Though in terms of gains, only 35% of marketers say that they’ve seen significant productivity gains from these tools, with most saying that the latest AI options have provided moderate benefits.

The shift is driven by the fundamental change in how users interact with Google (via AI Overviews, AI Mode, YouTube, etc.) and a desire for more holistic, growth-focused advertising.

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