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Google tests more noticeable ad labels in search results
Google is testing a more noticeable ad format, using a taller gray background with labels like 'Sponsored' and 'Promoted results.'
Google adtech antitrust trial: Everything you need to know
The antitrust trial over allegedly monopolistic practices in the $200 billion digital advertising industry could lead to significant changes.
How to manage a paid media budget: Allocation, risk and scaling
Find out how to allocate your PPC budget, optimize spend across platforms and scale campaigns without compromising performance.
Meta to restrict data in Business Tools, impacting ad targeting
Meta's data restrictions aim to enhance privacy but may complicate ad targeting and potentially pause ads with highly targeted UTMs.
EU’s top court upholds $2.7 billion fine against Google
The record $2.7 billion fine against Google was for favoring its own price-comparison service in search results.
Google tightens verification for lawyers in Local Services Ads
Google's new ID verification requirement for lawyers using LSAs aims to combat fraud but may pose challenges for some businesses.
Google vs. DOJ: Why Google’s ‘hundreds of competitors’ claim doesn’t add up
Google is defending its ad tech dominance, but are their claims of market competition, low fees and benefits for businesses misleading?
How to do PPC competitor analysis
Monitor your PPC competitors, analyze their ad strategies and leverage insights to optimize your campaigns and post-click experiences.
Google is hiding search data from advertisers and profiting
Here’s how it affects your ad campaigns and what you can do to optimize performance despite limited visibility.
Scaling local advertising with automation in the new media landscape
How to improve performance and efficiency.
Google Ads to deprecate enhanced CPC for Search and Display Ads
Google Ads will begin phasing out enhanced CPC in October with the goal of transitioning all remaining campaigns to manual CPC by March 2025.
YouTube Studio adds new website visits goal for promotions
YouTube Studio now has a website visits goal in promotions, allowing creators to drive traffic to their websites directly from their videos.
The latest jobs in search marketing
Land your next job in SEO or PPC. These brands and agencies are hiring to fill open search marketing positions right now.
How to conduct audience research for paid search
Enhance your audience research strategy with insights into pre-build, mid-flight and post-campaign analysis for Google Ads.
Google Ads tightens rules on Gambling Certification recertification
Stricter recertification rules coming for Gambling and Games advertisers starting November 2024, with violations leading to immediate account suspension.
Google Ads won’t appear on parked domains for new accounts by default
Google Ads is automatically opting new accounts out of Parked Domains starting in October, enhancing ad relevance and budget efficiency.
Is it time to rethink your Google Ads strategy?
Reimagine your Google Ads with a focus on audience targeting. Learn how a strategic overhaul can optimize your ad performance and budget.
Google Ads Introduces New Masthead Format Requirements Page
Google's new consolidated Masthead format requirements page centralizes guidelines for masthead ads on YouTube and Google TV.
Google Ads to upgrade Video Action Campaigns to Demand Gen in 2025
In Q2 2025, Google Ads will upgrade VAC to Demand Gen, offering advertisers expanded reach, creative flexibility and enhanced targeting.
Does generative AI save time in PPC?
Unpack the benefits and limitations of using generative AI in PPC and how to leverage it to streamline your workflow.
Defying the cuts: Overcoming Google Ads budget constraints
Discover how to optimize your campaigns, reduce waste, and maximize ROI in challenging economic times.
Google Ads unveils advanced performance planner for YouTube campaigns
Google Ads introduces advanced Performance Planner plans, optimizing YouTube campaigns with tailored strategies for both Action and Awareness goals.
Google Ads rolls out new promotions feature for App campaigns
Google Ads is testing a new "Promotions" feature for App Campaigns, allowing advertisers to create event-driven promotions tailored for mobile users.
Microsoft Advertising shares 6 latest product updates
Microsoft Advertising shared updates related to Display Ads, Video Ads, CTV, PMax and bid strategy. Here's what's new.
ChatGPT for PPC: 17 strategic prompts you can use today
Learn how to use ChatGPT to level up your paid search efforts without sacrificing strategy, authenticity and creativity.
Google Analytics 4 introduces benchmarking data
You can now compare your performance across key metrics with industry peers, providing crucial context for strategic decision-making.
Peak PPC season is coming: 5 tests to run now
Learn essential testing methods to enhance your paid media campaign performance and outpace competitors in high-traffic seasons.
Google Ads adds product Categories tab
The new feature delivers category-level insights, offering actionable recommendations to optimize campaigns.
What 54 Google Ads experiments taught me about lead gen
Two years of experiments reveal key findings on the best-performing bid strategies, keyword match types, campaign settings and more.
6 steps to AI-driven budgeting and forecasting for digital marketing
Drive revenue growth and optimize your marketing spend using data-centric strategies and advanced AI models.
New Google tools to boost first-party data strategies
Google introduces Tag Diagnostics and an integrated Consent Management Platform setup, to enhance first-party data strategies.
Adtech antitrust trial judge blasts Google’s business practices
The Google antitrust trial's early proceedings have revealed scathing judicial criticism and potential evidence of misconduct.
Seasonal PPC: Your guide to boosting holiday ad performance
Everything you need to know about adjusting your PPC approach to seasonal shifts, from identifying trends to adjusting budgets and more.
Google removes Auction Insights from Looker Studio
This removal means you'll need to adjust your fields by September, as several competitive metrics are now only available in Google Ads.
Google introduces YouTube creator-based audience targeting
You can now create remarketing audiences based on specific YouTube creator videos, expanding targeting options beyond your own channel.
Google adds generative AI insights, shopping ad campaign goals
Google's new tools offer retailers real-time shopping trends, AI-powered insights and automated inventory syncing.
Reports: Perplexity ads to launch in Q4
A pitch deck reveals new details about Perplexity's advertising plans – including video ads and sponsoring related questions.
Amazon Ads: How to boost efficiency and reduce wasted spend
Improve your Amazon Ads ROI with tips on audience targeting, keyword strategy, campaign segmentation and continuous optimization.
Google SA360 now supports Microsoft automated bidding
Google's Search Ads 360 now offers Microsoft automated bidding integration, enabling advertisers to optimize campaigns.
Google tightens rules on Crypto Ads in Switzerland
Advertisers must comply with Google's updated cryptocurrency ad policies to maintain market access and avoid disruptions.