Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. Google Ads is testing a…
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Google To Begin Testing IP Protection Privacy Feature In Chrome
Source: Search Engine Land
Learn more about IP Protection for Google Chrome, when it will arrive, and potential implications for advertisers and users.
Google Bard Can Now Summarize More Emails
Source: Search Engine Land
Google’s Bard AI chatbot updated to summarize more emails and display images in shared chats.
Majority Of Social Media Users Admit They’d Be Happier If It Didn’t Exist
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Social media use driven by fear of missing out, not genuine interest, study of college students finds.
Google Ads New Dynamic Overview Carousel
Source: Google Search Central Blog
Google Ads is testing (or rolling out) a new overview design for the advertiser console. It lets you pick which metrics you want to show in that view, and you can then…
Google Knowledge Panel Cards ‘People Also Search For’ Data Overlays
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Google seems to have fully rolled out data overlays on top of the knowledge panel cards for both the main card and the sub-cards for the people also search for section. This…
Daily Search Forum Recap: October 23, 2023
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. Google said cumulative layout shift…
Vlog #246: Chris Long on E-Commerce SEO
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
In part one, we learned about Chris Long and his experience working with Bill Slawski. Then, in part two, we spoke about helping people with SEO on LinkedIn and using Facebook for…
Google: Cumulative Layout Shift Not The Reason For Sudden Ranking Drops
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Google’s John Mueller said that an issue with Cumulative Layout Shift scores would not be a reason why your website suddenly and significantly drops in the Google search results rankings. A Reddit…
Google Search Console Failed: Hostload Exceeded Error
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Since late last week, there has been a spike in Google Search Console’s URL Inspection Tool showing a
You can make YouTube Music your default service on the Apple HomePod
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Hey Siri, play Tom Jones on YouTube Music.
Daily Search Forum Recap: October 20, 2023
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. Google finished rolling out both…
X is launching two new tiers of Premium subscription
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Elon Musk announced that one option will be more expensive but will block all ads, while the cheaper alternative will still display ads.
Search News Buzz Video Recap: Google Heated Core Update Done, Spam Update Done, Twitter/X Blocks Bing, Paywalled Content, SEO, PPC, Ads & Local Search
Source: Search Engine Land
For the original iTunes version, click here.This week, we covered that the Google October 2023 core update is done rolling out; it was a super and incredibly heated core update. Google also…
New: Google Ads Certification Requires You To Record Yourself Taking The Test
Source: Search Engine Land
Google Ads has a certification program and has had one for a while. But Google is now requiring some, if not all, advertisers who take the certification exam to record themselves while…
Google Ads Verification Form Too Long For Advertisers?
Source: Search Engine Land
As you know, Google Ads has been requiring advertiser verification from more and more of its advertisers. Well, one advertiser posted on X saying it is too much, the length and number…
New Google Chrome Address Bar Features Enable Quicker Searches
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Google enhances the Chrome address bar with “smarter” autocomplete, typo correction, bookmark search, and interface updates
Google October 2023 spam update done rolling out
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
This spam update targeted several spam tactics and had a larger impact in some non-English languages.
DALL-E 3 Image Generator Now Accessible In ChatGPT Plus
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
OpenAI grants ChatGPT Plus and Enterprise subscribers access to the advanced AI image creation tool DALL-E 3.
Israel-Hamas war: how social media companies are handling the response
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Social platforms have begun cracking down on moderation.
Google AdSense launches related search for Auto Ads
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
The new feature, which is now available to all publishers, helps to improve advertisers’ targeting precision
Secrets Of A Viral Content Creator: Discoverability, Co-Branding, And More [Podcast]
Source: Search Engine Land
Wonder how some creators seem to create viral content all the time? We talked to Brian Kearney to learn how he does it.
The 19 Best Market Research Tools Of 2023
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Market research is a crucial component of any business strategy. Here are some of the best tools you can use in your market research efforts.
X Is Testing a $1 Paid Subscription To Reduce Spam
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
X (formerly Twitter) announced a $1/year subscription fee for new users in two countries as a way to block bots and spam
Google Meet adds skin smoothing and teeth whitening effects for video calls
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Digitally refresh your tired face instead of hiding your webcam.
