Google's AI push and summaries have led to a decline in search traffic for major publications, with evidence showing significant dropoffs in visitors coming from links served by Google. The company has denied any damage to its search traffic, but the introduction of a "pick your own sources" solution may be seen as an admission that its results aren't meeting user needs. This approach could also reinforce users' existing viewpoints by allowing them to selectively choose their preferred sources, potentially limiting exposure to diverse perspectives.