Microsoft Shuts Down Bing Search API, Reshaping the Search Landscape

Microsoft's decision to shut down its Bing search API is sending ripples through the search engine ecosystem. For years, the affordable and convenient Bing API powered search engines like DuckDuckGo and Brave. However, the advent of ChatGPT and a tenfold price increase prompted many to build their own indexes. While Microsoft claims its new AI-powered system is superior, developers report reduced flexibility. This move could force Google to open its search data, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape.