News/Media Alliance calls Google's AI Mode 'theft'

Google's introduction of AI Mode in its I/O showcase has raised concerns among media organizations like the News/Media Alliance, which claims it integrates an AI chatbot into search results to keep users on Google's platform. The alliance argues that this move undermines publishers' reliance on links for revenue and compares it to theft, as they now have exclusive control over content without compensation. This isn't their first critique of Google's dominance in internet searches, highlighting a recurring struggle over media control. --- This summary captures the essence of the article with a clear introduction, key points, and context about previous issues.