Ads are showing up on Google's AI Mode now
2 days ago
- #AI
- #Advertising
- Google has started showing ads in its AI Mode, similar to its AI Overviews.
- Ads in AI Mode are based on user conversations, not just keyword matches.
- Initial tests show minimal ads, with one example being a local car dealership link.
- Google faces a challenge balancing ad revenue with user experience.
- Search results have been criticized for ad saturation and SEO filler, pushing users toward ad-free alternatives like ChatGPT.