YouTube tests a conversational AI search experience

Google is testing an AI-driven search on YouTube called 'Ask YouTube' that delivers a conversation-like results page with longform videos, Shorts, and explanatory text. Access is currently limited to US YouTube Premium subscribers 18+; a Verge tester saw prompts and a full AI-style results page when using the feature. Results combine text summaries, videos, and curated Shorts, with follow-up prompts after the initial search. While promising, the tester noted a factual error (Steam Controller details), underscoring the need to verify AI-generated content. Google says it plans to expand access beyond Premium and continue iterating on AI Mode across products.