# Google expands AI Search ads globally as core ad growth slows

> **Publication**: aitalky (Independent AI Journalism)
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> **Original Source**: [TechCrunch AI](https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/28/google-expands-ai-search-ads-globally-as-core-ad-growth-slows/)
> **Author**: Lauren Forristal (undefined)
> **Published Date**: Wednesday, October 28, 2026
> **Category**: INDUSTRY
> **Tags**: AI, TechCrunch AI, industry

## Executive Summary
The announcement came alongside parent company Alphabet's third-quarter earnings report, which saw revenue grow 25% year over year to $127.6 billion



## Full Coverage
Google is bringing ads in its AI-powered Search experiences to international markets, betting that generative AI can open up new revenue opportunities even as growth in its core search advertising business slows

The announcement came Wednesday during Alphabet's third-quarter earnings call, as the company reported $127.6 billion in revenue, up 25% year over year. But Search advertising growth continued to decelerate, and Alphabet shares fell 8% following the results

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