The Modern Guide To Robots.txt
Robots.txt just turned 30 – cue the existential crisis! Like many hitting the big 3-0, it’s wondering if it’s still relevant in today’s world of AI and advanced search algorithms.…
Judge Inclined To Grant Preliminary Injunction
WP Engine had their day in court, but it didn’t go entirely in their favor, as Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín ruled the request for a preliminary injunction was too vague. However,…
New Google Analytics Features Help Fix Hidden Product Listings
Google Analytics adds new features to help merchants identify and fix hidden product listings, improving visibility on Google Shopping. Google Analytics now shows product disapproval alerts directly in its dashboard. …
YouTube Expands Creator Tools, Introduces Content Disclosure System
YouTube’s latest weekly update highlights new creator features, including expanding longer Shorts, launching images on Quiz posts for Android, and broader access to the Brand Connect tab in YouTube Studio.…
Google Tests Bare-Bones Hotel Search In Three EU Countries
Google is beginning a test that will change hotel search results for users in Germany, Belgium, and Estonia. This test will remove features like the map and hotel listings, replacing…
Who’s Winning off the Back of the Affiliate Publication Drops?
Affiliate publications have seen a sharp drop in SERP visibility over the last few days. The news came after Glenn Gabe shared a “stop-the-presses” post, revealing that Google had penalized…
SEO + Product Marketing = A Blueprint For Brand Building
Having a strong brand makes everything in SEO easier. Brands have better user signals on their sites, better click-through rates in the SERPs, and get preferential treatment from Google. Google’s…
Future Trends In B2B Influencer Marketing Across Industries
This edited extract is from B2B Influencer Marketing by Nick Bennett ©2024 and is reproduced and adapted with permission from Kogan Page Ltd. Just a few years ago, B2B influencer…
Should You Be Bidding On Your Brand Keywords In 2025?
Paid search advertising has many arms. Marketers spend years crafting strategies to drive results through Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and more. Of these many strategies adopted by brands and agencies,…
DOJ Says Google Controls 91% Of Ad Market; Google Says 10%
The Department of Justice (DOJ) and Google gave their final arguments on Monday in an antitrust case regarding Google’s digital advertising technology. U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema is expected to…
Automattic Receives Backlash For Cloning Premium Plugin
Automattic cloned WP Engine’s paid ACF Premium plugin and is distributing it for free. Many in the WordPress community disapprove of this action, expressing concerns that it undermines the plugin…
SEO Priorities And Challenges You Need To Know
Are you prepared for the SEO landscape of 2025? From the role of AI in SEO and the rise of AI Overviews (AIO) to significant Google updates, 2024 introduced sweeping…
LinkedIn Shares Do’s & Don’ts For Better Post Visibility
LinkedIn releases new content guidelines, prioritizing professional insights while penalizing promotional posts and engagement-bait tactics. LinkedIn will limit reach of posts that lack professional insights or value. The algorithm favors…
LinkedIn Reveals Data-Backed Formula For B2B Ad Success
LinkedIn unveils research-backed creative principles to boost B2B ad performance, as 90% of CMOs seek bolder marketing approaches. Vertical mobile ads drive 31% higher engagement than horizontal formats on LinkedIn. …
How to Become a Thought Leader in Just 6 Incredibly Difficult Steps
I’m going to type the lamest thing I’ve ever typed and make 90% of you close the page right now. Are you ready? I am a thought leader. I feel…
OpenAI Hires Former Chrome Engineer, Eyes Browser Battle
In what appears to be a development in OpenAI’s expansion, former Chrome engineering veteran Darin Fisher has joined the AI company. This move adds fuel to earlier reports about OpenAI’s…
13 Best AI Automation Tools to Increase Productivity & Efficiency
Managing reports in Looker Studio feels overwhelming when working with various data sources. To make this process more efficient, I leverage Looker Studio automation with LLMs (Large Language Models) to…
A Checklist For Essential Year-Round Tasks
SEO is a multifaceted discipline. It requires a solid strategy, connection to broader digital marketing (and business goals), and accountability. While there are differing processes, approaches, and even opinions on…
Enterprise SEO in 2025: Key Trends and Strategies to Stay Ahead
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Coca-Cola’s AI Holiday Campaign Fails To Engage Viewers Emotionally
Decision-makers at brands and agencies know that the new AI-generated holiday ads from Coca-Cola have attracted a lot of criticism. Others have described the three new AI versions of the…
25 Of The Best Examples Of Homepages
For most websites, the homepage represents your brand’s first interaction with your audience on your website. As the catch-all landing page where people will be sent by default, your homepage…
October and November AI Overview Trend
October and November AI Overview Trends: What They Mean for Holiday Campaigns With Black Friday and Cyber Monday around the corner, we’re really looking forward to seeing how AI performs!…
Google Search CTR Data Reveals Shifting Industry Trends
Google’s click-through rates (CTRs) experienced notable changes across industries and search categories in Q3, according to a report from Advanced Web Ranking. This report compares Q3 data to the previous…
9 Holiday Marketing Strategies for a Profitable Season This 2024
The holidays are coming up. What can you do to ensure you’re getting the most out of the season? Here are some holiday marketing strategies you can use: 1. Start…
3 Best AI SEO Tools to Work Smarter, Not Harder
AI is eating the world, and it’s only been two years since the “ChatGPT moment.” Just a year ago, many were questioning whether AI was even worth the hype. Today,…
Google Rolls Out First-Party Data Solution For Analytics Users
Google Analytics launches Customer Match beta, enabling advertisers to enhance remarketing using first-party data instead of third-party cookies. Google Analytics now lets advertisers use first-party customer data to improve ad…
Google May Have to Sell Chrome Browser To Comply With Court Ruling
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has proposed that Google sell its Chrome web browser and possibly the Android mobile operating system. This suggestion is part of a larger effort…
Getting C-Level Buy-In For SEO Initiatives
One of the biggest challenges in enterprise SEO is getting buy-in from the wider C-suite. Typically, the CMO will sign off on your vendor engagement, having been involved in the…
Wix Rolling Out AI-Powered Site Planning & Visualization Tool
Wix announced it is rolling out an AI-based tool that simplifies the site planning and visualization step, dramatically compressing the time from planning to site rollout. The new tool enables…
YouTube Takes On TikTok With New ‘Jewels’ Tipping System
YouTube is introducing “Gifts, Powered by Jewels,” which lets people support creators during vertical livestreams. This signals YouTube’s push into the virtual gifting space that TikTok has capitalized on for…