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The Internet Archive has started preserving AI responses to questions, signaling a shift in the information economy from published content to queries. This change could dramatically alter demand in the information economy.
The Internet Archive, based in San Francisco, has begun archiving AI responses to questions about the world. This move indicates a potential shift in the information economy's center of gravity from published content to queries. Over the past 30 years, the archive has preserved over a trillion web snapshots. The new focus on AI responses suggests a significant change in how information is consumed and interacted with. As AI systems become more prevalent, the nature of demand in the information economy may be dramatically altered. The archive's actions signal a recognition of this emerging trend.
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