In this AI Agent & Copilot Minute, Mason Siefert details the impact of Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) on making AI assistants a trusted source.
Key Takeaways
- SEO evolution: Most people prefer having answers given directly rather than searching for them, which is reshaping how information is accessed. As a result, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is evolving toward AI-driven assistants and agents that deliver faster, more personalized responses than traditional web searches.
- AEO & GEO: Two approaches emerging from this shift are Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). AEO focuses on making content easier for AI engines to understand, while GEO aims to make that content the trusted source AI relies on when generating future responses.
- Looking ahead: To implement AEO and GEO, teams need well-structured data and content that directly answers questions. While this is already visible in digital commerce, other sectors like finance will soon see AI engines compare products and assess risk using trusted data sources and trust scores.
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