Discover the evolving tension between Google’s dominance, AI search systems, and regulatory pressure in this Run Digital Radio episode. Quinn and Brian break down a recent circuit court-related antitrust discussion involving Google, including how regulators are examining whether parts of Google’s search index data should be shared to increase competition in the search market.

The conversation highlights a key industry insight: even as AI search tools and overviews continue to grow, internal documentation and leaked information suggest that traditional SEO ranking signals are still being used to train and refine Google’s AI systems. This reinforces the idea that SEO fundamentals remain deeply embedded in how modern search and AI-driven discovery actually work.

The episode also explores broader themes around competition, innovation, and transparency in search—along with how Google’s scale continues to make it difficult for competitors to meaningfully close the gap. While regulatory efforts may introduce more access to certain data points, the hosts emphasize that AI development is likely to reshape search faster than any court ruling.