How Developers can monetize AI innovations through The AI Mart

The rise of AI Mart, Sri Lanka’s first dedicated AI marketplace, is opening new doors for developers and innovators to turn their creations into profitable ventures. Designed as a one-stop platform for AI tools, products, and services, AI Mart provides a structured pathway for local talent to showcase their innovations and earn sustainable income.

Through AI Mart, developers can list their solutions—whether it’s a chatbot, business intelligence tool, health tech solution, or an education platform—and immediately tap into a nationwide audience. Monetisation is enabled through multiple models: subscription plans, credit-based usage, tiered pricing, and enterprise licensing. For instance, a developer can set a monthly subscription fee, while also offering pay-per-use services through AI Mart’s credit system, allowing customers to pay only for what they use.

📊 Example: Developer Monetisation Plan

Scenario:

You build an AI tool called SmartDocs AI that helps users analyze contracts and extract key clauses.

Pricing Model: Subscription + Credit Usage
Monthly Subscription: Rs. 500
Additional Usage: 0.2 credits per extra query

Case 1 – Small User Base (100 Users)

100 users subscribe at Rs. 500 = Rs. 50,000/month
Each user makes ~50 extra queries (0.2 credits each → 10 credits/user)
If credits cost Rs. 200 per 100 credits, that’s Rs. 20/user in extra usage → Rs. 2,000 total
Total Monthly Revenue = Rs. 52,000
If AI Mart keeps 20% commission → Your Take-Home = Rs. 41,600

Case 2 – Growing User Base (1,000 Users)

1,000 users subscribe at Rs. 500 = Rs. 500,000/month
Extra queries add Rs. 20,000/month
Total = Rs. 520,000/month
After 20% platform commission → Your Take-Home = Rs. 416,000/month

Case 3 – Large Scale (10,000 Users)

10,000 users subscribe at Rs. 500 = Rs. 5,000,000/month
Extra queries add Rs. 200,000/month
Total = Rs. 5.2 million/month
After 20% commission → Your Take-Home = Rs. 4.16 million/month