Google’s AI Overviews killed 58 per cent of publisher clicks. Now it is adding a ‘Further Exploration’ section to bring some back.

The Next WebPublished May 6, 2026

Google's AI-generated Overviews feature reduced publisher website clicks by 58%. To counter this, Google is introducing a 'Further Exploration' section aimed at restoring some user engagement with original content.

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Google’s AI Overviews killed 58 per cent of publisher clicks. Now it is adding a ‘Further Exploration’ section to bring some back.

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