How Generative AI Search Selects Citations in 2026: An Algorithmic Analysis
Large Language Models (LLMs) and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) engines do not rank websites using legacy PageRank alone. They prioritize consensus entity verification, structured semantic graphs, and high-density factual citations. Here is how enterprise brands secure definitive citation share inside ChatGPT Search, Perplexity AI, and Google AI Overviews.