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Google’s AI Sales Assistant: What it means for SEO and how to prepare
Prepare for the future of ecommerce search with insights on Google's AI Sales Assistant and tips for creating a SERPs SEO strategy.
DOJ’s push to sell Google Chrome sparks industry debate over web’s future
Marketers and tech experts warn of unintended consequences while questioning Chrome's viability as standalone product.
Google outlines 2025 ads API roadmap
Google's 2025 Ads API roadmap outlines five planned updates, helping developers and advertisers strategically prepare for major and minor releases.
Google reshapes in-store shopping with AI-powered comparisons
Google’s shopping updates, including real-time price comparisons and local inventory searches, are poised to intensify retail competition.
How to leverage Google Analytics 4 and Google Ads for better audience targeting
Connect your Google Analytics 4 to Google Ads accounts to create dynamic audiences, set conditions and drive PPC success.
Google Business Profile’s AI-transcribed menu upload just got better
GBP now accepts multi-page PDF menus. Find out how this AI-powered update simplifies uploads, boosts accuracy and enhances restaurant SEO.
DOJ plans to push for Chrome sale after Google antitrust victory
The DOJ is preparing to force a sale of Google's Chrome, among other sweeping remedies, after winning its antitrust case.
Google site reputation abuse policy now includes first-party involvement or oversight of content
This policy is still enforced with manual actions but Google confirmed there are algorithms that detect similar issues.
Google Lens for in-store and local shopping
Now just point and shoot a photo and get prices, reviews, product details and more while looking at products in a retail store.
Google AI Overviews ads seen on mobile search
Google AI Overviews ads officially launched last month in the U.S., but we've seen few examples of them in the wild.
Google Search Console removing the Page Experience report
Google said, "We decided to remove this page to reduce unnecessary clutter within Search Console and simplify navigating to this information."
TikTok launches AI video generation tool for marketers
Symphony Creative Studio makes it easier for brands to create TikTok content. It turns product descriptions or URLs into video clips.
Google Analytics data delayed or missing for some
The data issues with GA4 began around November 13, 2024.
Meta aligns platforms with ‘Views’ as primary content metric
Meta's shift to views as the primary metric across its platforms offers advertisers a unified way to measure reach.
SEO reality check: 13 hard-hitting truths you need to hear
Insights into today’s SEO landscape, from the value of brand authority to the SERPs' evolution and why AI-powered search demands new skills.
Google Gemini app now available for iPhone users
Previously only available as a standalone app on Android, and available within the iOS Google app - now it is a standalone app for iOS users.
Google Maps adds products nearby for product searches
You can now search for products in Google Maps and see product results.
YouTube unveils new tools to help brands tap into creator content & Shorts ads
YouTube is rolling out new tools to help brands better leverage creator content and its fast-growing Shorts format to drive measurable business outcomes.
Data: Q5 (Dec. 25- Jan. 1) ads can pay off big for brands
Brands that maintain PPC ads during Q5 can capture valuable ad inventory at lower costs, as CPCs drop and impressions surge, study finds.
A guide to split testing in PPC
Learn what split testing is and how to do it, along with the elements you can test and tips to evaluate your experiment’s performance.
Google’s Local Guide program: Wins, woes and what’s next?
Is Google’s Local Guides program a rewarding community initiative or a flawed system? Explore its successes, failures and ethical dilemmas.
How Microsoft Ads compares to Google Ads and when to use it
Thinking of expanding to Microsoft Ads? Learn its key similarities and differences with Google Ads, plus tips for getting started.
Google boosts curation capabilities for Ad Agencies
Google's new curation tools help agencies streamline media buying and access premium inventory, improving efficiency and audience targeting.
The top 100 consumer products this holiday season, according to Google
Google's 2024 Holiday 100 list offers valuable insights for retailers to optimize inventory and ad strategies in a challenging season.
Google’s Privacy Sandbox faces continued competition concerns
The ongoing scrutiny of Google's Privacy Sandbox highlights potential regulatory changes that could impact competition and ad targeting.
Google tightens Customer Match rules, warns advertisers about privacy
Google is reinforcing stricter privacy rules for Customer Match, warning misuse could lead to immediate account suspension without warning.
Pricing vs. ad spend: Which drives more Amazon sales?
Learn how pricing and ad spend influence Amazon sales and gain insights into optimizing your own Amazon performance.
Google November 2024 core update rolling out now
Google today launched its next big search ranking update. The November 2024 core update will take about two weeks to roll out.
Data: PMax performance stable, but Search CPCs increasing
Google Ads' PMax campaigns had stable YoY ROAS and conversion rates despite rising CPCs and CPAs, Optmyzr study finds.
Google debuts Sale Event promotion type in Merchant Center
Google’s new Sale Event promotion type lets you easily promote broader sales and discounts across shopping placements.
Google integrates seller and product ratings in Shopping Ads
Google is displaying seller and product ratings in Shopping ads, allowing brands to showcase both store reliability and product quality.
Google Ads Editor 2.8 launches with AI image generation
Google Ads Editor 2.8 introduces AI-powered image generation, enhanced performance tools, and more but with no support for older versions.
Google to unpause political election ads Nov. 11
This update comes after Google had a temporary ban on US election based ads on Nov 5.
Google UI update – Demand Gen audience now seen as ‘signals’
Google redefined Demand Gen campaign audiences as signals instead of targeting parameters, reducing control over audience targeting.
Google sunsets Local Services Ads mobile app, shifts focus to web platform
Google will discontinue the Local Services Ads mobile app on January 6, making the web platform the only option for managing these campaigns.
Google’s srsltid= parameter: What it means for SEO and attribution
Is Google misattributing organic search traffic to Shopping? Learn why the new srsltid= parameter in organic listings has stirred controversy.
YouTube expands shorts monetization, adds new analytics features
YouTube’s new brand partnership and analytics features for Shorts help advertisers connect with creators and gain better performance insights.
TikTok ban faces uncertain future under Trump’s return
Trump’s shift on TikTok’s potential ban could impact the app’s future in the U.S., creating uncertainty for advertisers targeting its 170 million American users.
PPC keyword research: What you need to know
Here's how to select the right keywords, use match types effectively and refine your strategy for optimal ad performance.
Google rolls out brand customization for Performance Max campaigns
Google’s new brand guidelines settings for Performance Max campaigns allow advertisers to customize branding elements like logos and colors.