Michigan woman scores $100K Powerball jackpot with ChatGPT-generated numbers
A Michigan woman recently struck it rich after utilizing AI to generate her Powerball numbers. Tammy Carvey, 45, won an impressive $100,000 in September’s $1.787 billion Powerball drawing using numbers created by ChatGPT.
Winning Numbers and Prize Breakdown
Carvey shared that she requested a set of Powerball numbers from ChatGPT. After purchasing her ticket during the massive jackpot draw, she discovered that four of the numbers matched the white Powerballs.
- Initial winnings: $50,000 for matching four numbers.
- Additional Power Play multiplier: Doubled her winnings to $100,000.
Surprise Win
Initially, Carvey believed she had won $50,000 after checking Google. Upon logging into her Michigan Lottery account, she realized the Power Play had doubled her earnings. “My husband and I were in total disbelief,” she recounted.
Plans for the Winnings
Carvey plans to utilize her newfound wealth by paying off her home and saving the remainder for future use. Despite her use of AI, the Michigan Lottery emphasized that the outcome of their draws remains entirely unpredictable.
AI and Lottery Wins
This is not the first instance of AI aiding in lottery success. Carrie Edwards, from Virginia, also experienced fortune utilizing ChatGPT to generate her numbers. She matched five Powerball numbers and, after a Power Play, took home $150,000.
Overview of the September Powerball Drawing
The September Powerball event included a staggering jackpot of $1.787 billion, shared by two winners. They correctly selected the numbers 11, 23, 44, 61, 62, and the red Powerball 17.
The Michigan Lottery continues to remind players that each draw is random, regardless of their methods for selecting numbers. Play responsibly and remember, winning is about luck!
