Following back-to-back core updates, Google has unleashed another algorithm update. This time, the December 2024 spam update, which applies globally and will take a week to roll out. 

Um. Merry Christmas, SEOs? 

Speaking of the holidays, this is our last email newsletter of 2024. Our editorial team is taking a much-deserved break for the next two weeks. But don’t worry, we’ll be back in your inboxes every morning starting on Jan. 6.

On behalf of everyone at Search Engine Land and SMX, we wish you a happy holiday season and a fantastic New Year’s. Stay safe, and we’ll see you in 2025!

Danny Goodwin,
Editorial Director

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