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Microsoft partners with LinkedIn to offer free AI skills training and certification amid rising workforce demand. The post Microsoft Launches Free AI Training With Professional Certificate appeared first on Search…

As excitement over the launch of Threads, an Instagram app grows, so do privacy concerns over the app’s access to your personal data. The post Threads: The New Instagram App…

Google report: AI could add £400bn to UK economy by 2030. AI aids workers, boosts skills, and spurs social innovation. The post Google Predicts £400 Billion Economic Boost From AI…

Meta follows through on threat to block Canadian news content over law demanding compensation for publishers. The post Meta Begins Blocking Content From Canadian News Publishers appeared first on Search…

Adapt your ads for Bing generative SERPs and Google’s chat-based generative Google Search Experience with this detailed guide. The post Generative AI Integration SERPs And PPC Advertisers appeared first on…

Unlock the secret to scaling your Google Ads & optimizing offline conversions! Join industry leaders in our on-demand webinar. Access now! The post Google Ads: How To Boost Revenue &…

Google Analytics is under scrutiny for GDPR issues. Swedish data protection authority warns companies against use. The post Google Analytics Violates GDPR, Says Swedish Watchdog appeared first on Search Engine…

Twitter’s search visibility on Google fell by 32% in a single day, according to Sistrix, following actions taken by CEO Elon Musk. The post Twitter’s Google Rankings Plummet Following Actions…

OpenAI suspends ChatGPT’s ‘Browse with Bing’ amid content concerns while facing lawsuits over copyright and data privacy violations. The post ChatGPT Disables ‘Browse With Bing’ Amid Legal Challenges appeared first…

WordPress vulnerability in plugin with 200,00+ active installations is actively exploited, allowing full site takeover with trivial effort to bypass security filters The post Ultimate Member WordPress Plugin Vulnerability Allows…

The best way to future-proof your business is by staying engaged with AI, pushing the boundaries and trying things. The post How To Build A Future-Proofed SEO Strategy When AI…

Google’s updated privacy policy allows the company to scrape public data to improve its AI models. The post Google Updates Privacy Policy To Collect Public Data For AI Training appeared…

Google Ads launches brand restrictions in Search campaigns and brand exclusions in Performance Max to give advertisers greater control over ad placement. The post Google Ads Update: New Brand Controls…

OpenAI sued for alleged copyright, privacy breaches; outcomes could impact AI rules. The post ChatGPT Creator Faces Multiple Lawsuits Over Copyright & Privacy Violations appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Ginny Marvin, dedicated Google Ads Liason, answered advertiser questions in a AMA session hosted by the Paid Search Association. The post Google Ads Liason Addresses AI In AMA Session appeared…

Reap the benefits of AI-powered digital marketing, especially when dealing with multiple channels and increasingly tech-savvy customers. The post How Can Small Local Service Businesses Use AI To Improve Their…

As Google Analytics stops processing data for UA properties, you’ll need these helpful tutorials, guides, and latest updates to make the transition to GA4 smoother. The post GA4 Migration Made…

Take a look inside the redesigned Google Ads platform with streamlined navigation, comprehensive campaign tools, enhanced insights, and additional tools for optimized ad management. The post Google Ads Introduces New,…

Having trouble logging into ChatGPT? Find out the status of a brief outage that affected logged out users, including Plus subscribers. The post OpenAI Experiences ChatGPT Outage: Login Unavailable For…

Discover why Google and Meta removed news links from search and social for Canadian users in response to Bill C-18’s “link tax.” The post Google Removes Canada News Links In…

Looking for different ways to access Google Analytics after UA deprecation? Leverage ChatGPT with this plugin to navigate your GA4 data with an AI assistant. The post Try This ChatGPT…

Discover if GA4 is any better than Universal Analytics, is it worse, and are there any alternatives if you don’t want to migrate to it. The post GA4: The Good,…

New Microsoft Bing and Edge tools harness AI to recommend products, summarize reviews and ensure best prices The post New Bing & Edge Features Use AI To Streamline Shopping appeared…

Google’s John Mueller advises using semantic HTML. Though not a ranking factor, it helps search engines understand content and boosts accessibility. The post Semantic HTML: Not A Ranking Factor But…

