Microsoftâs decision to disable Bing Search APIs on August 11 will significantly affect search engine startups and software developers who have relied on this cost-effective service for years. Originally an affordable alternative for companies seeking to provide search results, usage declined as Microsoft increased rates following the rise of ChatGPT. Microsoft suggests transitioning to Grounding with Bing Search, but developers find this new service lacking in flexibility. Meanwhile, the discontinuation aligns with a broader shift toward AI solutions, accompanied by layoffs of approximately 6,000 employees.
"Microsoft's decision to disable Bing Search APIs on August 11 marks the end of an essential service for search engine startups and developers."
"Many developers feel that the new Grounding with Bing Search solution cannot match the flexibility and comprehensiveness of the original APIs, leading to discontent in the startup community."
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