Arcade

Arcade is a pioneering generative AI marketplace that empowers users to design, purchase, and sell custom, manufacturable physical products. Co-founded by Mariam Naficy, a seasoned entrepreneur known for her work with Minted and Eve.com, Arcade is positioned at the forefront of the AI-driven transformation of commerce. The platform allows consumers to translate their ideas into tangible goods with simple text or image prompts, effectively eliminating the barrier between imagination and reality. Arcade's mission is to redefine commerce by offering unparalleled personal choice, expression, and meaning in the products people buy and create. The company achieves this by integrating the power of generative AI with a global network of skilled independent makers, artisans, and brands who can produce these unique items on demand, even in a quantity of one.

Launched in beta in September 2024, Arcade initially focused on the jewelry market, where it quickly demonstrated significant user adoption, with hundreds of thousands of designs created within months. The company has since expanded into the home goods sector, starting with custom-made rugs, further showcasing the versatility of its platform. A key feature of Arcade's technology is its ability to bridge communication gaps between consumers and manufacturers through images, transcending language and geographical divides. The platform's AI models are trained on individual maker data, enabling the generation of instantly buyable and manufacturable designs that align with each maker's specific style and capabilities. Arcade also offers an entrepreneur program for influencers and creators, allowing them to monetize their design ideas without the traditional hurdles of sourcing manufacturers or managing inventory. By facilitating this dynamic co-creation experience, Arcade is building a new ecosystem for commerce where personalization and creativity are paramount.