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AI tools are replacing search engines for consumer shopping decisions

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Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot are increasingly becoming the primary starting point for consumer purchasing decisions, challenging the long-standing dominance of search engines. A significant portion of U.S. adults, particularly Millennials, are actively using these AI tools for tasks such as internet searching, research, and price comparison. While AI is compressing the traditional consumer journey by offering curated answers and recommendations, consumers still prioritize trust in finding deals and comparing prices, with a notable percentage expressing distrust in AI for shopping assistance. AI

IMPACT AI is reshaping consumer discovery and purchasing, compressing traditional shopping journeys and influencing brand interactions.

RANK_REASON Article discusses the evolving role of AI in consumer behavior and shopping, based on survey data, rather than announcing a new AI product or research.

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AI tools are replacing search engines for consumer shopping decisions

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Gary Drenik, Contributor ·

    AI Is The New Search Bar, But Finding The Best Deal Takes More

    For more than two decades, search engines have been the starting point for consumer decision-making. Today, artificial intelligence is beginning to challenge that role.

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