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Google Search resolves indexing bug that lasted several hours
The issue affected indexing in Google Search and impacted new content published across both large and small publishers.
Google streamlining YouTube, Display ad content controls
Google is removing several content label exclusions for YouTube and restricting some filters to the account level.
Display & Video 360 instant reports coming to Bid Manager API
Google's DV360's real-time instant reports in Bid Manager API will let advertisers programmatically access and integrate the reporting data.
Meta unveils AI chatbots and business messaging tools
Meta introduced a suite of new AI-powered solutions including AI chatbots on Messenger, paid marketing messages on Messenger and more.
7 tips for conducting Google Ads audits
Keep your Google Ads account in top shape by auditing key areas like conversion tracking, impression share, match type performance and more.
How Google and Meta could disrupt travel discovery with AI
Here’s how AI from Google and Meta are influencing how consumers research and plan trips, reshaping marketing strategies.
Google’s $2.3 million check secures bench trial in adtech antitrust case
After sending a $2.3 million check to cover potential damages, Google has sidestepped a less predictable jury verdict.
Reddit unveils new Conversation Ads
Reddit announces a major revision to its conversation page ads, including a new premium ad placement within discussion threads.
Social search and the future of brand engagement
See why Gen Z and millennials prefer social platforms for search and how to build stronger connections with your target audience.
Google Ads phasing out card payments
Certain high-spending advertisers will need to transition from credit or debit card payments to bank-based payment options by July 31.
Google streamlines product listings via website crawl
Google is making it easier for merchants to surface product listings across its surfaces through automated 'website crawl' feeds.
Pinterest launches AI ad tools
Pinterest is rolling out new AI-powered ad tools and measurement partnerships to drive better performance and brand safety for advertisers.
Head of Google Search: AI mistakes won’t prevent progress
Google won't hold back AI Search features because of 'occasional problems,' according to Liz Reid.
Why video is key to building brand identity and engagement
Learn the value of building your brand through video, with tips on content types, production strategies and more.
Google Analytics fixes paid search attribution
An update to attribution models in Google Analytics 4 (GA4) will more accurately credit paid search campaigns for driving conversions.
YouTube embeds ads into videos to beat ad blockers
Embedding YouTube ads directly into video streams makes them indistinguishable from content, neutralizing ad blockers.
AI analysis of 8,000 top YouTube Ads reveals key trends for brands
These leading brands are winning by spotlighting underrepresented voices, celebrating individuality, sparking wonder and more.
Reddit adds third-party verification for advertisers
This partnership with ad measurement firm Integral Ad Science (IAS) will give advertisers third-party validation for campaign delivery.
Google’s auto-pause for idle keywords: overreach or overdue?
Google's plan to automatically pause keywords in advertisers' accounts after 13 months of no engagement has been met with mixed reactions.
How to use Performance Max for any type of business
Learn to adapt Google's automated campaign type for retail and DTC ecommerce, lead generation with varying budgets and local businesses.
Beware of anti-SEO studies that misguide your marketing strategy
Explore compelling counterarguments and data-driven insights on the role of search in an integrated marketing strategy.
13 SEO takeaways from Google’s Elizabeth Tucker at SMX Advanced
Why the March 2024 Core update rollout took 45 days, how Google defines low quality, why we see radical ranking fluctuations and more.
3 PPC KPIs to track and measure success
Leverage valuable Google Ads metrics like conversion rate, impression share and lifetime value for deeper PPC insights and opportunities.
Google Search now supports return policy markup at the organization-level
A year ago, Google added support for return policy structured data support for merchant listing and now Google is expanding that support to the organization level.
Google Ad Manager updates give publishers more creative controls
Publishers will be able to disable ad badging disclosures or control where it appears. The Mute This Ad feature will be sunset.
Google launches Google TV advertising network
The new Google TV network is now available to advertisers via Google Ads and Google Display & Video 360 for U.S. campaigns.
LinkedIn drops user targeting based on Groups data
LinkedIn has stopped allowing advertisers to target users in Europe based on Groups data to comply with the EU's Digital Services Act.
Google Ads rolls out new design to all markets on Aug. 30
Google Ads plans to retire the old interface and replace it with a new, more organized design for all markets.
Google to struggling sites: Focus on your audience, content quality
Here are some key takeaways around SEO and how to create content and successful websites from Google's Search Liaison Danny Sullivan.
Google Search Console Performance report adds merchant listings to images report
Google now will show the merchant listing performance within the Google Search Image tab in Search Console data.
5 reasons why your content isn’t working and how to create helpful content Google wants to rank
Is your content failing to rank? Find out why and how to create engaging, helpful content that meets Google's standards.
Google Ads API v17 released with new features, changes
Google Ads API v17 comes with new features and changes that impact resource usage policies, batch processing, reporting capabilities and more.
Google launches Accelerate with Google resource hub for advertisers
Accelerate with Google is a new educational hub with customized resources to help marketers build expertise using AI.
Google Ads launches Brand Recommendations powered by AI
Google's Brand Recommendations, new AI-powered customized suggestions to help advertisers optimize awareness and consideration campaigns.
How the Google leak confirms the significance of author and publisher entities in SEO
This three-tiered approach helps you optimize author and publisher entities, crucial to building trust and boost visibility in search results.
Microsoft Ads to allow Google conversion goal imports
Microsoft Advertising is launching a feature that allows advertisers to import Google Ads conversion goals, aiming to streamline workflows.
Generative AI’s role in shaping the future of advertising
Generative AI is set to revolutionize advertising and enhance the future of search. Here's what it means for search marketers.
Google sued by publishers over alleged pirate textbook promotion
This raises serious concerns for advertisers about brand safety, fair competition and the integrity of ad placements.
Google Ads inviting some advertisers to join Advisors Community
Select Google Ads advertisers are being offered the 'unique opportunity' to help shape current and unreleased products via surveys.