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37% of consumers start searches with AI instead of Google: Study

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Danny Goodwin

01/07/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Danny Goodwin. Read the original article Traditional search frustrations are pushing users toward AI first, forcing brands to stay visible and credible in both places.

WhatsApp Rolls Out Group Chat Role Tags, Word Stickers

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/07/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of WhatsApp Introduces New Features to Enhance Group Chats WhatsApp is rolling out new group chat…

SEO/SEM Marketing Specialist ~ Arrow Security ~ $75,000 ~ In-office (USA) ~ Smithtown, NY, United States

Source: In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/07/26

Source: In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article Job Description ARROW SECURITY is one of the largest privately held security guard companies in the United States with a 97%…

TikTok’s Phasing Out its Custom Identity Option for Advertisers

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/07/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of TikTok’s Custom Identity Phase-Out for Advertisers TikTok is eliminating its Custom Identity ad option by…

Why OpenAI paused ChatGPT ads to fight Google’s Gemini

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Heather Brousell

01/07/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Heather Brousell. Read the original article OpenAI bets its future on a distraction-free experience, sacrificing ad revenue to stop Google’s ecosystem from winning the AI crown.

AI displacing traffic? Time to leverage your most undervalued channel.

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Campaign Monitor

01/07/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Campaign Monitor. Read the original article AI is reshaping search visibility. Learn how to reclaim reach by activating owned audiences and turning email into a scalable growth…

Daily Search Forum Recap: January 7, 2026

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/07/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Search Forums Recap: January 6th Updates and Industry Insights Google experienced a possible small update causing ranking…

Google Search Ranking Volatility January 6th & AdSense Earnings Dropping

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/07/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of January 2026 Google Search Ranking Fluctuations and Impact on AdSense Google’s unconfirmed update on January 6-7, 2026…

The 5 Big Trends that Will Dominate Marketing in 2026 – SparkToro

Source: SparkToro

By: Rand Fishkin

01/07/26

Source: SparkToro by Rand Fishkin. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Why Most End-of-Year Predictions Fail and What to Expect in 2026 End-of-year predictions often lack data-driven evidence and fail to…

Google Merchant Center Multi-Channel Products Update

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/07/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Google’s Multi-Channel Product Management Update Google is updating its multi-channel product system to unify inventory management for…

Microsoft Testing Larger Ask Copilot Button On Bing Home Page

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/07/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Microsoft Tests Larger “Ask Copilot” Button on Bing Homepage Microsoft is experimenting with a larger “Ask Copilot”…

SEO Daily News Recaps for Tuesday, January 6, 2026

01/07/26

SEO Daily News Recap for Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Organic SEO & Search News Google to allow Prediction Markets ads under strict rules – Google will allow ads for federally regulated prediction…

Google Is Personalizing Some AI Overviews & AI Mode Answers

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/07/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Google Confirms Limited Personalization in AI Experiences Google is testing personalized AI experiences like AI Overviews and…

Google Hiring Chief of Staff, Search Intelligence

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/07/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Google’s New Chief of Staff Role to Drive AI-Powered Search Innovation Google is recruiting a Chief of…

13 Top Technology Trends (2025)

Source: Unknown Source

01/07/26

Source: Unknown Source. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of The Future of Global IT: 13 Game-Changing Tech Trends in 2025 The IT market is booming, reaching nearly $9.6 trillion in 2025…

How To Find Startups To Invest In (And Identify Hidden Gems)

Source: Unknown Source

01/07/26

Source: Unknown Source. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of How to Find Promising Startups to Invest In Discovering high-potential startups requires more than just browsing directories; leveraging tools that analyze growth…

The Best Startup Directories To Research Startups

Source: Unknown Source

01/07/26

Source: Unknown Source. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Best Startup Directories for Investors, Founders, and Job Seekers Choosing the right startup directory depends on your goals, whether it’s researching growth…

Healthcare Technology: How It’s Being Used in 2025

Source: Unknown Source

01/07/26

Source: Unknown Source. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Disruptive Technologies Transforming Healthcare in 2024 The healthcare sector is rapidly evolving with **AI**, **extended reality (XR)**, and **remote patient monitoring (RPM)**…