Looking to grow your online business? Try these 5 beginner-friendly techniques to grow your organic traffic and gain visibility online. The post 5 SEO Techniques To Grow Organic Traffic appeared…

Conversational intelligence is the skill of confidently communicating to achieve successful outcomes. Discover how it can help you improve SEO and digital marketing overall. The post What Is Conversational Intelligence?…

Microsoft Advertising is tightening policies, adding enforcement details, restricting ads due to laws. New rules target medical, adult, gambling, and alcohol promotions. The post Microsoft Advertising Announces Policy Updates appeared…

Is it worth spending and advertising to loyal customers? Here are some answers including industry best practices that you can adapt depending on your vertical. The post Search And Repeat…

Maximize your web performance with Google Analytics 4. Check out this article to explore GA4’s exciting new features. Learn to navigate the transition smoothly. #GA4Upgrade The post How To Properly…

The Wall Street Journal reports that 80% of YouTube ads violate terms of service, potentially costing Google billions in refunds. The post Google In Hot Water: Billions At Stake As…

Google Analytics 4 integrates with AMP; updates enable data collection, but limitations remain. The post Google Analytics 4 Now Supports Accelerated Mobile Pages (AMP) appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Google acknowledges user discontent with search, introduces “Perspectives” feature, and admits AI limitations amid Reddit blackout challenges. The post Google’s Search Limitations Amplified By Reddit Blackouts appeared first on Search…

Content marketers or business owners can benefit from scraping ideas and creating unique content your competitors don’t have. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you. The post Tangential SEO: Finding…

Rehydration is a necessity for your highly interactive website. Discover when best to use it for faster initial load times and improved user experience. The post Rehydration For Client-Side Or…

See how the Google Perspectives search filter provides diverse viewpoints for queries through highly-engaging social media posts, videos, Q&A, forum discussions, and news content. The post Google Perspectives: How This…

Google experts caution: “site:” has limits. For full indexing insights, rely on Search Console instead. The post Google’s “Site:” Operator Won’t Show You Everything That’s Indexed appeared first on Search…

Unlock the full potential of ChatGPT to revolutionize your digital marketing strategy. From writing product descriptions to generating blog topic ideas, here’s everything you need. The post Revolutionize Your Ecommerce…

Website homepage deindexed? Google’s experts recommend fixing technical problems, optimizing content, and waiting patiently; the solution likely lies therein. The post Why Isn’t My Homepage Indexed? Google Explains appeared first…

With new ChatGPT plugins arriving daily, here’s how to choose the right ones, reveal the best prompts, and extract use case examples for work-related tasks. The post How To Use…

Generative AI tools are everywhere. How do you test and integrate them safely? Eric Enge shared his insights. The post Generative AI – Using Tools Effectively While Avoiding Common Traps…

Microsoft Ads continues its business transformation by making strategic updates to its acquisition platforms, along with integrating AI into its ad platforms. The post Microsoft Announces Platform Name Changes Amidst…

YouTube cracks down on impersonation. The company will require fan channels to identify themselves to avoid confusion and curb deception. The post YouTube Says ‘No More Confusion’: Fan Accounts Need…

The ChatGPT plugin store now offers almost 550 plugins. Find out how to search the web for specific content using ChatGPT plugins. The post How To Search The Web With…

LinkedIn shares details of new AI image detector that successfully identifies fake profile images at a rate of 99.6% The post LinkedIn Reveals AI Image Hunter That Catches Fake Profiles…

Microsoft unveils Predictive Targeting, an AI-based advertising tool enhancing conversion rates, streamlining targeting, and offering flexible audience strategies. The post Microsoft Unveils Predictive Targeting, AI-Based Advertising Tool appeared first on…

Boost SEO & ramp up content strategy using AI. Learn how to effectively integrate AI into your content marketing. Watch on-demand, now. The post Enhancing SEO Content Writing With AI:…

Discover the power of AI in marketing. Learn how to automate insights, optimize campaigns, and unlock your marketing potential. The post 5 Powerful Ways Marketers Are Using AI To Boost…

Google Analytics 4 introduces customizable attribution settings, offering marketers improved insights into their Google Ads campaign’s ROI. The post Google Analytics 4 Rolls Out New Conversion Attribution Settings appeared first…

