Google Considers Paywall for AI-Powered Search to Offset Chatbot Threat
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Google is considering putting some AI-powered search features behind a paywall while keeping normal search free.
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This reflects Google's efforts to address the threat of AI chatbots reducing search ad revenue.
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The move would be the first time Google puts core search features behind a paywall.
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No final decisions made yet on which subscription tiers could include new AI search features.
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Google states it is not working on an ad-free search experience but will keep improving premium offerings.