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Google says AI search earns less than regular search; stock falls

The Decoder Google's AI search problem finally shows up in the earnings report, some investors believe

Google shares fell as much as 10% after earnings showed search revenue up 12%, slower than expected, and the company acknowledged its AI Mode earns less than traditional search.

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The way Google pays for search is shifting, which could mean more ads in the AI answers you see.