AEO vs. Traditional SEO: What\’s the Difference and Why It Matters Now

Search engine optimization (SEO) has long been the backbone of digital visibility. For years, brands have focused on keywords, backlinks, and content structure to rank higher on Google’s search results. But as user behavior shifts and artificial intelligence redefines how search works, a new model is emerging: Answer Engine Optimization, or AEO. While AEO might sound like just another marketing acronym, it signals a meaningful change in how content gets discovered and consumed online.