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 in this complete guide.
9 Experts Explain How Digital PR Can Improve Your SEO and GEO in 2026 – Insights from nine experts on leveraging digital PR to enhance your reach, search ranking, and GEO results.
What 107,000 pages reveal about Core Web Vitals and AI search – Analysis on the impact of Core Web Vitals on AI visibility and engagement.
Paid Search & Platform Innovations
Microsoft Advertising Allows Up To 50 Search Themes In PMax Campaigns – Microsoft Advertising expands search themes for Performance Max campaigns.
Google Shopping Promotions Now Support Subscription Fees & Abbreviations – Google Shopping updates its promotions policy to include subscriptions and abbreviations.
Apple Intelligence & Siri Officially To Be Powered By Google Gemini – Apple and Google collaborate to power Apple Intelligence and Siri with Google’s Gemini models.
General Digital Marketing
LinkedIn Articles Are Getting More Citations in AI Responses – LinkedIn emerges as a key platform for mentions in AI responses.
Instagram Rolls Out Algorithm Control Option to All English-Speaking Users – Users can now customize their Instagram feed preferences for Reels.
How to choose a link building agency in the AI SEO era – Guidance on selecting a link building agency for AI visibility and ethical practices.
Dive into our detailed sections for more insights and updates.
Organic SEO & Search News
SEO Daily News and Algorithm Updates
Instagram Rolls Out Algorithm Control Option to All English-Speaking Users
Now you can tell Instagram what you want to see more of in your Reels feed.
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Social Media Today – Latest News
Daily Search Forum Recap: January 13, 2026
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.
Apple and Google reached a deal to have Gemini power Apple Intelligence and Siri. We are also seeing signs of Google search ranking volatility over the past couple of days. Microsoft Advertising allows up to 50 search themes in PMax campaigns. Google Shopping promotions now support subscriptions and abbreviations. Google hotel knowledge panels posting is currently turned off in the desktop search interface…
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Search Engine Roundtable
Google Hotel Knowledge Panels Posting Is Currently Turned Off Bug
Google seems to have a bug that prevents searchers from leaving hotel reviews directly in the Google Search desktop interface. It works fine within Google Maps and Hotel search interfaces but not in the web search interface.
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Search Engine Roundtable
Google Search Ranking Volatility Around January 12
I am seeing signs of a possible Google search ranking update or volatility around January 12, 2026. This is weird in that most of the tools, not all, are mostly calm, but the chatter has picked up and many SEOs are noticing ranking fluctuations.
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Search Engine Roundtable
Technical SEO
What 107,000 pages reveal about Core Web Vitals and AI search
Core Web Vitals don’t boost AI visibility — except when performance fails badly enough to hurt trust and engagement, this analysis shows.
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Search Engine Land
SEO Tools and Data Analysis
The Definitive Guide to TikTok SEO (2026)
Learn exactly how to optimize your content for TikTok search in this complete guide.
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Unknown Source
Creator Economy Market Size (2025-2030)
The latest creator economy market data including projected valuations, growth drivers, and regional differences.
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Unknown Source
9 Experts Explain How Digital PR Can Improve Your SEO and GEO in 2026
We talked to nine experts about what you need to do for digital PR success in 2026 — use their tips to improve your reach, search ranking, and GEO results this year.
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Unknown Source
Tools for Fast Search Query Analysis
Queries are becoming longer, more diverse, and less predictable, fueling the need for extended research and analysis.
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SEO – Practical Ecommerce
AI and Machine Learning in SEO
LinkedIn Articles Are Getting More Citations in AI Responses
If you’re looking to get more mentions in AI responses, LinkedIn should be on your radar.
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Social Media Today – Latest News
Google Launches Improved Veo AI Video Generation Tools
Some handy additions, including the capacity to generate vertical videos.
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Social Media Today – Latest News
How brands can respond to misleading Google AI Overviews
AI-driven search can turn forum opinions into ‘facts.’ Here’s your emerging ORM playbook for monitoring, response, and AI visibility
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Search Engine Land
Apple Intelligence & Siri Officially To Be Powered By Google Gemini
It is now official, Google confirmed it has entered "into a multi-year collaboration" with Apple to power Apple Intelligence features and Siri with Google’s Gemini models and cloud technology.
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Search Engine Roundtable
How to choose a link building agency in the AI SEO era
Traditional link building is changing. Here’s how to vet a link building agency for AI visibility, ethical practices, and long-term staying power in 2026.
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Search Engine Land
Career Development and Industry Trends
LinkedIn Chief Announces New Book on AI Job Search Impacts
The book will explore how AI is changing the professional landscape.
