User Experience vs. Journalistic Value

The introduction of functionality by Google similar to that of perplexity and Arc Search, which prioritizes a better user experience over journalism, has raised concerns. While it enhances user experience by providing concise information, it devalues journalism and makes jobs precarious. This move may lead to a significant decline in journalistic positions and hinder the input necessary for the machine-driven systems. Despite potential impacts on the publishing industry, Google holds the power to control and adjust the impact of this change gradually. This shift signifies Google's dominance and control over the online landscape, posing challenges for publishers, although Google may not face the same magnitude of problems as anticipated by journalists.