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Google reportedly considers paywall for enhanced AI-powered search capabilities


Google is reportedly on the brink of adapting its search engine by introducing premium features powered by generative AI behind a paywall.

The company began testing an AI-powered search service that offers more detailed answers to user queries while maintaining the traditional model of presenting links and advertisements. This approach would maintain the free availability of Google’s traditional search engine and advertisement display, thus preserving its primary revenue stream while offering enhanced services to those willing to pay. Maxwell Nelson, a seasoned journalist and content strategist, has contributed to industry-leading platforms, weaving complex narratives into insightful articles that resonate with a broad readership.

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