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Social Media Today – Latest News
E-commerce and Affiliate SEO
What UCP Means for Ecommerce SEO: Preparing for Agentic Commerce – International SEO Consultant, Author & Speaker | Aleyda Solis
UCP changes ecommerce SEO by expanding its scope. Here’s an initial view of what UCP means for ecommerce SEO, based on what has been disclosed in the announcement.
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SEO Blog by Aleyda
Google Shopping Promotions Now Support Subscription Fees & Abbreviations
Google Shopping is updating its promotions policy to now allow for promotions on subscription fees and abbreviations. This was updated as of this month, January 2026.
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Search Engine Roundtable
Paid Search & Platform Innovations
Paid Search and Advertising
X Provides Tips on How to Maximize Your Ad Campaigns
Some pointers for your X ad campaigns.
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Social Media Today – Latest News
YouTube Updates Ad Placement Rules Related to Dramatic Content
YouTube will now allow certain dramatic depictions of controversial issues to be monetized.
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Social Media Today – Latest News
Microsoft Advertising Allows Up To 50 Search Themes In PMax Campaigns
Microsoft Advertising has expanded the number of search themes it allows to 50 search themes for Performance Max campaigns. This should be live now but Microsoft will announce it sometime this week.
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Search Engine Roundtable
Job Postings
Job Postings
1/13/2026
Digital Marketing and Content Specialist ~ Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology ~ In-office (USA) ~ Chicago, IL, United States
Why Join Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology You’ll be part of a dynamic, growing organization at the intersection of medical excellence, aesthetics, and innovation. This role offers meaningful impact, creative ownership, and the opportunity to help shape how our brands connect with patients and partners across digital platforms. Position Overview Chicago Cosmetic Surgery & Dermatology […]
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In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com
Job Postings
1/13/2026
Content & Digital Marketing Manager ~ Bluewave Technology Group ~ $90,000-$115,000 ~ Remote (USA)
Job Description As a Content & Digital Marketing Manager, you’ll shape and execute our content strategy, manage digital channels, and strengthen brand presence across the buyer journey. In this role, you will be a key partner to the CMO, building compelling content that resonates with prospects and clients while optimizing digital programs to drive awareness, […]
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SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com
Job Postings
1/13/2026
Product Marketing Manager ~ UpClear ~ $120,000-$145,000 ~ In-office (USA) ~ New York, NY, United States
ABOUT UPCLEAR UpClear makes a SaaS revenue management software that is used by some of the most recognizable consumer goods brands in the world. Our system supports Trade Promotion Management, Trade Promotion Optimization, Integrated Business Planning and Revenue Management. We serve more than 80 brands in over 20 countries. Our growth is substantial and consistent; […]
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In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com
Job Postings
1/13/2026
Associate Director, Technical SEO ~ Brainlabs ~ $76,000 – $132,000 USD ~ in-office, CO, TX, CA (US)
We are Brainlabs, the High-Performance media agency, on a mission to become the world’s biggest and best independent media agency. We plan and buy media that delivers profitable and sustained business impact. And what’s our formula? Superteams of Brainlabbers, fueled by data and enabled by technology. Brainlabs has always been a culture-first company. In fact, […]
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SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com
Job Postings
1/13/2026
Director of Client Services ~ Flow Agency ~ 70 to 90.000 EUR ~ Remote (WW)
Is this you? You work best when leading a team of individual contributors/experts who work autonomously and have deep expertise in their fields. You are skilled at managing and influencing team members and collaborators, helping the entire team to meet deadlines and proactively identifying opportunities and solutions. You are able to communicate effectively with team […]
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SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com
Job Postings
1/13/2026
SEO & Content Marketing Manager ~ Flow Agency ~ 55 to 60.000 EUR ~ Remote (WW)
We are Flow Agency, a remote-native B2B marketing agency. We have built our agency around the principles of flow – that illusive state of being in the zone where we feel our best and perform our best. Is this you? You have been in the trenches, did the hard work and have years of experience […]
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SEO Agency Jobs – SEOjobs.com
Job Postings
1/13/2026
Partner Digital and Content Marketing Lead ~ TP-Link Systems Inc. ~ $90,000-$120,000 ~ In-office (USA) ~ Irvine, CA, United States
Job Description Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world’s top provider of Wi-Fi devices. The company is committed to delivering innovative products that enhance people’s lives through faster, more reliable connectivity. With a commitment to excellence, TP-Link […]
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In-house SEO jobs – SEOjobs.com


















