Google Tests AI Contribution Payments for Publishers in Search Console

Google launched a limited AI Contribution pilot in Search Console, showing select publishers a monthly earnings panel for content used in Gemini, AI Overviews, and AI Mode. Payment formula, amounts, participation rules, and participant list are undisclosed; Google calls it an experiment, not a commercial program.

• Pilot covers Gemini, AI Overviews, and AI Mode
• AI Contribution panel shows monthly earnings in Search Console
• Google did not disclose payment formula, amounts, or participation rules
• Company calls project an experiment, not a final program