How AEO vs GEO reshapes AI-driven brand discovery in 2026
AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication
Users who encounter AI-generated summaries click on traditional results just 8% of the time, compared to 15% without summaries. With AI search matters, brands must structure content for two distinct approaches: Answer Engine Optimisation and Generative Engine Optimisation. AEO focuses on direct answers, while GEO involves making brands trusted sources for AI platforms, with 90% of sources coming from outside a brand's website, making citation crucial for brand discovery.