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Tired of Google Search? Here's how to set ChatGPT as your default search engine

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Livemint · 8m ago

Tired of Google Search? Here's how to set ChatGPT as your default search engine

OpenAI has launched its AI-powered web search functionality in ChatGPT, giving users an alternative to Google. Users can now set ChatGPT as their default search engine on Chromium-based browsers like Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave, and Opera. However, access to ChatGPT Search is currently limited to Plus and Team subscribers, with plans to make it available to free users in the future. ChatGPT Search is an improved version of the previously teased SearchGPT prototype.

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Google claims switching from its search engine is easy. It's not.

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Google claims switching from its search engine is easy. It's not.

In Google's defense against the Justice Department's antitrust trial, the company argues that changing one's default search engine is as easy as swapping out a box of cereal at a supermarket. However, experts and a practical test reveal that it's not as simple as Google claims. On an iPhone, it takes six taps to change the search engine. On a Mac, two clicks are required, but the process can be confusing. On Android, it's more complex and doesn't necessarily change the web browser's default search engine. The trial raises questions about how easy it is to switch away from Google as the default search engine on various devices.

Google’s antitrust loss set to reshape search and mobile industries

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Livemint · 12m ago

Google’s antitrust loss set to reshape search and mobile industries

Google's loss in an antitrust trial is likely to have wide-ranging repercussions for the tech industry. The ruling declared Google's deals to be the default search engine on browsers and mobile phones as illegal. Potential consequences for Google include a reduction in the number of search queries it handles, the end of paying to be the default search engine on devices and browsers, and the enforcement of a choice screen for users to select search engines. Microsoft's Bing could benefit if fewer people use Google, and Apple and Samsung face potential losses in revenue from Google. The rise of generative AI, particularly OpenAI's ChatGPT, could also pose a threat to traditional search engines like Google.

DuckDuckGo says market share constrained by rival Google's huge wallet

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

DuckDuckGo says market share constrained by rival Google's huge wallet

The CEO of DuckDuckGo testified that his company struggled to grow its market share due to Google paying billions of dollars to companies to keep its search engine as the default. DuckDuckGo's CEO believes these contracts hindered their ability to be the default search engine on devices made by large companies.

Microsoft negotiated with Apple to sell Bing search in 2020: Report

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Livemint · 1y ago

Microsoft negotiated with Apple to sell Bing search in 2020: Report

Microsoft reportedly explored a deal to sell its Bing search engine to Apple in 2020. The deal would have replaced Google with Bing as the default search engine on all Apple devices. However, the talks between the two tech giants never advanced. Apple's doubts about Bing's ability to compete with Google and the revenue generated by the existing Google deal may have contributed to Apple's decision. Google has been the default search engine on Apple devices since 2002, with Apple earning billions from the agreement.

Apple to rival Google with its own search engine ‘pegasus’?

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Livemint · 1y ago

Apple to rival Google with its own search engine ‘pegasus’?

Apple is reportedly working on its own search engine called "Pegasus" as it aims to reduce its reliance on Google and potentially gain a larger share of the search engine market. The team led by former Google executive John Giannandrea is focused on improving search capabilities for Apple apps. Apple currently earns around $8 billion annually from its deal with Google to make it the default search engine on its devices. This move could lead to increased competition between Apple and Google in the search engine space.

Microsoft executive says Google deals kept Bing small

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Microsoft executive says Google deals kept Bing small

A Microsoft executive, Jonathan Tinter, testified that Apple and other smartphone makers declined revenue-sharing agreements with Microsoft's Bing search engine, which would have challenged Google's default search engine position on their devices. The U.S. Justice Department's antitrust case against Google alleges that the company pays billions to ensure Google search remains the default. Tinter stated that Bing struggled to become the default search engine on smartphones in the U.S., leading to poorer quality search experiences. Despite offering significant revenue sharing, Bing could not secure default status on Android or Apple smartphones in the past decade.

Google Search is under attack. Why ChatGPT won’t overthrow it yet.

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Livemint · 21d ago

Google Search is under attack. Why ChatGPT won’t overthrow it yet.

Younger users are increasingly using AI chatbots like ChatGPT for information. However, Google Search remains the leading search engine, as indicated by a survey of 2,400 users covered by Citi Research. Analysts from Citi are not concerned about ChatGPT overtaking Google, reaffirming a positive outlook on Alphabet's stock. Despite the rise of AI chatbots, Google maintains its dominance in the search engine market.

Microsoft's Satya Nadella hits out at ‘dominant’ Google during US antitrust case

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Livemint · 1y ago

Microsoft's Satya Nadella hits out at ‘dominant’ Google during US antitrust case

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella testified in an antitrust trial against Google, alleging that Google's unfair tactics, such as default browser agreements on smartphones and computers, have led to its dominant position in the search engine market, hindering Microsoft's Bing. Nadella downplayed the impact of artificial intelligence or niche search engines on the market. The trial focuses on Google's alleged abuse of its search engine dominance. Nadella's testimony highlighted the limited choice users have in switching default web browsers on their devices.

US regulators seek to break up Google, forcing Chrome sale as part of monopoly punishment

Economic Times

Economic Times · 8m ago

US regulators seek to break up Google, forcing Chrome sale as part of monopoly punishment

US regulators are pushing for Google to be broken up to prevent the company from maintaining its monopoly in the search engine market. The proposal, filed by the US Department of Justice, suggests selling Google's Chrome web browser and imposing restrictions on Android to prevent it from favoring its own search engine. The recommended penalties also include banning Google from securing exclusive deals to be the default search engine on devices and requiring the company to license its search index data to rivals. The proposed breakup is seen as a severe punishment, but its implementation may face challenges.

Google foreshadows its final arguments in search monopoly trial

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Google foreshadows its final arguments in search monopoly trial

Google has filed its posttrial brief in a court battle against the US Department of Justice (DOJ) over its search distribution agreements. The DOJ alleges that Google used exclusionary contracts to impede competition from other search engines. In its brief, Google argued that it is the highest quality and most popular search engine in the US, and that partners overwhelmingly prefer it. The trial also revealed that Google pays billions of dollars to companies like Apple to maintain its default search engine position on their devices. Closing arguments for the case are expected in May.

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