Bing tests multiple images within a single ad result
This week, Bing tested large images in its search results, and now I spotted another change multiple images appearing within a single ad. Searching for “SEO”, a Forbes-sponsored result appeared with multiple images bundled into a single ad unit. Here is a video of how it looks. Swiping through the images revealed three in total […]
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AI Overview cites self-serving listicles, but skips the brand that ranks itself #1
Harpreet flagged something odd in a Google AI Overview and shared it on X, pointing out that the AIO cited four self-serving listicles within its answer, yet the one brand ranking itself #1 in those listicles wasn’t actually mentioned in the AI-generated answer. He wrote: “Crazy AI Overview. 4 self-serving listicles are cited within the […]
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ChatGPT Ads Expanding To 31 European Countries
OpenAI announced it is expanding its ChatGPT Ads service and product to 31 European countries. These countries include Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Austria.
Google: We Do Not Roll Out Updates Prior To The Announcement
Google’s John Mueller reiterated what Google has said numerous times already, that Google does not wait to announce the update. When Google begins rolling out the search update, whether a core or spam update, it will announce it shortly after it starts…
Google Search Video Carousel Showing Less Often
Google seems to be showing the video carousel within Google Search a lot less often. Semrush had the video carousel showing up in Google Search at just over 30% of queries but now it is under 20% of the time. Some other data shows it dropping even worse.
Google Ads Bidding Option For Customer Retention Loyalty Program Members
Google Ads is now letting you bid more using the customer retention option named “Loyalty program members.” This gives you the option to (a) Bid higher for loyalty program members and (b) Show member benefits to loyalty program members in eligible coun…
Google Business Profiles Testing Revamped Q&A Feature
Google seems to be testing a revamped and updated Q&A feature for Google Business Profiles (GBP). There is an added Q&A button in the GBP dashboard in Google Search and a flow that prompts you with yes or no responses for questions tailored to your bus…
Google Trends Gains Explore Maps & Regional Breakdown
Google Trends has added two new features this morning, explore maps and regional breakdown.
Google said it “designed new interactive maps for clearer data storytelling…
Google Analytics Real Time Outage Seems To Be Resolving
Google Analytics seems to have had an outage starting at about 4 am ET this morning. The real-time analytics report within Google Analytics was not showing users all of the data. The issue now seems to be resolving a couple of hours later.
Google Trends adds interactive maps and regional breakdowns
Google Search Central announced on linkedin that Google Trends has added new interactive maps and regional breakdowns within its Explore section. This feature is rolling out gradually. With the new interactive maps, users can visually explore regional trends for any given search term, making it easier to see where interest in a topic is concentrated. […]
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Google Analytics is down, real-time reporting isn’t working
Google Analytics appears to be experiencing issues for some users today, with our tests showing real time considerably low The outage appears to affect at least some Google Analytics users, although the exact scope of the problem is currently unclear. At the time of writing, Google’s official Ads Status Dashboard does not acknowledge an outage […]
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Google tests telling users an ad was AI-made
Google is now testing a feature that shows users when an ad was created using AI. This appears with the “About this advertiser” and “Why you’re seeing this ad” sections, accessible by clicking the three dots on an ad shown on the search results page. Arpan Banerjee spotted this new change and shared a screenshot […]
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Yahoo tests follow-up queries and blue hyperlinks in Yahoo Scout
Yahoo is testing follow-up queries and blue hyperlinks within Yahoo Scout. We spotted these changes, though we can’t say for certain they’re new but since our last visit, neither follow-up questions nor blue hyperlinks were present. Here is how it looks. Suggesting follow-up queries is likely meant to keep users engaged longer within Yahoo’s results, […]
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Google Ads expands AI-generated aspect ratios for PMax video ads
Google Ads is expanding asset optimization for Performance Max video ads. Using generative AI, Google Ads can now create missing aspect ratios from existing video ads. So if an advertiser hasn’t created every format for their video, Google Ads will automatically generate those missing versions. What’s the purpose of this? Maximize the reach of video […]
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Google adds option to edit short name in Search Profiles
Google is adding a new option in Search Profiles that lets users edit their short name. Previously, this wasn’t something users could change once set. According to Google, if a preferred handle isn’t available, users can link a new social account instead. Google recently updated its help documentation to reflect this change. Barry Schwartz spotted […]
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Google Search Console data recovering after logging issue
Yesterday, we covered the drop in Google Search Console’s performance report, which John Mueller confirmed was due to a logging issue. Now, checking Search Console account, the data appears to be trending upward again suggesting the issue may be resolving. Here is a screenshot showing the graphs climbing back up. Glenn Gabe also posted on […]
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Google releases August 2026 spam update after weeks of SERP volatility
Google says it’s rolling out the August 2026 spam update, and it expects the rollout to complete in a few days. “Released the August 2026 spam update, which applies globally and to all languages. The rollout may take a few days to complete,” Google noted in a status update. A search algorithm update was expected […]
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Google August 2026 Spam Update Has Been Unleashed
Google has just announced the release of the August 2026 spam update and said it should only take a few days to roll out. This is a global update and is expected to impact all languages. This only impacts sites that spam, but with any update, there m…
You Can Now Edit Your Handle On Google Search Profiles
As expected, Google is now enabling those with Google Search Profiles to edit their handle, their short name. This is available by going to your Google Search Profile, click Edit profile and then next to your @handle, click Edit.
Google Related Searches For With Underline Hyperlink
Google is testing underlining and maybe hyperlinking the word in the related searches for section of the search results. Normally, that section is not underlined, but for some reason, Google is testing underlining the query.