In this episode of Upside, Ali & Zamir dive into one of the biggest shake-ups in digital marketing history: Google’s default switch to AI search results in the UK. With organic clicks already down by more than 50%, brands that have long relied on SEO are suddenly facing a new reality—and the guys break down what this means for e-commerce sellers right now.

What’s Covered in This Episode

For over 20 years, organic Google rankings have been the backbone of e-commerce growth. But with AI-generated answers now appearing at the top of search, users no longer need to click through multiple links to find what they’re looking for. Research shows that only 1 in 100 AI results even gets clicked, leaving traditional SEO strategies in serious jeopardy.

Ali & Zamir explain why this matters so much for D2C businesses, how it impacts the delicate balance between SEO and paid ads, and why the future of traffic is shifting to marketplaces, Meta, TikTok, and AI-driven recommendations. They also share practical strategies for optimizing content so your brand can still show up in the age of “AI gods.”

Key Takeaways

• Organic traffic collapse: Google’s AI switch has already caused a 50% drop in organic clicks in the UK.
• SEO isn’t dead, but it’s different: Brands must adapt descriptions, blogs, and content to be recognized as authorities by AI crawlers.
• Marketplaces are safer bets: Amazon, eBay, and others may benefit as customers seek reliable fulfillment and trust.
• Meta & TikTok ads are rising: Eye-time is shifting, and so must your ad spend.
• Optimize for AI: From ChatGPT to Google’s Gemini and beyond, sellers need to craft content that answers customer questions directly.
• Diversify traffic sources: Don’t worship just one “god”—spread your bets across multiple platforms.

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