The .ai domain extension has experienced a meteoric rise, transforming from a country-code TLD for Anguilla into the must-have extension for artificial intelligence companies. Since 2023, the .ai market has seen unprecedented activity, with premium domains appreciating 200-500% since 2022.
Market Performance Overview
According to NameBio, the leading domain sales tracking platform, the .ai extension has shown remarkable growth:
- $5.5 million in publicly reported .ai sales in 2023
- .ai rose to third place in sales volume, overtaking .net and .io
- Average sale price increased 40% year-over-year
- Record-breaking $30M Voice.ai sale in 2024
Why .ai Domains Are Appreciating
Several factors are driving .ai domain appreciation:
- AI Industry Growth: The conversational AI market alone is projected to reach $49.9B by 2030
- Supply Constraints: Quality .ai names are limited and increasingly hard to acquire
- Corporate Demand: Major tech companies are building AI-focused portfolios
- Investor Interest: Domain investors recognize .ai as a high-growth asset class
Notable Recent Sales
| Domain | Sale Price | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Voice.ai | $30,000,000 | 2024 |
| You.ai | $700,000 | 2023 |
| Genius.ai | $500,000 | 2023 |
| Property.ai | $450,000 | 2023 |
| Get.ai | $180,000 | 2022 |
What This Means for Buyers
For companies considering AI domain acquisition, the data suggests that:
- Premium .ai domains are becoming increasingly scarce
- Early acquisition provides both branding and investment value
- Multi-domain packages (like Think Suite) offer strategic advantages
- Cultural/linguistic differentiation can command premium valuations
The Think Suite — offering three premium Hindi .ai domains plus complete brand assets — represents a unique opportunity to secure a cohesive AI brand foundation before prices rise further.
Sources
- • NameBio - Domain Sales Database
- • NamePros - Industry Analysis Forums
- • DNJournal - Domain Market Reports
- • Unite.AI - AI Domain Coverage
