Merge Gateway usage shifts toward independent labs

The data suggests model choice is fragmenting rapidly, making provider-neutral infrastructure increasingly strategic for AI builders.

• –Independent labs now account for the majority of tokens routed through Gateway.
• –Token share growing faster than request share implies these models may be handling longer or more demanding workloads.
• –A unified gateway lets teams test emerging models without repeatedly rebuilding provider integrations.
• –Routing, fallback, spend controls, and audit logs become more valuable as model portfolios expand.
• –The figures are Merge’s own usage data, so they indicate Gateway adoption—not the entire industry’s market share.