ask.comThe search engine and question-answer service formerly known as Ask Jeeves has shut down.
Ask Jeeves was first launched in 1996 and focused on answering conversational questions asked in natural language. A precursor to today’s AI-powered chatbots. However, for most of its 30-year history, it has been overshadowed by other search products, especially Google.
Holding Company IAC Ask Jeeves acquired In 2005, “Jeeves” was immediately dropped from the name, and was dropped by 2010. narrowed down your search product To refocus on the question and answer. That same year, IAC Chairman Barry Diller said in TechCrunch Disrupt ask.com was not competitive with Google and was IAC Stock Isn’t Worth It.
a message on ask.com The website currently reads, “As IAC continues to expand its focus, we have decided to close down our search business, which includes Ask.com. After 25 years of answering the world’s questions, Ask.com officially closes on May 1, 2026.”
Nonetheless, the website emphasizes, “The spirit of Jeeves lives on.”
