One truth is undeniable in AI development: high-quality, unbiased **data is the foundation of success**. However, the journey from an idea to a working AI model is rarely straightforward. Businesses today face an overwhelming challenge: finding data that is not only diverse but also ethical and compliant with evolving regulations.
Trust by some of the largest companies building AI models – such as Meta, Amazon and NVIDIA, to name a few – Defined.ai’s marketplace streamlines access to high-quality, ethically sourced datasets for seamless project integration and improved model accuracy. As a result, our customers can advance their AI initiatives with confidence. 

## Why AI Marketplaces Are Driving Change

AI marketplaces are evolving into indispensable hubs for innovation. Gartner® predicts that “By 2028, 40% of AI asset purchases — including models and data by enterprises — will take place via AI marketplace, up from less than 5% today.”

But what’s driving this surge? 

## The Push for Trust and Integrity

For AI to thrive, trust is paramount. At Defined.ai, we’re fully aligned with this vision. Every dataset on our marketplace is ethically sourced, rigorously vetted, and designed to help businesses develop AI that is both effective and responsible.

- **Ethics and Compliance**: Businesses are demanding solutions that prioritize transparency and align with regulatory standards.
- **Tailored Offerings**: From domain-specific datasets to scalable AI tools, marketplaces are adapting to meet the unique needs of industries like healthcare, finance, and retail.
- **Collaborative Innovation**: By bringing together diverse data providers and consumers, marketplaces foster a culture of shared progress.

## Defined.ai: Where Quality Meets Innovation

At Defined.ai, we understand that the success of your AI model starts with the data that powers it. That’s why our marketplace focuses on three core principles:

- **Industry-Specific, High-Quality Data**: Whether you’re training an AI model to analyze financial trends or diagnose medical conditions, our datasets are curated for precision and reliability.
- **Ethical AI Development**: Trust is non-negotiable. Our commitment to transparency and responsible data sourcing ensures you can build AI that reflects your values.
- **Scalable Solutions for All**: From startups to global enterprises, we provide flexible access to the tools and data you need to scale efficiently.


## Ready to Transform Your AI Strategy?

Let Defined.ai help you access the data you need to succeed. Get in touch with our experts to explore our marketplace solutions. [Get a Free Marketplace Demo Now]( https://connect.defined.ai/book-meeting?utm_campaign=gartner_flex_reprint_1&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog_article&amp;utm_content=The%20Rise%20of%20AI%20Marketplaces%20%E2%80%93%20Are%20You%20Ready%3F).

**Disclaimer**

*Gartner, Emerging Tech: Innovators for AI Marketplace-as-a-Service Unlocking New Revenue Streams, By Nick Ingelbrecht, Annette Zimmermann, Kara Batty, Tuong Nguyen, Aakanksha Bansal, John Santoro, 7 October 2024.  GARTNER is a registered trademark and service mark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and internationally and is used herein with permission. All rights reserved.*




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