a16z on the state of consumer AI and monetisation
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On 9 October 2026, a16z partner Olivia Moore published a Top 100 consumer AI apps report and shared her views. According to TechCrunch, the report shows ChatGPT remains the biggest player, while smaller firms such as Suno and ElevenLabs show lasting vitality; around six consumer categories, including social, dating, e-commerce, retail, travel, finance and health, have no AI products on the list at all. Moore believes consumer AI is still early, with opportunities in moving beyond subscriptions and API fees to monetise through advertising and other means, and in adopting more open-source or low-cost models.
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- TechCrunch · AIa16z’s Olivia Moore on the state of consumer AI
Moore sees a huge opportunity in consumer AI, particularly if the industry can tap into revenue streams beyond just subscriptions and API charges.
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