Will OpenAI kill Google’s search monopoly?

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Keen to hear what everyone thinks about this question in today's PH newsletter. I tested ChatGPT Search & found it great for generalised topics where the general internet results are OK.

But when you test it on specialized topics, it doesn't give you any links back to sites with expertise on the subject.

I don't know about you, but if I want the answer (eg physical or mental health topics), I won't trust a robot making generalized statements from the World Wide Web with all its misinformation.

I want to find answers from trusted experts and publishers, as well as trained journalists who have researched and provided balanced views on the topic.

What does everyone else think?

suti harsih · Accepted Answer

As far as I'm concerned that AI takes information for all media sources, including Google.. 
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Henry Habib · Answer

Apparently not. According to a recent TechCrunch news/report, it seems to stumble in handling short keyword queries, proving impractical for day-to-day use.

Faisal Ishaque · Answer

I believe it is already doing that in some ways. I was talking to my friend about how OpenAI will impact the keyword search and google ranking. Now more and more people are searching on ChatGPT instead of Google which results in lesser searches and keyword capture by Google.

It will be interesting to see how the dynamics change over the course for Ranking and Ads.

Hudson Leo · Answer

OpenAI has the potential to challenge Google’s search monopoly by introducing advanced AI-driven models, like ChatGPT, that provide more conversational and personalized search experiences. With AI's ability to understand dish network billing problems context and deliver concise, relevant answers, it could reduce reliance on traditional search engines. However, Google’s vast infrastructure and market dominance will make any shift gradual, not immediate.

Will OpenAI kill Google’s search monopoly?

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