We knew this was coming. Probably the move that will begin the end of traditional search for all but the staunchest alternatives, & hyper-normalise 'AI' at scale.
With the exception of those few countries that cannot reach such services, it will make 'AI' endemic, & give these tech oligarchs profound control.
https://www.zdnet.com/article/google-ai-search-box-with-agents-more-upgrades/
One of those days where once again I have to recommit to keep up the fight, and not pivot to making longbows, growing artisanal potatoes, Or similar.
Julian Oliver
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