"Adapt or die? " The Next Step With Search Engines

Whats The Next Step With Search Engines -> High Rankings Search Engine Optimization Forum:
>:Remember the old adage that has always applied to SEO's? Adapt or die? It's been too long since this applied to Search Engines because there was no competition with deep enough pockets to rival Google and it's wonderful algorithm. Most new kids on the block which had promise were bought out before they could become a threat...The phrase applies once again to the Search Engines.