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Gemini 4 Argon rolling out in Google AI Mode & Gemini
This is currently rolling out to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers globally.
Bing Webmaster Tools AI performance report new Topics Portfolio
This new report shows the "thematic shape of your site’s presence in AI Search," according to Microsoft.
Why gated content is the enemy of AI search
Gating your best content can cost you AI visibility. Here's what to keep accessible without sacrificing lead generation.
Your SEO recommendations have an expiry date
That SEO recommendation made sense months ago. Does it still? Here's what to check before committing time and resources to implementation.
Google Discover to become a proactive, hyper-personalized concierge experience
A new Google job opening hints that Google Discover may change from being a feed of content to a personal concierge.
The global consistency paradox: Building local E-E-A-T for AI search
Standardized websites can hide the expertise that makes your brand credible in each market. Here's how to identify and close those gaps.
Google Search Console reporting date selector is broken
The preset date filters do work but not the custom date range filter in the performance report.
Why ‘earned autonomy’ is the sweet spot for AI and customer loyalty in 2027
New SAP research shows 60% of consumers want shared control with AI. Here's why autonomy has to be earned, not assumed.
Microsoft-Decision-1 being experimented with in Copilot and Bing
Microsoft-Decision-1 is Microsoft's latest AI decision-scoring model and it already being used in production environments.
Impact of bad responses in Google Reviews
Received a bad Google review? How you reply matters! Find out how a poor response can negatively impact your business and how to respond effectively.
How to audit off-page AI search visibility and build a 90-day plan
Identify third-party pages AI engines rely on, uncover gaps in your brand mentions, and prioritize outreach, directory updates, and fixes.
AI search is helping people ask bigger questions. Is your brand ready?
As AI search becomes more personalized, understanding customer needs, motivations, and context is becoming essential to earning visibility.
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.
Your boss is nervous about AI, too
While we argue about AI tactics, your boss is wondering whether the company is about to miss the next big thing.
What Google AI Mode follow-up questions reveal about your content
Generic service pages give AI little to work with. Here's how to uncover the facts, insights, and expertise that set your local content apart.
The PPC marketer’s guide to Google’s Meridian
Traditional marketing mix models struggle with paid search. Google's Meridian uses geo-level data and search signals to address blind spots.
Google Search disclosed its UGC Fresh Data Program
The UGC Fresh Data Program is an initiative designed to help platforms display fresh, high quality, and authentic user-generated content (UGC) across various features on Search, Google said.
Do exact match domains have value in 2027?
Exact match domains aren't an SEO shortcut anymore. That doesn't mean a good domain has stopped being valuable.
Context engineering: How to prevent AI workflows from degrading
AI output can worsen even when your prompt stays the same. Learn what causes context rot and how to keep your workflows accurate and useful.
How to plan 2027 when traffic is down and AI won’t attribute
Traffic is down, attribution is broken, and the final budget meeting is in three weeks. Here's what to bring.
Agentic media buying needs malware guardrails: A PropellerAds view
As AI takes on more campaign decisions, traffic-quality and security signals need to become part of the optimization logic.
Google September 2026 spam update done rolling out
This update took almost 2 weeks to roll out and seemed pretty impactful.
57% of beauty consumers don’t start with Google Search
Google, social, and AI aren’t replacing one another. They play different roles in the same journey, with big implications for search strategy.
Breaking into SEO starts with creating your own opportunities
Your projects can build a portfolio, your publishing can build credibility, and your relationships can lead to jobs, clients, or partnerships.
Stop letting AI make your marketing decisions
AI can support marketing implementation, but experienced marketers must guide strategy, evaluate work and stay accountable for results.
Shopify SEO: The complete beginner’s guide
Learn how to rank your Shopify store in Google with this comprehensive Shopify SEO guide.
SEO-friendly website design and development
A thorough guide to making sure that your website design and development is 100% SEO-friendly.
Search engine positioning
What is search engine positioning? And why is it important? Learn everything you need to know right here.
Does your website need an llms.txt file? + How to create one
The jury's out on whether llms.txt help AI models understand your content, but there are reasons you may still want to use it. Let's dive in.
Google shares preferred source follower data via email
Google is also asking if you want these reports in Search Console via a survery.
SMX Advanced San Diego 2027 speaker pitches are now open
Want to be on stage in March? Now is your chance to pitch advanced, actionable sessions on SEO/GEO, AI-driven search, PPC, and more.
35 common SEO interview questions (And how to answer them)
Ace your SEO job interview with our guide featuring 35 top questions and helpful answers provided by expert SEOs.
How product thinking can make you a better SEO
Product thinking forces you to ask better questions about SEO: What problem are we solving, how should it be built, and did it actually work?
Google warns against using fake author information on your content
Google wrote in its documentation to "avoid using deceptive authorship information."
Reddit for organic and AI search: 7 ways to build visibility
From finding the right communities to warming accounts, see how Reddit can influence search visibility and B2B buying decisions.
Google Search Console performance report filter allows selection of multiple countries
Google now lets you select multiple countries at the same time when filtering the performance report within Google Search Console.
Subdomain vs subdirectory: Which is better for SEO?
Should you use a subdomain or subdirectory? Learn how each impacts SEO and get expert-backed guidance to choose the best structure for your site.
Commercial intent keywords: What they are and how to rank
Learn how to find buyer intent keywords and evaluate commercial intent for a set of keywords.
Content strategy template [Free download + tips]
Guided content strategy template to help you create a long-term plan for your content marketing. 100% free, no opt-in required.
How to write SEO-friendly meta descriptions
Learn how to write meta descriptions that are SEO-friendly. And lead to more organic clicks.