With launch of AI Mode Google threatens to bleed news media dry
Two simple changes are needed urgently from Google to stop its AI features destroying journalism.
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David Buttle
David Buttle is founder of DJB Strategies, a consultancy working at the intersection of media and technology. Prior to founding his business, David was director of platform strategy and public affairs for the Financial Times. You can reach him on djb@djbstrategies.com.
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