Ecosia & Qwant Launch European Search Infrastructure

Ecosia & Qwant Launch European Search Infrastructure

Ecosia has begun delivering its own search results for the first time in its 16-year history, starting with users in France who will receive a portion of results from a new European search index developed jointly with Qwant. The rollout marks the first implementation of the European Search Perspective (EUSP) joint venture, which has created […]

Google says AI is boosting Search. Yes, but…

Google says AI is boosting Search. Yes, but…

Google is touting AI as the biggest upgrade to Search in its history – claiming more queries, higher quality clicks, and a healthier web. But a new blog post (authored by Liz Reid, VP, head of Search) leaves out actual details about who’s winning, and losing – and how much control publishers really have. Here’s […]

ChatGPT is using Google Search, multiple tests suggest

ChatGPT is using Google Search, multiple tests suggest

A new Backlinko test adds fresh fuel to speculation that ChatGPT Plus may be relying on Google Search, at least some of the time, to surface web content. Backlinko’s “sting” experiment appears to confirm earlier findings from SEO pros Abhishek Iyer, Aleyda Solis, and Alexis Rylko that visibility in Google’s index can directly impact ChatGPT […]

Google rolls out AI-powered asset optimization for Demand Gen ads

Google rolls out AI-powered asset optimization for Demand Gen ads

Google is rolling out default asset optimization for all existing and new Demand Gen image ads, automatically adapting creatives to better fit various styles and aspect ratios starting Sept. 4. Advertisers can opt out before the launch date. How it works: Google AI enhances images with adaptive layouts and generates variations of creative assets (like […]

Sitelinks now factor into Google Performance Max ad strength

Sitelinks now factor into Google Performance Max ad strength

Google Ads updated how it calculates ad strength in Performance Max campaigns and sitelinks are now officially part of the equation. Why we care. Sitelinks can boost engagement by offering users more paths to convert. Their absence could now drag down ad strength scores, potentially affecting campaign performance. How it works. Sitelinks now appear in […]

Advanced Personalization Linked To Higher Conversions

Advanced Personalization Linked To Higher Conversions

A new study commissioned by Meta and conducted by Deloitte finds that advanced personalization strategies are associated with a 16 percentage point increase in conversions compared to more basic efforts. The research also introduces a maturity framework to help organizations evaluate their personalization capabilities and identify areas for improvement. What the Data Shows According to […]

Google Says AI Clicks Are Better, What Does Your Data Say?

Google Says AI Clicks Are Better, What Does Your Data Say?

Google’s latest blog post claims AI is making Search more useful than ever. Google says people are asking new kinds of questions, clicking on more links, and spending more time on the content they visit. But with no supporting data or clear definitions, the message reads more like reassurance than transparency. Rather than take Google […]

Google Ads Callouts & Structured Snippets: Bigger ads, better results?

Google Ads Callouts & Structured Snippets: Bigger ads, better results?

You’ve set up your Search campaigns, you’ve got your headlines and your descriptions, and your final URL. So your ad is done, right? Not necessarily! Assets (formerly known as Extensions) are an optional but powerful addition to your Google Search campaigns. This article will explore two types of assets that every business can use: Callouts […]