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Reddit shares plunge as Google's AI search cuts traffic

Reddit shares fell sharply, reportedly the most ever, as Google's AI search reduces traffic to the site. Reddit is moving toward requiring login as a response to declining visitor numbers.

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Timeline · 3 reports

  1. 2026-10-30 16:52 · The Globe and Mail
    Reddit shares plunge the most ever as Google’s AI search squeezes traffic
  2. 2026-10-30 16:15 · Reuters AI
    Reddit shares plunge as Google's AI search squeezes traffic
  3. 2026-10-30 10:30 · The Next Web
    Reddit login to become the norm as Google’s AI search cuts traffic

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