Google prepares for 2024’s Core Web Vitals update by adding Interaction to Next Paint (INP) reporting to Search Console. The post Google Search Console Adds INP To Core Web Vitals…

In July, Google is removing outdated Google Ads attribution models, favoring its AI-driven model for optimized, adaptable ad performance. The post Google Ads Postpones Data-Driven Attribution Switch To Mid-July appeared…

In this article, Greg asked video marketing experts to share their thoughts on how to make a video go viral, including best practices and examples. The post How To Make…

Meta is enhancing Reels with Instagram ads, app promotions, and AI-optimized music to boost engagement and broaden advertiser reach. The post Meta Expands Reels Ads To Instagram, Tests AI Features…

Over 100,000 ChatGPT accounts were breached by info stealers, prompting calls for enhanced password practices and two-factor authentication. The post Massive Leak Of ChatGPT Credentials: Over 100,000 Accounts Affected appeared…

OpenAI explores launching an ‘app store’ for AI models, potentially challenging current partners and expanding customer reach. The post OpenAI Considers ‘App Store’ For ChatGPT appeared first on Search Engine…

Digital Marketers of all stripes are invited to look to The Future of Search! Learn from industry experts and network with peers in this unique two-day experience. The post Free…

Custom elements in document heads can disrupt Google’s rendering, potentially harming SEO; JSON-LD offers a flexible alternative. The post Google’s John Mueller Warns Against Custom Elements In Head appeared first…

How important are backlinks as a metric when it comes to making sure your content has E-E-A-T? Tony Wright tackles this week’s Ask An SEO. The post Google E-E-A-T: Should…

Get an in-depth view of Google’s content removal process. With insights from John Mueller, learn how to remove your personal info from search. The post Google’s Personal Info Removal Process:…

The Trade Desk announced its cutting edge AI programmatic platform to their DSP. Advertisers can expect advanced retail data measurement, easier integration and more. The post The Trade Desk Launches…

Google sues a member of a Rank and Rent Facebook Group for breach of contract for creating hundreds of fake Google business profiles The post Google Sues Rank And Rent…

A two-year investigation in the EU comes to a close, ordering Google to divest portions of its ad tech business. The post Google Ordered To Sell Off Part Of Ad-Tech…

Googlers offer feedback on Google’s policies on AI content at Search Central Live Tokyo 2023 The post Google Is Forming A Policy On AI Content And E-E-A-T appeared first on…

This article aims to get you started creating linkable content so you can build a natural link profile in less time.  The post A Guide To Linkable Assets For Effective…

Learn more about the NTIA’s request for information about AI accountability, including responses from OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google. The post NTIA Receives Over 1,450 Comments On AI Accountability appeared first…

See what Google Search shared on generative AI at the Search Central Live event in Tokyo on June 15 – 16. The post Generative AI Insights From Google Search Central…

Find out what WordPress’ Executive Director Josepha Haden Chomphosy has to say about Open Source, the future of the CMS, Brand Stories & more. The post Leveraging WordPress To Tell…

Learn about the 20-plus-year-old search engine that claims to not track, target, or keep the search history of its users. The post Startpage: The World’s Most Private Search Engine appeared…

Google Domains has agreed to be acquired by Squarespace, including approximately 10 million domains The post Google Domains Agrees To Be Acquired By Squarespace appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Google announces the integration of GA4 properties with AdSense accounts, a game-changer in the realm of monitoring website performance. The post Google Announces Google Analytics 4 & AdSense Integration appeared…

Reuters’ 2023 Digital News Report reveals rising influence of internet celebrities in news, growing distrust in algorithms, and increasing news avoidance. The post Trust In Online News Shifting From Reporters…

Instagram Broadcast Channels are rolling out globally. Discover how to find interesting channels and create a channel for your followers or subscribers. The post Instagram Broadcast Channels Roll Out Globally:…

WooCommerce Stripe Payment Gateway plugin vulnerability allows hackers to steal sensitive customer information The post Vulnerability In WooCommerce Stripe Payment Gateway Plugin Affects 900,000+ Websites appeared first on Search Engine…

When it comes to editing video, you’re spoiled for choice with free software around. We’ve listed the pros and cons to help you decide quickly. The post Top 5 Video…

