How Google lost its AI lead in 7 months, and why 1B users hide a big problem
Crafty-Panda9214 · reddit · 2026-09-28
A long Reddit analysis argues Google lost its AI lead in roughly seven months, claiming the headline figure of 1B Gemini users masks a deeper problem with product stickiness and competitiveness as rivals overtook it in model quality and industry perception.
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