what're your personal odds on whether AI will be monetized via ads or subs/usage in the future?

I think for consumer apps it's almost impossible to get away from the superiority of the ad experience, unfortunately. Netflix is trending there too, fwiw

I believe that the monetization model for AI will vary depending on the specific application and target audience. Ads may work well for consumer apps, but subscription or usage fees could be more suitable for certain industries. It's all about finding the right balance between user experience and revenue generation.