Google makes links more prominent inside AI search results

Google will display links more prominently inside AI Overviews and AI Mode, showing a pop-up with descriptions and images when users hover over sources. More descriptive link icons will also appear in AI responses on desktop and mobile. The changes come amid concerns that AI search results tank traffic to publishers and websites. Google says testing shows the new UI is "more engaging" and makes it easier to reach original web content.

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