"On desktop, groups of source links now sit next to specific parts of AI responses as small link icons or clusters. When users hover over these icons, a pop-up displays several links. Each link includes the site name, its favicon or logo, a brief description, and often a thumbnail image. This design lets people see what each source is about at a glance and then jump straight to the website from the pop‑up."
"Publishers are watching these changes closely because AI Overviews and AI Mode now appear at the top of most search results, making it easier for users to avoid clicking traditional web links. While Google claims AI Overviews don't hurt web traffic, independent studies show otherwise. It could also help users find more accurate information: AI Overviews have recently been under scrutiny for citing YouTube over medical sites for health-related queries and for providing misleading, potentially harmful medical advice."
Google updated AI Overviews and AI Mode in Search so links in AI answers stand out more and can open in a new tab. On desktop, groups of source links appear next to specific parts of AI responses as small link icons or clusters that reveal a pop-up of several links on hover. Each link shows the site name, favicon or logo, brief description, and often a thumbnail image, enabling quick assessment and direct navigation. Users can ask follow-up questions to AI Overviews to start a conversation with AI Mode instead of visiting pages. Publishers are concerned because AI Overviews and AI Mode now appear atop most search results, which independent studies say can reduce web traffic. The changes aim to help websites regain traffic and to steer users toward more accurate information after scrutiny over reliance on YouTube and misleading medical advice.
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