# Google is testing ads in its AI chatbot Gemini app.

*genai · news · 2026-05-01 · Digital Trends*

## Key points

- Google's Chief Business Officer confirmed ads could eventually appear in the Gemini app.
- Google is prioritizing AI Mode monetization in Search before considering ads in the Gemini app.
- If a successful ad format is found in AI Mode, it may be implemented in Gemini as well.
- Ad performance tracking within AI chatbots is more complex than traditional Search advertising.

**Companies:** Google, OpenAI
**Countries:** United States

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