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Appfigures
Coverage of Appfigures in the Nexus archive.
- Image AI models now drive app growth, beating chatbot upgrades
Appfigures reports that image AI model launches generate 6.5 times more downloads than chatbot upgrades, but most apps fail to convert this download spike into revenue. This trend indicates a shift in app growth driven by visual AI models. The ability to sustain revenue remains a challenge for these apps.
- The App Store is booming again, and AI may be why
New data from Appfigures indicates a surge in new app launches in 2026, suggesting AI tools may be driving a mobile software boom. The App Store is experiencing renewed growth, attributed to advancements in AI technology.