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Google: Video must be main content to appear as thumbnail
When a video isn't the main content, Google won't show it as a thumbnail. Google's testing showed a "minimal impact" on publishers.
A Google Ads script that uses GPT to write RSAs
This script can help you leverage GPT's API to use the maximum number of RSA assets and, in turn, boost your paid search campaigns.
Google Ads API is removing ad group and keyword forecasts
Though set to depreciate in June, Google recommends updating your applications as soon as possible.
Google Ads tests new verification badge
Google is continuing to test badges for advertisers that have been verified by Google Ads. Here's what the latest badge looks like.
How to build an E-E-A-T strategy for local SEO
Develop a holistic strategy that emphasizes the quality of your organization's digital presence with this local SEO guide to E-E-A-T.
How to think about brand exclusions for Performance Max
Thinking of excluding branded queries from your Performance Max campaigns? Here's when brand exclusions make sense and when they don't.
A tale of two recoveries
A look at two very different paths taken to recover from a Google algorithm update.
Google Bard adds more search topics to “Google it” button
Google also now has a release notes document to track updates to Bard.
Google CEO: Search will evolve substantively in next 10 years
Sundar Pichai discusses the future of link-based search, Google Bard, and the commercial potential of large language models and LLM search.
21 best ChatGPT alternatives
While OpenAI seems to lead the generative AI race, it's worth looking into these 21 alternative tools giving ChatGPT a run for its money.
How SEOs can embrace AI-powered search
Here's a look at Google's history with AI, how recent developments impact the industry and what SEOs can do to keep up with changing times.
Google search quality raters shift focus to chatbot response rating
Some contractors were given as little as 60 seconds to review the quality of the answers Google's chatbot provided to prompts.
Conversational AI ‘absolutely’ coming to Google Search, says CEO Sundar Pichai
Chatbots don't pose a threat to Google’s search business – they offer an even bigger 'opportunity space,' according to Pichai.
Google to sunset 4 attribution models in Ads and Analytics
First-click, linear, time decay, and position-based attribution models will all be deprecated later this year.
Entity SEO: The definitive guide
Here's everything you need to know about entities – what they are, why they matter in SEO, and how to use entities to rank content.
Quality score in paid search: Vanity or valuable?
While quality score is not the be-all and end-all of PPC, search marketers can still use it for optimizing campaigns. Here's how.
New Bing attracts new Edge users – who then use Google Search
Microsoft Edge users increased thanks to the new Bing Chat. The result: more Google searches from Edge. Irony can be pretty ironic sometimes.
Google Analytics 4 now lets you modify and create events using regular expressions
This allows you to migrate destination and event goals using regex.
UK publishers sue Google for $4.2 billion in lost ad revenue
Lawsuit alleges Google gave preferential treatment to its own ad tech products, which resulted in reduced display ad revenues for publishers.
Google updates Bard to improve math, logic responses
Google said Bard can better understand and respond to prompts for multi-step word and math problems. Coding is coming soon.
Google Maps can detect fake phone numbers in photos and remove them
Google also shared some states on how it fought fake reviews and content in local search.
Event tracking in Google Analytics 4: What marketers need to know
An overview of events you can track by default and how to set up custom events in GA4, along with suggested use cases for each.
How to master Google News optimization to boost content visibility and traffic
Google News-driven results send over 24 billion clicks per month to publishers. Here's how to claim your share.
Unlike the never-ending ‘year of mobile,’ AI-powered search really is the next big thing
It's only natural to wonder whether all the recent hubbub about AI-powered search is much ado about nothing – or if it is the next big thing.
How the March 2023 Google core update compared to previous core updates
We asked some of the Google tracking data providers for data on the latest Google algorithm update.
Google 2022 Ads Safety Report reveals more than 6.7 million ad accounts suspended
The new Ad Transparency Center will allow users to access information about Google ads in Search, YouTube, and Display.
Google delays enforcement of Government documents and official services policy
The policy rollout was initially intended to begin on March 31, but now Google will begin enforcing the policy changes May 24.
Google March 2023 broad core update done rolling out
This March 2023 core update took 13 days to roll out. This was a fairly impactful update compared to previous core updates.
How to survive a Google core update and come out on top
Learn four tips to improve your website so it won't just survive a Google core update – but maybe even thrive.
4 new rules for PPC ad creative
Aside from audience targeting and bid optimization, here's how advertisers can leverage machine learning to enhance the creative process.
Core Web Vitals report within Google Search Console updated
You may see a change in the number of URLs reported in the Core Web Vitals report in Google Search Console
Google Ads Editor version 2.3 is out with 12 new features
The new features can help advertisers save time, make more informed decisions, and improve the performance of Google Ads campaigns.
Google Ads testing verification badges
We were unable to replicate the badge, and requests for comment from Google have not been answered yet.
Google Search Console breaks out Merchant listings and Product snippets appearances
This is an update to previously launched reports from last September.
The new Bing making (small) gains on Google Search
Page visits on Bing have risen 15.8% and Bing is becoming a more significant referral source for some publishers.
3 new Google Discovery ads features
Some brands are recording a 94% increase in sales from prospecting customers, with a 28% year-on-year increase in return on ad spend, Google says.
Countdown to GA4: 100 days to make the switch
Like it or not, the countdown to GA4 is winding down. Here's what you need to know.
Google Analytics has increased the number of allowed properties
Requests for more than 400 properties will be reviewed case-by-case and subject to close scrutiny before approval.
Google Bard is here and disappointing vs. Bing Chat and ChatGPT
Google has finally launched Bard. Here's a first look at indexing speeds, inconsistencies and search intent on Google's AI chatbot.
Google explains why Bard rarely lists citations and links to content creators
Google said it will link to citations when Bard directly quote at length from a webpage.