37 New Startup Statistics for 2025

Source: Unknown Source

01/07/26

Source: Unknown Source. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of 37 Must-Know Startup Statistics for 2025 Startups face high risks, with 21% failing in their first year, yet successful ones become industry…

Top 20 Tech Podcasts Worth Listening To (2025)

Source: Unknown Source

01/07/26

Source: Unknown Source. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of 20 Must-Listen Tech Podcasts for Industry Enthusiasts Discover the top 20 tech podcasts offering insightful discussions ranging from AI innovations to cybersecurity…

Senior Content Marketing Manager ~ Wpromote ~ $78,000- $95,000 ~ In-office (USA) ~ Dallas, TX, United States

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/06/26

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article The Role We’re seeking a Senior Content Marketing Manager dedicated exclusively to a major U.S. travel brand, helping one of…

(Contract) Sr. Technical SEO Coordinator ~ Ads Up Marketing ~ 3,000 to 5,000k/m ~ Remote (US)

Source: Mid Level SEO Jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/06/26

Source: Mid Level SEO Jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article We represent a licensed substance use and mental health treatment program. We are launching a high-priority SEO/GEO/AEO sprint project…

Local SEO Coordinator ~ Argon Agency ~ $18-$25/hr. ~ In-office (USA) ~ Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/06/26

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article Benefits: Bonus based on performance Flexible schedule Free food & snacks Opportunity for advancement Training & development Wellness resources The…

Planning for 2026: The AR Shift

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/06/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Key Digital Marketing Trends to Watch in 2026 Augmented Reality (AR) is set to become…

Director of SEO & AI Search ~ Infidigit ~ $85k base + bonus ~ Hybrid Dallas, TX (US)

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/06/26

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article Director of SEO & AI Search – Go-To-Market & Revenue Location: United States (Remote / Hybrid; Dallas preferred) Experience: Senior…

Google to require separate product IDs for multi-channel items

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Anu Adegbola

01/06/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Anu Adegbola. Read the original article Google will require separate product IDs for online and in-store items from March forcing retailers to split multi-channel products that differ…

Google to allow Prediction Markets ads under strict rules

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Anu Adegbola

01/06/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Anu Adegbola. Read the original article Google will allow ads for federally regulated prediction markets in the U.S. starting January 21st, opening Google Ads to a previously…

B2B – SEO & Growth Content Manager ~ CookUnity ~ $75,000-$85,000 ~ In-office (USA) ~ New York, NY, United States

Source: In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/06/26

Source: In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article About CookUnity: Food has lost its soul to modern convenience. And with it, it has lost the power to nourish,…

xAI Raises an Additional $20 billion in Investment

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/06/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Elon Musk’s xAI Raises $20 Billion, Valued at $230 Billion Amidst Ambitious Expansion Plans xAI,…

Top Trending Topics (November 2025)

Source: Keyword Research - SEO Blog by Ahrefs

By: Si Quan Ong

01/06/26

Source: Keyword Research – SEO Blog by Ahrefs by Si Quan Ong. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Top Trending Keywords in the U.S. Over the Past Three Months The report…

Pinterest Announces New CTV Show

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/06/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Pinterest Launches “Bring My Pinterest to Life” TV Series on Roku Pinterest is debuting a…

Meta Announces New Display Glasses Functions at CES

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/06/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Meta’s New Display Glasses Features Unveiled at CES 2026 Meta’s Display glasses are gaining massive…

Meta Appoints Legal Expert with Tries to Trump to Key Role

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/06/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Meta Strengthens Ties with Trump Administration via Key Legal Appointment Meta has appointed C.J. Mahoney,…

Meta Appoints Legal Expert with Ties to Trump to Key Role

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/06/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Meta Strengthens Ties with Trump Administration Through Key Legal Appointment Meta has appointed C.J. Mahoney,…

