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AI is Quietly Taking Over Local SEO! No One’s Ready for This

Source: Sterling Sky Inc

By: Joy Hawkins

01/14/26

Source: Sterling Sky Inc by Joy Hawkins. Read the original article What if your business was disappearing from Google—and your rank tracker didn’t even notice?

Content Marketing Manager ~ Spoiler Alert ~ $100,000-$120,000 ~ Remote (USA)

Source: In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/14/26

Source: In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article About Spoiler Alert Spoiler Alert is a fast-growing Series A SaaS startup transforming how enterprise and mid-market CPG brands manage…

Google adds new data transmission controls to Ads consent stack

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Anu Adegbola

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Anu Adegbola. Read the original article Google’s new data transmission controls let advertisers fine-tune how ad and analytics data flows when user consent is limited.

Google tests faster account setup using pre-built campaigns

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Anu Adegbola

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Anu Adegbola. Read the original article Google Ads’ new campaign set-up flow aims to reduce onboarding friction by letting advertisers get live with a campaign almost immediately.

SEO Content Manager ~ Merchant Savvy ~ £35,000 – £42,000 ~ Hybrid / Reading Berkshire (GB)

Source: In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/14/26

Source: In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article Role Overview You will be responsible for planning and producing content that drives year-on-year revenue growth through organic search traffic….

Director of Search Innovation (SEO/AEO) ~ Zola ~ $160k-$180k ~ New York or Remote (US)

Source: Expert Level SEO Jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/14/26

Source: Expert Level SEO Jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article Hybrid NYC or Remote Zola is looking for a Director of SEO/AEO to lead our organic search strategy and execution, with…

Content Creator and Storyteller (Digital Marketing Specialist) ~ Arch Aerial LLC ~ In-office (USA) ~ Houston, TX, United States

Source: In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/14/26

Source: In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article Job Description Arch Aerial, a leading drone services company, is seeking a talented Content Creator and Storyteller (Digital Marketing Specialist)…

Google Trends adds Gemini to Explorer page

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Barry Schwartz

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Barry Schwartz. Read the original article Google Trends now uses “Gemini capabilities to automatically identify and compare relevant trends for your area of interest,” Google wrote.

Personal Intelligence with Gemini connect your searches, email, photos, and YouTube history

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Barry Schwartz

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Barry Schwartz. Read the original article This is also coming to Google Search in AI Mode soon, Google added.

Content Marketing Manager ~ Peak Support LLC ~ $105,000-$125,000 ~ Remote (USA)

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/14/26

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article Description: Peak Support, an outsourcing firm serving some of today’s most innovative companies, is seeking a content marketing manager to…

A quiet Google Ads setting could change your creative

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Anu Adegbola

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Anu Adegbola. Read the original article A little-known Google Ads setting can allow Google to add unapproved imagery to location-based ads, raising brand control concerns.

X Reviews Grok Code as Backlash Over Non-Consensual Images Continues

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/14/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of X Limits Grok AI Image Generation Amid Controversy Over Non-Consensual Content X has implemented new…

YouTube Adds More Promote Targeting Options, Image-to-Video AI

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/14/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of YouTube’s New Promote Update and AI-Powered Shorts Creation YouTube Promote now allows creators to target…

YouTube Adds More Protections for Teen Users

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/14/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of YouTube’s New Parental Controls to Manage Kids’ Screen Time YouTube has introduced enhanced parental controls…

Why 2026 is the year the SEO silo breaks and cross-channel execution starts

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Jen Cornwell

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Jen Cornwell. Read the original article AI search relies on consensus across owned, earned, and community sources. This framework shows how SEO can lead cross-functional execution.

Pinterest Highlights Trending Colors for 2026

Source: Unknown Source

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/14/26

Source: Unknown Source by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Pinterest’s 2026 Color Trends Report: The Top Hues to Drive Engagement Pinterest’s 2026 Palette highlights five vibrant colors—Cool Blue,…

Google Adds AI-Powered Comparisons to Google Trends

Source: Unknown Source

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/14/26

Source: Unknown Source by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Google Trends Update: Enhanced AI-Powered Comparative Search Insights Google has introduced an AI-driven suggestions feature in Google Trends to…

TikTok Shares 2026 Trend Predictions for Marketers

Source: Unknown Source

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/14/26

Source: Unknown Source by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of TikTok’s 2026 Trend Predictions for Marketers TikTok’s 2026 trend report highlights three core shifts driving user engagement: authenticity over…

Edits Gets IG Links, Weekly Ideas, and New Video Effects Features

Source: Unknown Source

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/14/26

Source: Unknown Source by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Instagram’s 2026 Edits App Update Enhances Video Editing and Cross-Linking Instagram’s Edits app update introduces internal linking to Reels…

Senior Content Marketing Specialist ~ Canopy ~ Remote (USA)

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/14/26

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article About Canopy Canopy is a fast-growing SaaS company in South Jordan, Utah building simple, efficient software for accounting firms. We…

10 keys to a successful PPC career in the AI age

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Laura Schiele

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Laura Schiele. Read the original article The best PPC marketers use AI with intention, skepticism, and context. Here’s what separates them from the rest.

How to optimize content for AI search engines: A step-by-step guide

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Tor.app

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Tor.app. Read the original article Learn how AI content optimization helps your website get cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Overviews.

Daily Search Forum Recap: January 14, 2026

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Daily Search Forums Recap: Google AdSense Drops, AI Shopping Updates & More The latest search forums update…

Google Prohibits Showing Different Prices In Search/AI Mode vs Website

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Google Addresses Concerns Over AI Checkout Pricing Practices Recent claims suggested that Google’s AI checkout might allow…

Google Says Linking Brand Websites Together At Reasonable Scale Is Fine

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Best Practices for Linking Sister Brand Websites According to Google Linking sister brand websites on a shared…

Google AdSense Earnings Dropping Again eCPM/RPM

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Sudden Google AdSense Earnings Drop: What Publishers Need to Know Multiple Google AdSense publishers are experiencing a…

SEO Daily News Recaps for Tuesday, January 13, 2026

01/14/26

SEO Daily News Recap for Tuesday, January 13, 2026 Organic SEO & Search News The Definitive Guide to TikTok SEO (2026) – Learn exactly how to optimize your content for TikTok search…

Google Ads Create An Account With Campaign For Faster Set Up

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Google Ads Introduces Faster Account Setup Using Existing Campaigns Google Ads has launched a new feature allowing…

Microsoft Advertising Guide To AEO & GEO

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/14/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Unlocking AI Search Success: Practical Strategies for AEO and GEO in Retail The Microsoft Advertising guide introduces…

Sr. SEO Strategist ~ Inflow ~ $75,000 – $90,000 ~ Remote (US)

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/14/26

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article NOTE: Based on Inflow’s business structure, only US candidates will be considered for this role. Overview The Sr. SEO Strategist’s…

7 Reddit Keyword Research Tools for 2026

Source: Unknown Source

01/14/26

Source: Unknown Source. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of How to Optimize Your SEO Strategy Using Reddit Data and Tools Reddit is a valuable platform for discovering authentic user conversations that…

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