Yahoo Sports AI: Ask Kevin O'Connor NBA Draft Guide

Yahoo Sports is launching an AI-powered "Ask Kevin O’Connor" feature within the analyst's annual NBA Draft guide. This new chatbot is part of Yahoo's AI product called Yahoo Scout. Here's the thing: The chatbot was trained using O’Connor’s written work, podcast transcripts, and scouting notes. It allows users to ask questions and receive answers in O’Connor’s voice and perspective. What’s interesting is that each response will be slightly different, and the model will learn from user feedback. The chat function is currently embedded within the draft guide web page. O’Connor sees this as a complement to his usual coverage, not a replacement. Yahoo also rolled out its Scout product in its finance section, offering financial information. The bottom line: This technology aims to provide new, innovative experiences for Yahoo's large user base, and the company is exploring ways to monetize these AI chat experiences in the future.