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Anthropic’s new AI search feature digs through the web for answers

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 5m ago

Anthropic’s new AI search feature digs through the web for answers

Anthropic has introduced web search capabilities for its AI assistant Claude, enabling access to current online information. Initially available to paid users in the U.S., this feature helps Claude provide updated answers, aligning with competitors like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot. The functionality, powered by a partnership with Brave Search, is useful for sales, finance, research, and shopping. Users are advised to verify sources, as AI assistants like Claude can provide inaccurate citations.

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Reddit debuts AI-powered discussion search—but will users like it?

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 8m ago

Reddit debuts AI-powered discussion search—but will users like it?

Reddit is testing a new AI-powered search feature called "Reddit Answers" that generates summaries from existing Reddit posts to provide responses to user questions. Unlike traditional search engines, Reddit Answers only focuses on content within Reddit's platform. The feature aims to compete with other AI search tools like OpenAI and Perplexity. Reddit will initially roll out Reddit Answers to English-speaking users in the US before expanding to other languages and regions. However, there are concerns about the accuracy of information provided by the AI and the potential for intentional manipulation by users.

OpenAI takes on Google, releases ChatGPT search engine

YourStory

YourStory · 10m ago

OpenAI takes on Google, releases ChatGPT search engine

OpenAI has updated its ChatGPT AI chatbot, adding web search capabilities and positioning itself as a competitor to Google. The chatbot, powered by the GPT-4 model, can now provide fast, timely answers with links to relevant web sources. Users can manually choose to search or the chatbot will search the web based on the query. OpenAI has also partnered with news and data providers to offer up-to-date information in categories such as weather, stocks, sports, news, and maps. Initially, the search feature will be available to ChatGPT Plus and Teams subscribers.

Google’s AI Overview is flawed by design, and a new company blog post hints at why

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 1y ago

Google’s AI Overview is flawed by design, and a new company blog post hints at why

Google has responded to the recent issues with its AI Overview feature, which provides summarized answers to search queries, acknowledging the problems and outlining steps taken to improve the system. The AI Overview feature uses an AI model integrated with Google's web ranking systems to generate answers. However, it has been generating incorrect or potentially harmful responses. Google admitted that the feature is flawed, as it relies on Google's broken page-ranking algorithm to determine accurate information. Despite this, Google defended the feature and attributed some errors to users making nonsensical searches and circulating fake screenshots.

Apple might be building its own AI ‘answer engine’ | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 24d ago

Apple might be building its own AI ‘answer engine’ | TechCrunch

Apple is reportedly developing its own AI answer engine through a new team called Answers, Knowledge, and Information. This initiative aims to create a ChatGPT-like application that can respond to questions using web information. It could be a standalone app or enhance Siri, Safari, and other Apple products. Apple is seeking experts in search algorithms for this project. Current efforts to update Siri with AI have faced delays, potentially impacting Apple's relationship with Google due to antitrust issues.

Google adds AI chatbot to search results: here’s how it will affect you

YourStory

YourStory · 3m ago

Google adds AI chatbot to search results: here’s how it will affect you

Google is updating its Search engine with AI Overviews using the Gemini AI chatbot for quick answers at the top of search results. This feature provides AI-generated summaries for complex questions, supplementing traditional search links. Announced at Google I/O 2025, it aims to improve search efficiency. While some content creators worry about reduced site traffic, Google assures fair crediting. This feature has begun rolling out in the U.S., with global expansion expected by year’s end.

Google's new Web View search experiment organizes results with AI | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 1m ago

Google's new Web View search experiment organizes results with AI | TechCrunch

Google has introduced Web Guide, an AI-powered feature to organize search results by grouping related pages based on specific query aspects. Part of Search Labs experiments, it aims to improve search experiences for open-ended queries using Gemini technology. Users can opt in to try it, initially available on the Web tab of Google Search. The feature highlights various answer types related to a query, enhancing search accuracy and comprehensiveness.

Google tests real-time AI voice chats in Search

The Verge

The Verge · 2m ago

Google tests real-time AI voice chats in Search

Google is testing a real-time AI voice chat feature, Search Live, within AI Mode on its search platform. Available to Labs users in the U.S., it allows for interactive voice conversations with Google's AI chatbot using the Google app on Android and iOS. While camera support isn't currently available, it's expected soon. The feature aims to transform search experiences by providing immediate answers and relevant links during voice interactions, enriching user engagement with real-time AI capabilities.

Google brings AI answers in Search to new countries

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Google brings AI answers in Search to new countries

Google's parent company, Alphabet, has announced that it is expanding its AI-generated summaries for search queries to six new countries. This comes just two months after the feature was rolled back due to problems with accuracy. The AI Overviews feature, which provides summaries at the top of search results, was widely criticized for providing factually inaccurate information. Google has since made updates to the product, restricting the queries that display AI answers and curbing user-generated content from websites like Reddit. The feature is now being launched in Brazil, India, Indonesia, Japan, Mexico, and Britain, with hyperlinks to relevant websites also being added.

News publishers see Google’s AI search tool as a traffic-destroying nightmare

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

News publishers see Google’s AI search tool as a traffic-destroying nightmare

Publishers are growing increasingly concerned about Google's AI-powered search tool, fearing that it could significantly reduce their web traffic. The tool, called "Search Generative Experience," uses AI to provide full answers to search queries, eliminating the need for users to click on links to access publishers' sites. Google's integration of AI in search could have a detrimental impact on publishers who heavily rely on Google-generated traffic. While Google promises to prioritize sending traffic to publishers, estimates suggest a potential loss of 20-40% of Google-generated traffic for publishers.

Google is using AI to answer your health questions. Should you trust it?

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Google is using AI to answer your health questions. Should you trust it?

Google's new feature, AI Overviews, uses generative AI to produce conversational answers to search questions in a matter of seconds. However, experts have found inaccuracies and odd answers in various subjects, including health. The AI can provide inaccurate information and sometimes fabricate facts. It pulls information from various sources including reputable websites, but also from sources like Wikipedia, blog posts, Reddit, and e-commerce sites. The tool does not specify which facts come from which sources, potentially causing confusion. Experts urge caution when using the tool for health-related queries.

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