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AI, Competition, and the Future of News
This chapter delves into the challenges faced by newspapers like The Guardian and The Observer amidst declining traffic due to shifts in search engine algorithms favoring AI-generated content. It discusses the implications of AI developments and the intense rivalry between tech giants in the artificial intelligence landscape, revealing how corporate interests have overshadowed original altruistic goals. The chapter highlights the transformation of the news industry, driven by changes in web browsing behavior and the rise of AI, encouraging a critical reflection on the future of information consumption and its consequences for society.