific criteria for determining the 'top' model are based on industry standards and will be verified against credible public sources. Traders will then be paid out based on the final probabilities reflected in the market prices at resolution.
Several signals could significantly move this market. New announcements regarding the capabilities or performance of different Text to Video AI models would be a major catalyst. Positive or negative reviews from influential tech publications or prominent AI researchers could also shift trader sentiment. Unexpected technical issues or breakthroughs with a particular model could also cause substantial price changes. Finally, any shifts in the competitive landscape, such as a new model entering the race or a major update to an existing one, could impact the probabilities reflected in this market.