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Your hub for Latest AI market share trends, industry insights, and the latest articles and webinars.

Google remains dominant in Search overall, while ChatGPT is the clear AI Search leader but is losing share. In March, Claude saw significant growth and is close to catching up to Perplexity.

Total Search Dominance Index

Distribution of referral traffic from traditional and AI search platforms

The search landscape remains structurally unchanged, with Google controlling over 90% of activity. AI platforms collectively contribute a minimal share, reinforcing that adoption is still in its early stages.

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AI-Specific Search Index

Distribution of referral traffic from AI platforms

AI search competition is evolving, with ChatGPT still leading but losing share. The standout story this month is Claude, which nearly doubled its share and is now closing in on Perplexity — a remarkable acceleration that puts it firmly on the radar.

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Monthly Market Trends By AI Engine

Month-by-month shifts in AI-specific search referrals

ChatGPT continues to lead AI traffic, though its share is gradually declining. Gemini is steadily expanding its position, while Claude saw ~2× growth this month, signaling early shifts in competitive momentum.

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E-Commerce Category Presence in Google AI Overviews

Year-over-Year Growth: Nov 2024 → Nov 2025

Shows year-over-year growth in Google AI Overview presence across e-commerce categories from Nov 2024 to Nov 2025.

 

 

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Latest AI Search Events

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EMEA Webinar: Optimizing Your WebsiteContent for AI Search

Feb 10, 2026 Learn More 

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APAC Webinar: 2026 SEO Kickoff – Planning Your SEO Strategy for AI Search

Feb 19, 2026 Learn More 

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2026 SEO Kickoff: Planning Your SEO Strategy for AI Search
 

Jan 28, 2026 Learn More 

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