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Best ways to sell your business data to AI companies in 2026
Quick answer
In 2026, businesses generally choose from three routes: going directly to an AI lab, listing on a general data marketplace, or working with a service built specifically to manage licensing of everyday business records. Each route trades off speed, reach, and control differently.
Going direct#
Some businesses with existing relationships to an AI lab negotiate directly, which can work well but usually requires in-house legal resources and time.
Marketplaces and directories#
General data marketplaces help businesses get discovered by many buyers at once, often with self-serve listing tools and less individualized review.
Managed licensing services#
Managed services review each release, remove and check personal details, and have counsel look at rights deal by deal, which suits businesses without their own data licensing team.
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