In the fast-paced world of blockchain innovation, developers are constantly pushing boundaries to create unique applications that blend fun, technology, and finance. Recently, KieranOnBase, a Solidity contract engineer known for his witty shitposting and bold projects, dropped a bombshell on X (formerly Twitter) with his latest creation: an AI agent blackjack prediction market aptly named "Not Gambling."

The announcement came via a tweet that quickly caught the eye of the crypto community. Kieran shared a video demo where he explained the project's clever twist on traditional blackjack. "Everything you see in this video, just know that it is not gambling," he quipped, setting the tone for a project designed to skirt the edges of gaming regulations while delivering an engaging experience.

At its core, "Not Gambling" lets an autonomous AI agent play blackjack hands, while users participate in live prediction markets betting on the outcomes. Here's how it works: The AI starts a hand, and before things get too "gambly," the game pivots to a prediction market. Participants buy Yes/No shares predicting whether the AI will win or lose. Markets close when the AI stands, and settlements happen instantly via smart contracts. This setup means you're not playing against the house—you're forecasting an AI's decisions.

Built on the Base blockchain—a layer-2 solution from Coinbase known for low fees and high speed—the project was submitted to the ETHGlobal Buenos Aires hackathon. It targets specific tracks like the CDP Agent Kit from Coinbase Developer Platform, UNI-V4 Hooks from Uniswap, and Chainlink VRF for verifiable randomness in card dealing.

Diving deeper into the tech stack, as detailed on the ETHGlobal showcase page, the project uses custom Solidity contracts for the core logic, including prediction markets. Uniswap hooks help autocompound liquidity, making trades more efficient. Chainlink Automation handles market resolution and payouts, ensuring everything runs smoothly without manual intervention. The frontend is a BaseApp mini-app, offering gasless transactions and easy login through Coinbase Smart Wallet.

What ties this into the meme token world? It integrates with Kieran’s earlier project, AppleSnakes. This NFT collection on Base features breeding, egg hatching, and even a quirky jail system for locking up others' NFTs. Holders can wrap their AppleSnakes NFTs into a liquid token called $wASS, which powers the prediction markets in "Not Gambling." If you're holding $wASS, you can stake it to earn yields from transaction volumes, adding a meme-flavored utility layer.

Kieran’s bio hints at his rebellious streak: "I built the only app on Base that got shut down by Microsoft." AppleSnakes seems to be that infamous project, now evolving with this hackathon entry. The demo video shows Kieran in Argentina, hacking away and turning a shitpost idea into reality. "This all started as a shitpost," he admits, "but I kind of fell in love with the idea."

For those eager to try it, head over to applesnakes.com to mint, play, or predict. Just remember, as Kieran emphasizes, it's not gambling—it's a prediction market with AI flair.

This project exemplifies how meme culture intersects with cutting-edge DeFi tools, creating accessible entry points for blockchain enthusiasts. Whether you're into AI, prediction markets, or just collecting quirky NFTs, "Not Gambling" offers a fresh take worth exploring. Keep an eye on KieranOnBase for more updates, as this could spark new trends in on-chain gaming and meme tokens.