Wikipedia reports decline in traffic as AI Summaries replace clicks
Wikipedia's web traffic is declining as AI search summaries and short-form videos provide instant answers, bypassing the need to visit the full articles. This shift, driven by platforms like Google and TikTok, is eroding Wikipedia's visibility and threatening open knowledge ecosystems. The foundation is adapting by improving mobile experiences and seeking better attribution from search engines.
Wikipedia's web traffic is declining as AI search summaries and short-form videos provide instant answers, bypassing the need to visit the full articles. This shift, driven by platforms like Google and TikTok, is eroding Wikipedia's visibility and threatening open knowledge ecosystems. The foundation is adapting by improving mobile experiences and seeking better attribution from search engines.
