Why embedding vector search is probably one of the least objectionable use of AI for search

I recently gave a 30-minute talk at the Librarian Futures Virtual Summit, and for the topic of "AI-powered search," I decided to play devil's advocate.

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Front Matter
Published
2025-08-03
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https://doi.org/10.59350/d22rx-srr93
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5
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Neural Networks and Applications
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Why embedding vector search is probably one of the least objectionable use of AI for search

Aaron Tay
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Neural Networks and Applications
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Why embedding vector search is probably one of the least objectionable use of AI for search

Aaron Tay
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Abstract

I recently gave a 30-minute talk at the Librarian Futures Virtual Summit, and for the topic of "AI-powered search," I decided to play devil's advocate.

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Neural Networks and Applications
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