OpenAI drops sign in requirement for ChatGPT search

OpenAI drops sign in requirement for ChatGPT search

You no longer need to login or create an account to use ChatGPT Search from OpenAI. You can now just use ChatGPT without an account. The announcement. OpenAI announced this on X, saying: ChatGPT search is now available to everyone on http://chatgpt.com — no sign up required. More details. OpenAI launched ChatGPT Search in October […]

Google organic and paid CTRs hit new lows: Report

Google organic and paid CTRs hit new lows: Report

Organic and paid click-through rates (CTRs) are down – and Google AI Overviews are partially to blame. However, paid CTR declined regardless of whether AI Overviews were present. The new analysis of ~10,000 informational intent keywords ranking in the top 20 positions was conducted by digital marketing agency Seer Interactive. Organic CTR drop. For queries […]

Instagram and TikTok outrank Google for Gen Z shoppers: Survey

Instagram and TikTok outrank Google for Gen Z shoppers: Survey

Gen Z consumers use Instagram and TikTok more often to discover products than Google. That’s according to a new survey from GRIN, a creator management platform. By the numbers. Asked where they most often discover new products, 18- to 27-year-old consumers said: Instagram: 30.4% TikTok: 23.2% Google: 18.8% YouTube: 14.5% However, Google isn’t going away […]

Up-To-Date Trends, AI-Driven Workflows, and Smarter Data Strategies for Q2

Up-To-Date Trends, AI-Driven Workflows, and Smarter Data Strategies for Q2

In the fast-paced world of PPC advertising, marketers are constantly seeking ways to streamline their workflows and improve performance. Managing PPC campaigns efficiently requires a delicate balancing act of multiple tasks: Analyzing data. Optimizing bid strategies. Testing creatives. Reporting performance. And so much more. While AI and machine learning have been around in PPC for […]

How to use Video View campaigns effectively in Google Ads

How to use Video View campaigns effectively in Google Ads

Welcome to our weekly Search Engine Land series, Everything you need to know about Google Ads in less than 3 minutes. Every Wednesday, I’m highlighting a different Google Ads feature, and what you need to know to get the best results from it – all in a quick 3-minute read. Today, we’re discussing Video View […]

Where and how to advertise effectively

Where and how to advertise effectively

Choosing the right paid media channels is key to B2B advertising success.  This guide covers the best PPC platforms – Google, LinkedIn, Microsoft, and more – plus expert tactics to reach decision-makers and drive results. 1. Google Search Google is an effective way to reach B2B decision-makers when they are actively searching. But how do […]

Google AI Overviews now with detailed shopping comparisons

Google AI Overviews now with detailed shopping comparisons

Google Search is now offering detailed shopping for product queries in the AI Overviews. Google will first give you a summary answer, which you can then expand, which will provide a super long and detailed breakdown comparison between the two products. What it looks like. If you search for [iphone 15 vs iphone 15 pro] […]

Where Are The Missing Data Holes In GA4 That Brands Need?

Where Are The Missing Data Holes In GA4 That Brands Need?

As SEO professionals, we’re data-driven. So, it’s ironic that we need to ask a counterintuitive question: “Where are the missing bullet holes in Google Analytics 4 (GA4)?” Most of us trust the event-based data that GA4 collects. But we should use other tools and techniques to independently verify our analysis and interpretation of this data. […]

A Step-By-Step Guide To Understanding Search Engine Results Pages

A Step-By-Step Guide To Understanding Search Engine Results Pages

Understanding search engine results pages (SERPs) is critical for anyone serious about increasing their website’s visibility. Search engines use SERPs to display results for user queries, and the primary goal for SERP analysis is understanding why certain pages earn top rankings and what elements contribute to their success. Analyzing these pages can unlock valuable insights […]

LinkedIn Video Views Up 36%, New Tools & Courses Available

LinkedIn Video Views Up 36%, New Tools & Courses Available

LinkedIn video viewership is up 36% YoY. The platform adds new tools and free training courses to boost video creation. LinkedIn video watch time is outpacing other content formats. New creator tools include profile previews, enhanced analytics, and desktop video features. Free LinkedIn Learning courses can help you learn more about video’s role in professional […]