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Google's AI-generated search results promote scams and malware

Lifehacker — March 26, 2024, 01:00 AM UTC

Summary: Google's new Search Generative Experience (SGE) introduced AI-generated search results, but reports show it promoting scam and malware sites. Users searching for puppies for sale were directed to spammy sites with malware. Despite Google's efforts, issues persist with AI-generated responses. BleepingComputer's analysis highlights the risks of falling for scams. Google is likely working to address these concerns.

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Timeline:

  1. [4.1]
    Users frustrated with Google's Search Generative Experience (SGE) (Android Police)
    33d
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  2. [3.9]
    Google testing AI overviews for logged-in users in UK (Search Engine Land)
    36d
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  3. [4.8]
    Google's AI search tool faces accuracy issues, considers charging (Business Insider)
    36d
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  4. [6.5]
    Google's AI search tool SGE faces accuracy challenges (The Washington Post)
    39d

    ScoresSource
  5. [5.5]
    Google Search Generative Experience (SGE) impacts SEO strategies significantly (Search Engine Journal)
    43d

    ScoresSource
  6. [5.6]
    Google Search Generative Experience (SGE) impacts SEO strategies significantly (Search Engine Journal)
    44d

    ScoresSource
  7. [6.0]
    Google's AI-powered Search Generative Experience (SGE) raises security concerns (Tom's Guide)
    45d

    ScoresSource
  8. [4.9]
    Google testing AI summaries in US search results for all (Android Police)
    45d
    Source
  9. [4.7]
    Google introduces AI chatbot feature in Search, despite user reluctance (Ars Technica)
    45d
    Source
  10. [4.9]
    Google tests AI-enhanced search results for select US users (9to5Google)
    46d
    Source
  11. [6.3]
    Google integrates AI into search results for enhanced user experience (Tom's Guide)
    46d

    ScoresSource