Microsoft Tries Another Ugly Trick to Attract Users, This Time for Copilot
Microsoft is attempting to lure users into its own services by exploiting Bing's search results page. If you search for AI chatbots in Bing, you may be presented with a misleading special box promoting Microsoft's Copilot AI assistant. This tactic aims to redirect users away from popular alternatives like ChatGPT and Gemini.
- The use of manipulative design tactics by Microsoft highlights the ongoing cat-and-mouse game between tech giants to influence user behavior and drive engagement.
- How will this practice impact the trust and credibility of Bing and other search engines, and what consequences might it have for consumers who are exposed to these deceptive practices?