A 5-step framework for year-end PPC reports that resonate with leadership

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Amy Hebdon

01/06/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Amy Hebdon. Read the original article Show leaders how PPC performed, why results changed, and what to do next, with the context and clarity they need for…

Best of Lenny’s Newsletter 2026

Source: Lenny's Newsletter

By: Lenny Rachitsky

01/06/26

Source: Lenny’s Newsletter by Lenny Rachitsky. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Lenny’s Year in Review: Top Posts, Goals, and Exciting Product Pass Updates Lenny reflects on a year of delivering…

TikTok Launches Regional Event Calendars for 2026

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/06/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of TikTok’s New Regional Marketing Calendars for 2026 Planning TikTok has launched regional marketing calendars highlighting…

How to use LinkedIn targeting in Microsoft Advertising

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Navah Hopkins

01/06/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Navah Hopkins. Read the original article Here’s how LinkedIn professional attributes support intent, automation, and creative decisions across Microsoft Advertising.

Daily Search Forum Recap: January 6, 2026

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/06/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Latest Developments in Search Engine Updates and AI Integration **Google** is actively enhancing its AI capabilities by…

Google Hiring AI Answers Quality Senior Software Engineer

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/06/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Google Seeks Senior Software Engineer to Enhance AI Answer Quality Google is recruiting a Senior Software Engineer…

Google Adds LLMs.txt To It’s Web Sites For Other Reasons

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/06/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Google’s Use of LLMs.txt Files Across Developer Sites Google recently added LLMs.txt files to multiple developer and…

Microsoft Bing Testing New Home Page Design Promoting Copilot

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/06/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Microsoft Bing Tests New AI-Powered Home Page Featuring Copilot Microsoft Bing is experimenting with a new homepage…

SEO Daily News Recaps for Monday, January 5, 2026

01/06/26

SEO Daily News Recap for Monday, January 5, 2026 Organic SEO & Search News Reddit Launches AI-Powered Max Campaigns: Reddit introduces AI-powered ‘Performance Max’ campaigns, offering advertisers more insights into AI targeting…

Google Removes Practice Problems Structured Data Help Documentation

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/06/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Google’s Removal of Practice Problem Structured Data Google has officially removed support for the practice problem structured…

Google Ads To Permit Ads For Prediction Markets

Source: Search Engine Roundtable

By: barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz)

01/06/26

Source: Search Engine Roundtable by barry@rustybrick.com (Barry Schwartz). Read the original article TL;DR Summary of Google Ads to Allow Prediction Market Ads in the US Starting 2026 Starting January 21, 2026, Google…

Google Ads upgrades Creator Partnerships with search and management tools

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Anu Adegbola

01/05/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Anu Adegbola. Read the original article Google Ads upgraded Creator Partnerships with new creator search and management tools, making it easier to manage YouTube creators at scale.

SEO & Digital Optimization Specialist ~ DF Supply ~ In-office (USA) ~ Twinsburg, OH, United States

Source: Entry Level SEO Jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/05/26

Source: Entry Level SEO Jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article Job Description DF Supply is a distributor of a wide range of products, including fencing, gate automation, access control…

SEO Technician ~ AutoGrowl ~ $50,000-$60,000 ~ In-office (USA) ~ Mason, OH, United States

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com

By: SEOJobs

01/05/26

Source: SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com by SEOJobs. Read the original article Who We Are: AutoGrowl is a next-gen automotive marketing engine built for the changing technology markets. We’re not your traditional…

2026 PPC trends to get ahead of now

Source: Search Engine Land

By: Anu Adegbola

01/05/26

Source: Search Engine Land by Anu Adegbola. Read the original article SMX Next PPC experts said thriving in 2026 means pairing rapid AI advancements with strong fundamentals and human oversight.

Best Practices for LinkedIn Thought Leader Ads [Infographic]

Source: Social Media Today - Latest News

By: Andrew Hutchinson

01/05/26

Source: Social Media Today – Latest News by Andrew Hutchinson. Read the original article TL;DR Summary of How to Enhance Your Social Media Strategy with LinkedIn Thought Leader Ads LinkedIn’s Thought Leader…

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