Google rolled out an AI-powered update to Discover and previewed a new sports experience in mobile Search.
The Discover change shows short previews you can expand for more context, with links to continue exploring content on the web. Google says the feature is available now in the U.S., South Korea, and India.
On sports searches for players and teams, Google will introduce a “What’s new” button that opens a feed of trending updates and articles. Google says this will begin rolling out in the U.S. in the coming weeks.
What’s New In Discover
Google writes:
“We’ve rolled out an upgraded AI-powered feature in Discover that helps you stay up to date on trending topics you care about. It’ll show brief previews that you can expand to see more information, plus links to continue exploring content on the web.”
Google adds that testing shows it’s easier to catch up on stories “from a wide range of publishers and creators.”
Sports “What’s New” Button Coming To Search
For sports queries on mobile, Google says:
“Soon, when you look up players or teams on your phone, a ‘What’s new’ button will reveal a feed of trending updates and articles to help you catch up on the latest action.” Google notes the feature “will begin rolling out in the U.S. in the coming weeks.”
See also: How To Succeed In Google Discover
Why This Matters
If you publish sports or trending lifestyle content, these interfaces add discovery surfaces beyond traditional Search and standard Discover tiles.
Because Discover now shows AI previews, readers may scan summaries first, then tap through to articles that add depth or unique angles.
Looking Ahead
The AI Discover previews are live in three countries today. The sports “What’s new” feed is slated for a U.S. rollout in the coming weeks. Google hasn’t shared timing for other regions.
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