Explore an exciting new list of SEO podcasts for 2023, offering the busy SEO professional an easy way to keep up with news and trends. The post Top 14 SEO Podcasts For 2023 appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Google planning new search engine while working on new search features under Project Magi
Google is in the process of building an “all-new search engine” powered by its new A.I. technology while at the same time working on adding new A.I.-based features to its current search engine under the project name Magi. “The new search engine would offer users a far more personalized experience than the company’s current service, attempting to anticipate users’ needs,” the NY Times reports. New Google search engine Google has put a team of designers, engineers and executives in charge of building out this new search engine that “could put new A.I. technology in phones and homes all over the […]
Daily Search Forum Recap: April 14, 2023
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. While I was offline…
Advertisers slow to return to Twitter despite Musk’s claims
Twitter’s ad revenue recovery appears to be slower than its owner, Elon Musk, claimed earlier this week in an interview with the BBC. Data from research firms Sensor Tower and Insider Intelligence, as well as statements from multiple companies, indicate that many advertisers are not rushing back to the platform. Ad spend down roughly 20%. Twitter’s top 50 advertisers spent a combined $83 million over the past two months, down from $102 million in the same period last year. Insider Intelligence has also slashed its forecast for Twitter’s global ad revenue this year by 37%, to $2.98 billion, representing a […]
4 new Instagram Reels features
Instagram has just introduced 4 new features for Reels, including: A dedicated destination to discover inspiration through trending audio and hashtags on Instagram Reels. Easier Reels editing Two new metrics to Reels insights: total and average watch times. Expanded availability of gifts on Reels to additional countries and incorporated a feature that allows creators to acknowledge fans’ gifts. Find out what’s trending. Creators continually seek new content ideas, and to facilitate this, a dedicated space is being introduced to provide inspiration from the latest trends. This will enable users to view the most popular songs on Reels, check the number […]
How to redesign your site without throwing your Google rankings out the window
Relaunching or redesigning a website can make or break your SEO efforts. Even a single mistake can result in catastrophic ranking drops – or, worst, revenue loss. Here’s how to handle a site redesign without risking your organic traffic, rankings and revenue. Why a redesign is an inherent risk Businesses must never take a website change lightly. Aside from the SEO ramifications, users don’t always welcome a website overhaul. (Think of Facebook’s latest redesign and most marketers’ disdain of GA4). Numerous SEO horror stories revolve around disastrous site redesigns, re-platforms and relaunches. Dealing with the aftermath can be a nightmare […]
Google Android App Tests Additional Search Buttons
Google is testing a version of the Android app that include additional search buttons, many of which the iOS app has had since last year. These buttons include solve homework, identify a song, shop for products, translate text and more.
Google To Ban Ads For Concentrated Sodium Nitrite Of Over 10%
Google said starting on May 23, 2023, Google will disallow and prohibit ads that sell products with a concentration of more than 10% sodium nitrite. I am sure this may impact less than 1% of you, but I wanted to ask MidJourney to make an image of Google salt.
Google Translate In Mobile Search Adds Camera
If you do some translation-based queries in Google mobile search, you will not just see a Google logo icon but also Google testing a camera icon, to search by camera.
How to create service pages that rank and convert
Your service pages, especially if you operate entirely online, have a huge job to perform. They need to effortlessly convey exactly what you do, what you offer, and how your services benefit your ideal customer. It’s a pretty big ask. Luckily, you don’t have to start from scratch whenever you want to create a winning service page. There’s a formula to ensure you include all the most important information, helping you create a page that will rank and convert. What is a service page? A service page is a webpage on your business website that describes and explains a signature […]
Search News Buzz Video Recap: Google Reviews Update, Google Core Update�s Local Search Impact, Webspam Report, Generative AI Coming To Google Search, Bard Updates & Bing Chat Plugins
This week in search, we covered the new April 2023 reviews update that goes beyond just product reviews. We also covered the possible impact the Google March 2023 broad core update had on local search. Google’s John Mueller said they don’t…
Google: Most Links SEOs Make To Gain Rankings & Manipulate Search Are Ignored
Google’s John Mueller said that when it comes to links SEO make to manipulate search rankings and gain ranking position in Google, those links are mostly ignored by Google Search. This is a line Googlers have been saying since Penguin 4.0 came out and continue to say.
Google Removes Video Thumbnails In Search Results When Video Is Not Main Content
Google announced it will remove the video thumbnail image from the search results snippet when that video is not the main content of the page. Google said this change will impact search appearance reported metrics for videos in the performance report in Google Search Console.
7 Content Writing Trends For 2023 via @sejournal, @ronlieback
New technologies continue to become part of the content marketing landscape. Discover the seven biggest trends you should keep an eye on. The post 7 Content Writing Trends For 2023 appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Daily Search Forum Recap: April 13, 2023
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. Google says just because a site is good today…
Microsoft’s integration with Roku reveals increased engagement across CTV and search
Merging Microsoft and Roku campaigns proves to be more effective in encouraging lower-funnel search activities when executed concurrently. According to a new report from Microsoft: Television streaming triggers a surge in search behavior, with Roku TV streaming advertisements resulting in a 9% growth in brand searches per user and an 11% uptick in clicks per user. Multi-channel exposure enhances engagement, as evidenced by an almost 18% overall increase in click-through rates on the Microsoft Audience Network when users are exposed to Roku ads. When exposed to both the Microsoft Audience Network and TV streaming, users exhibit an 11% rise in […]