Greg O'Toole Unpacks AI Bots and Drupal in New Video Guide

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Greg O'Toole has released a video presentation titled AI Bots and Drupal, examining how AI crawlers, fetchers, and large-scale training bots interact with the open web. The session is structured into four segments: an overview of the evolving bot landscape, distinctions between beneficial and harmful bots, strategic insights for web governance, and emerging opportunities in content strategy.

The presentation outlines the role of AI bots in reshaping content discovery, protection, and digital experience. It addresses implications for developers, content creators, and organizations managing public-facing websites, especially those using open-source platforms like Drupal. Greg discusses the importance of visibility, responsible AI practices, and the impact of automation on SEO and site control.

The video aims to provide ongoing insight into how automated agents influence web ecosystems. Greg encourages feedback and shared experiences related to bot activity on websites to inform future updates on this topic.

Reference: AI Bots & Drupal by Greg O'Toole (9 October 2025)

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