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Microsoft is upgrading native campaigns to enhanced CPC
The transition from manual bidding to enhanced CPC on the Microsoft Advertising Platform will start on April 30.
Microsoft expands Maximum Conversion Value to more campaign types
Previously exclusive to smart shopping campaigns, Maximum Conversion Value is now available for all shopping and search campaigns.
Microsoft unveils key Performance Max updates and Smart Shopping sunset timeline
The tech giant plans to offer advertisers the same features currently accessible within Google's PMax.
Microsoft serving ads for Bing in Google Chrome
Windows users are reporting seeing ads for Bing AI and the Bing search engine, but they're worried the ads might actually be malware.
Microsoft Advertising testing new interface similar to Google Ads
The platform is currently testing a new navigation layout that closely resembles the latest Google Ads UI.
Microsoft Ads expands Copilot to more advertisers
Copilot allows marketers to instantly generate assets for campaigns, such as images, headlines, and descriptions.
Microsoft unveils new tool to make cross-border advertising easier
Feed Labels will start rolling out in mid-March to simplify the process of running ads in multiple countries for retailers.
Craft winning paid search ads in 2024: 4 best practices
Stay ahead of the curve in paid search advertising. Learn how to create compelling ads that resonate with your audience and drive conversions.
Microsoft Advertising launches Performance Max campaigns globally
Microsoft will soon introduce brand exclusions, search insights reports, and video assets to enhance its PMax campaigns.
Microsoft Advertising Network campaigns expand to Facemoji
Brands can now connect with the mobile app's extensive audience in the U.S., the UK, Canada, and Australia.
Microsoft Copilot updates: New design, image editing tools and video highlights
The updates are now live and free to use in Copilot, which is compatible with Microsoft Edge, Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.
Microsoft Search and News Advertising revenue up 8%
This is the first time Microsoft has reported its quarterly earnings as a $3 trillion company and included revenue from Activision Blizzard.
How to make PPC work for SMBs
Learn PPC strategies to help SMBs compete with larger companies through smart targeting, bidding, and optimization for maximum ROI.
PPC outlook: How advertisers can stay ahead in 2024
Here are key changes to measurement, bidding, creative and more that PPC advertisers must make in 2024 to stay ahead of disruptions.
Paid media success in 2024: A handy checklist
These items will help you refresh your PPC outlook, run valuable tests, examine ad settings, and find impactful growth opportunities.
Microsoft rolls out new AI tool that generates instant banner ads
Retail Media Creative Studio generates banner ads in seconds using a product's URL, then uses AI algorithms for in-flight optimization.
Microsoft Ads unveils major changes to hotel and property ad management
Microsoft advises advertisers to take proactive steps now for a seamless transition to Lodging Campaigns in February.
Better PPC account health in 2024: How to avoid modern pitfalls and wasted spend
Discover the costliest PPC campaign mistakes from industry veteran Melissa Mackey and learn how to fix them for optimal results.
LinkedIn Ads in 2023: Trends, hits and gaps to be filled
LinkedIn seized 2023 with key platform upgrades for B2B advertisers including predictive audiences, revenue attribution reporting and more.
Using auction insights for better PPC competitor analysis
Learn to use Google and Microsoft auction insights for monitoring your competitive positioning in search results.
Microsoft updates email notification process for ad disapprovals
The tech giant has rolled out changes to give marketers quicker and more detailed information about ad disapprovals.
Microsoft and Baidu Global team up for enhanced ad placement capabilities
The partnership will launch early next year in the U.S, Canada, United Kingdom and Australia markets.
Microsoft’s Audience Network expansion: Higher CPCs, lower CTRs, no added value
With Microsoft Ads' multi-channel approach, this software company saw 26% of its budget spent on a 0.14% CTR and no added conversions.
How to improve PPC campaign performance: A checklist
Make 2024 your best year in PPC advertising. Use these 13 PPC features and elements to optimize your campaigns for peak performance.
Microsoft relaunches pubCenter, its Google AdSense alternative
The all new pubCenter pilot program, which is actually a 15-year-old Microsoft product, is now open but only to U.S. businesses.
Microsoft Search and News Advertising revenue up 10% in Q3
The tech giant has reported its strongest quarter in history thanks to its continued investment in generative AI.
Survey: Marketers reducing ad platform investments
Meta is experiencing the largest increase in expected investment, while Google will be flat, according to a Search Engine Land survey.
Microsoft Target CPA and Maximize Conversions move to general availability
Advertisers across all markets can now use the automated bid strategies to optimize campaigns for "maximum results with minimal effort".
6 Microsoft Audience Ads product updates
The latest product developments aim to help advertisers create more engaging campaigns that serve higher-value audiences.
Offline conversion tracking to boost lead gen strategies
Find out when and how to incorporate offline conversion tracking effectively and learn from lead gen success stories.
Microsoft blames Google for Apple rejecting offer to buy Bing
Microsoft boss Mikhail Parakhin claims that despite offering more money than Google, the company was still turned down by Apple.
Microsoft Advertising Network for retail launches in the US
The network has been designed to help start generating retail media revenue faster.
Microsoft unveils new AI tools as it looks to ‘transform search and advertising’
The tech giant said it was embarking on a new era of generative AI as it introduced its new ad products at the Surface and Copilot event.
Microsoft Advertising launches new video ad product
'You can get started in just a few clicks, there are no long onboarding processes, no set-up fees, and it's simple to optimise.'
Microsoft Audience Ads announces new AI bid strategies and market expansion
The tech giant is now serving ads to 187 countries around the world.
Microsoft Advertising Editor expands audiences to all markets
The platform has launched new audience types and introduced in-market audiences to markets in EMEA, APAC and LATM.
Microsoft gives unverified advertisers more time
The company will now just pause ads in a few scenarios until Advertiser Identity Verification is completed.
Microsoft Search and Advertising revenue up 3% amid ad spend drop
Despite signs of growth, Microsoft said figures were a bit behind expectations due to lower advertising spending.
3 ways PPC campaign management could soon change
From match type consolidation to blended campaigns and auto-applied recommendations, here's what's potentially in store for PPC marketers.
Microsoft Logo Extension rolls out globally in open beta
Displaying a brand's logo next to an ad can help its product to stand out from the competition, establish its identity and build trust.