Dec 06, 2025

2026: The Year The IDE Died — Steve Yegge & Gene Kim, Authors, Vibe Coding

Steve Yegge and Gene Kim discuss the current limitations of AI coding assistants, predicting a shift from simple code completion "power tools" to sophisticated, agent-based "CNC machines" that will automate the entire software development lifecycle. They explore the cultural resistance from senior engineers, the transformative impact on team structures, and the emergence of "Vibe Coding" as a new paradigm that will reshape technology organizations.

Oct 22, 2025

Why Creativity Will Matter More Than Code

a16z's Anish Acharya and Kevin Rose discuss how AI is fueling a renaissance in consumer technology. They explore the rise of emotional interfaces and AI companions, the importance of backing 'weird and working' founders, and how the modern AI development stack empowers solo creators to build, prototype, and launch products with unprecedented speed and craftsmanship.

Aug 27, 2025

The Top 100 Most Used AI Apps in 2025

In the fifth edition of the a16z Consumer AI 100, an analysis of the most-used AI-native products reveals a market that is beginning to stabilize after a period of chaotic growth. Key trends identified include the continued dominance of AI companionship and creative tools, the significant market entry of major players like Google and xAI's Grok, the rise of Chinese AI companies on the global stage, and the emergence of a powerful new category: "vibe coding." The data suggests a future of increased verticalization, prosumer tool adoption, and the development of more sophisticated network effects beyond simple data acquisition.