Plan what to do in a PR emergency and learn how to proactively protect your brand. The post The Small Business Guide To Reputation Management appeared first on Search Engine…

Google’s newly discovered Easter egg, a Katamari minigame, offers a fun distraction and pays tribute to the popular series. The post Google’s Latest Easter Egg: A Katamari Minigame appeared first…

Google’s AI chatbot Bard faces launch delay in Europe over data privacy concerns amid stricter EU regulations. The post Google’s Bard Paused in the EU. What’s Behind the Delay? appeared…

Google’s new search spam report form expands reportable issues, emphasizing the role of user feedback in improving search quality. The post Google Aims To Improve Search Quality With New Feedback…

Executives remains focused on profits while popular Reddit communities maintain support for developers forced to shut down popular Reddit apps over API changes. The post Popular Reddit Communities Support These…

Google Ads announced a significant worldwide update to its trademark policy. Read on to see if your brand will be affected. The post Google Ads To Update Trademark Policy Worldwide…

Google recently announced the expansion of the Confirming Gross Revenue tool for buyers and publishers in a move towards greater ad transparency. The post Google Expands ‘Confirming Gross Revenue’ Tool…

Google research paper shows how they created a dataset for training language models for open-ended dialogue The post Google Research: Is This Dataset Used For Google’s AI Search? appeared first…

Website crawling is fundamental to SEO. Help the search engine bots discover your content more efficiently when you follow these top 5 tips. The post Website Crawling: The What, Why…

Boost product page rankings! Unleash power of link building & SEO content marketing with our innovative full-funnel approach. #eCommerce #SEO #LinkBuilding The post How To Drive Product Page Rankings With…

Learn the ultimate cost of content cannibalization as 2 industry experts guide you through how to remedy it. RSVP for this webinar, now! The post The Cost Of Cannibalization: How…

Google announces Demand Gen and Video View, AI-powered ad campaigns to enhance mid-funnel reach and offer business insights. The post Google’s New AI-Powered Ad Campaigns: Demand Gen & Video View…

Learn more about updates to OpenAI’s API, GPT-3.5 Turbo, and GPT-4 models and how they could lead to enhanced generative AI applications for business. The post OpenAI Updates API, GPT-3.5…

Google’s John Mueller offers feedback about links from non-English to English language websites The post Google: Links From Non-English To English Language Sites Are Not Bad? appeared first on Search…

Mark Zuckerberg reveals his vision for AI across Meta’s products, transforming advertising, enhancing social interactions, and simplifying Metaverse coding tasks. The post Mark Zuckerberg’s AI Plan: Integration Across All Meta…

YouTube lowers the threshold for monetization and expands its affiliate program, creating new revenue opportunities for content creators. The post Making Money On YouTube Just Got Easier appeared first on…

Google enhances Search Console’s video indexing report, providing precise feedback to optimize video visibility. The post Google Enhances Video Indexing Report In Search Console appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

Discover the latest AI news, top generative AI tools, and the best tips for integrating new AI technologies. The post From Science Fiction To Marketing Reality: Exploring The Impact Of…

Learn about different hosting types to find the best option for your company’s WordPress site. Here are our top recommendations for each type. The post Your Guide To Hosting Types…

How is pagespeed related to helpful content in Google? Expert Adam Riemer answers this week’s Ask An SEO. The post Will Improving Page Speed Count For Helpful Content In Google?…

Get your free Complete Technical SEO Audit Workbook – SEJ’s all-inclusive guide and SEO audit template for performing a technical SEO audit. The post Your Ultimate Guide To A Successful…

Developers have created a total of almost 400 plugins, now available to ChatGPT Plus users. Here are 25 ChatGPT plugins for marketing. The post 25 ChatGPT Plugins For Marketing Included…

Discover why thousands of subreddit moderators joined the protest of the upcoming Reddit API changes, restricting access to millions from June 12 – 14. The post Is Reddit Down? Why…

ChatGPT’s capacity for humor shows promise, but struggles with originality and scope, posing implications for digital marketers. The post ChatGPT’s Humor Isn’t Quite Human Yet, Study Finds appeared first on…

Google invited more users to try Search Generative Experience after recent speed and quality improvements. Here are some changes to the AI overviews we noticed. The post Google Invites More…