Google's AI Mode Is 'the Definition of Theft,' Publishers Say

Google’s new AI Mode for Search, now available in the U.S., has incited backlash from publishers who deem it “the definition of theft” for using their content without fair compensation or a genuine opt-out option. Internal documents revealed that Google opted not to grant publishers more control over their content to prioritize product functionality, leading to concerns from the News/Media Alliance about the detrimental impact on publishers’ traffic and revenue. While Google’s tools benefit users, they threaten the survival of publishers, pushing them towards lower-quality content and worsening the overall internet landscape.

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