Google is stepping into the AI chatbot economy in a big way. Starting in early 2025, Google began testing AdSense ads inside AI chatbots like iAsk and Liner — and it doesn’t stop there. The company now plans to open this up to more chatbot providers, signaling a major shift in how and where ads appear online.

This marks the first time Google AdSense, a program historically tied to websites and search results, is now entering live AI chat interactions.

🧪 AdSense for AI Conversations Is Here

According to Bloomberg, Google has quietly tested this integration with select startups — and the response must’ve been positive. Now, Google is ready to offer “AdSense for Search” to any website or platform that includes AI-powered conversational experiences.

A Google spokesperson confirmed that this option is officially available, giving third-party chat platforms a monetization route backed by Google’s ad network.

This means AI assistants, search apps, and even niche chatbots could soon serve contextual ads inside chat threads — just like a search engine result page.

🤖 What Apps Are Involved?

Two AI tools were specifically named in early testing:

  • iAsk – an AI search app
  • Liner – a chatbot-focused assistant

Both declined to comment, but insiders say these platforms were part of a quiet pilot program that helped shape Google’s current rollout.

💰 Why This Matters

This move lets Google:

  • Expand its ad footprint into emerging AI interfaces
  • Tap new audiences not using traditional search
  • Help AI startups monetize their platforms with little friction

It also reflects a broader trend: AI conversations are becoming the new search — and Google wants in on that shift before others dominate the space.

📉 What About Gemini?

While Gemini hasn’t started showing ads yet, it’s only a matter of time. As Google’s flagship AI product, Gemini is the natural next step for AdSense expansion. If users start turning to Gemini instead of Google Search, expect ads to follow them there too.

📝 Related Update from Google

Coincidentally (or not), Google also published an AdSense announcement about “upcoming changes to the commonly used set of ad technology providers.” It’s unclear if that’s directly tied to chatbot ads — but it’s likely part of the broader plan.

📎 Did You Know?

Google’s move into chatbot ads could allow any conversational AI tool to monetize — even if it’s not tied to traditional search.

🧭 Final Thought

Google’s push into AI chatbot monetization isn’t just about new ad placements — it’s about redefining what “search” looks like. If your platform uses AI for answers, content, or assistance, AdSense is coming your way. The future of advertising might be just one chatbot reply away.