What if your search engine could do more than just deliver answers? What if it could help you write, code, brainstorm, and create—transforming itself from a passive information provider into an active digital partner? This is the vision behind You.com, the AI-powered search and productivity engine founded by Richard Socher and Bryan McCann. Launched in 2020, You.com is not just a search engine; it’s a platform that merges AI with user-centered ethics, offering tools that enable people to browse, create, and connect in ways that traditional search engines never could.
Socher, the former Chief Scientist at Salesforce, explained the core purpose behind You.com. “We wanted a platform where people could interact with information in a meaningful way, without feeling bombarded by ads or
Empowering Users Not Advertisers—You.com’s Approach to AI-Powered Search
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