Answer Engines have built trust by providing organic responses driven by what is objectively useful, not influenced by advertising. With OpenAI already testing ads in the U.S., Chris will explore who this is impacting user trust in AI-Driven Discovery and, critically, what can we do to continue to build visibility, positive sentiment and trust with our audiences through these platforms.
From Answers to Ads: Protecting User Trust in AI‑Driven Discovery
Brighton, Spring 2026
