The App Store is booming again, and AI may be why

Appfigures says new app launches surged in early 2026, with the iOS App Store showing especially strong growth.

The jump may be linked to AI-powered development tools that are making app creation easier.

Apple still faces ongoing problems with spam, scams, and policy enforcement across the store.

The trend suggests AI may be expanding who can build apps, while increasing pressure on app review and fraud detection.