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Farewell, Jeeves: Ask.com shuts down

Ask.com, originally known as Ask Jeeves, has officially closed its doors after 25 years. Launched in 1996, it was a trailblazer in conversational search but couldn't keep up with Google's rise. Despite its closure, the spirit of Jeeves live...

TechCrunch· May 2, 2026 · 11:01 PM · 51 views

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Ask.com, originally known as Ask Jeeves, has officially closed its doors after 25 years. Launched in 1996, it was a trailblazer in conversational search but couldn't keep up with Google's rise. Despite its closure, the spirit of Jeeves lives on, prompting discussions about the future of niche search engines. #TechNews #SearchEngines #AskJeeves #InternetHistory #Google

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