The AI tracker: From Google search insights to ‘PhD-Level’ agents

Google is set to launch an AI-driven search feature called ‘What People Suggest’, which collates online health conversations to enable users to compare their situation with others who are in similar situations. The generative AI tool categorises varied opinions into simple-to-grasp themes, enabling users to get insights with links for additional reading. It is available only on mobile search in the US at present. It also said that it has enhanced its AI Overviews to create summaries for health-related searches. However, a 2024 report by The Senior List revealed that more than 70% of AI Overviews for over 200 health-related searches were deemed risky by medical professionals.