The reality behind content marketing and AI
Source: Search Engine Land
In this webinar, discover the use cases and concerns for GenAI in content production.
Google bulks up Android’s malware defenses to combat new tricks, including AI
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Google is working hard to spot polymorphic malware.
Google is tweaking Chrome’s search bar to make it easier to navigate the web
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Google’s browser suddenly has a little less Google Search.
How To Calculate Your Total Addressable Market (TAM) For Powerful SaaS Go To Market Strategies
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Learn how to supercharge your SaaS Go To Market strategy & target more B2B prospects that are the perfect fit for your ICP.
WordPress Update Improves Page Speed With Smarter Script Loading
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
WordPress update adds deferred script loading for faster page speeds and site performance.
Bing Webmaster Tools Comprehensive Performance Insights Reports
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Microsoft Bing is now sending out new emails through Bing Webmaster Tools named
Google Business Profiles Adds Disabled-Owned & Indigenous-Owned Attributes
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Google has added two new attributes for businesses listed in Google Business Profiles. These attributes are identifies as disabled-owned and identifies as Indigenous-owned. You can access them by ed
Awaken dead content with AI and DAM
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
In this webinar, content experts share four ways AI can streamline your workflow.
Daily Search Forum Recap: October 17, 2023
Source: Search Engine Land
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. Google added new structured data…
Baidu’s Ernie 4.0 ‘rivals’ Chat GPT-4
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
The Chinese tech giant is planning to incorporate Ernie 4.0 into its search engine, which will change its SERPs.
Snapchat Content Goes Beyond The App With New Embed Capability
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Snapchat launches embed features for Lenses, Spotlight, Stories, and Profiles, allowing users to share content on websites for the first time.
Google Business Profiles adds disabled-owned attribute to listings
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Google also added new accessibility features to Google Maps.
Advanced ways to use competitive research in SEO
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Discover untapped SEO opportunities through unconventional competitive research. Use these tools and tactics to go beyond the basics.
How Ecobee is becoming the smart home company Nest should have been
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
A decade after both companies introduced the smart thermostat to the world, Ecobee is leapfrogging Nest in hardware and features.
Google Bard With Side By Side Drafts
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
A couple of weeks ago, Bard posted that for some questions, it might show you two drafts side-by-side. I have yet to see that in action, that is until now. Google wrote…
Google Recycled Materials Signage
Source: SEO - Practical Ecommerce
Here is a photo of a Google sign, signage made up of what looks like recycled materials including plastic bottles, wood and other materials. This was from the Google Amsterdam office. I…
How to Use SEO to Build Long-Term Brand Recognition and Visibility
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Boost your brand recognition and visibility with SEO. Discover how SEO tactics can enhance brand visibility, drive direct website traffic, and increase brand searches.
The best smartwatches for Android right now
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
There’s more than just the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Pixel Watch.
Microsoft’s New AI Bug Bounty Program Has Rewards Up To $15K
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Microsoft’s new AI bug bounty program offers rewards up to $15,000 for finding vulnerabilities in Bing’s AI features,
Daily Search Forum Recap: October 16, 2023
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. We are seeing big swings…
10 reasons to join us at SMX online this November
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Finish 2023 strong and head into the New Year primed for success. Attend SMX, online November 14-15, for free!
Does Google’s helpful content update penalize AI content?
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Create high-quality AI content that meets Google’s guidelines. Learn how to balance automation with a human touch for SEO success.
Top link-building insights heading into 2024
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Optimize your link-earning strategy for better rankings in the new year.
Search Engine Land Awards 2023: Complete finalists list
Source: Search Engine Land
We’re excited to announce the nominations for this year’s Search Engine Land Awards. Winners will be announced Oct. 23.
Jetpack WordPress Plugin Update Adds More AI
Source: Search Engine Roundtable
Jetpack WordPress plugin releases version 12.7 with a new AI feature a tiered newsletter paid subscription feature