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YouTube Says ‘No More Confusion’: Fan Accounts Need Clear Labels
YouTube cracks down on impersonation. The company will require fan channels to identify themselves to avoid confusion and curb deception.
Microsoft Unveils Predictive Targeting, AI-Based Advertising Tool
Microsoft unveils Predictive Targeting, an AI-based advertising tool enhancing conversion rates, streamlining targeting, and offering flexible audience strategies.
Google Analytics 4 Rolls Out New Conversion Attribution Settings
Google Analytics 4 introduces customizable attribution settings, offering marketers improved insights into their Google Ads campaign’s ROI.
Google Search Console Adds INP To Core Web Vitals Report
Google prepares for 2024’s Core Web Vitals update by adding Interaction to Next Paint (INP) reporting to Search Console.
Google Ads Postpones Data-Driven Attribution Switch To Mid-July
In July, Google is removing outdated Google Ads attribution models, favoring its AI-driven model for optimized, adaptable ad performance.
Meta Expands Reels Ads To Instagram, Tests AI Features
Meta is enhancing Reels with Instagram ads, app promotions, and AI-optimized music to boost engagement and broaden advertiser reach.
Massive Leak Of ChatGPT Credentials: Over 100,000 Accounts Affected
Over 100,000 ChatGPT accounts were breached by info stealers, prompting calls for enhanced password practices and two-factor authentication.
OpenAI Considers ‘App Store’ For ChatGPT
OpenAI explores launching an ‘app store’ for AI models, potentially challenging current partners and expanding customer reach.
Google’s John Mueller Warns Against Custom Elements In Head
Custom elements in document heads can disrupt Google’s rendering, potentially harming SEO; JSON-LD offers a flexible alternative.
Removing Personal Info From Google: Insights From John Mueller
Get an in-depth view of Google’s content removal process. With insights from John Mueller, learn how to remove your personal info from search.
Google Announces Google Analytics 4 & AdSense Integration
Google announces the integration of GA4 properties with AdSense accounts, a game-changer in the realm of monitoring website performance.
Trust In Online News Shifting From Reporters To Influencers
Reuters’ 2023 Digital News Report reveals rising influence of internet celebrities in news, growing distrust in algorithms, and increasing news avoidance.
Google’s Latest Easter Egg: A Katamari Minigame
Google’s newly discovered Easter egg, a Katamari minigame, offers a fun distraction and pays tribute to the popular series.
Google’s Bard Paused in the EU. What’s Behind the Delay?
Google’s AI chatbot Bard faces launch delay in Europe over data privacy concerns amid stricter EU regulations.
Google Aims To Improve Search Quality With New Feedback Form
Google’s new search spam report form expands reportable issues, emphasizing the role of user feedback in improving search quality.
Google’s New AI-Powered Ad Campaigns: Demand Gen & Video View
Google announces Demand Gen and Video View, AI-powered ad campaigns to enhance mid-funnel reach and offer business insights.
Mark Zuckerberg’s AI Plan: Integration Across All Meta Products
Mark Zuckerberg reveals his vision for AI across Meta’s products, transforming advertising, enhancing social interactions, and simplifying Metaverse coding tasks.
Making Money On YouTube Just Got Easier
YouTube lowers the threshold for monetization and expands its affiliate program, creating new revenue opportunities for content creators.
Google Enhances Video Indexing Report In Search Console
Google enhances Search Console’s video indexing report, providing precise feedback to optimize video visibility.
ChatGPT’s Humor Isn’t Quite Human Yet, Study Finds
ChatGPT’s capacity for humor shows promise, but struggles with originality and scope, posing implications for digital marketers.
Google’s Fight Against Ad Policy Violations: An Interview with Alejandro Borgia, Director of Ad Safety
Google’s Director of Ad Safety speaks to increasing efforts to combat ad policy abuses, suspending millions of accounts, and launching the Ads Transparency Center.
LinkedIn Unveils Messaging Inbox For Company Pages
LinkedIn launches a messaging inbox for company pages, enhancing direct communication amid economic shifts.
Google Debunks The “Index Bloat” Theory
Google’s John Mueller debunks the “Index Bloat” theory, stating there’s no limit on the number of pages indexed per site.
How To Control Googlebot’s Interaction With Your Website
Google’s Search Relations team provides insights into controlling Googlebot’s interactions with webpages on the latest ‘Search Off The Record’ podcast.
Gmail Glitch Sending Newsletters To Spam, MailChimp Confirms
An issue with Gmail is redirecting newsletters to spam, affecting open rates, MailChimp confirms.
Microsoft Store Ads Go Global & New Features Revealed
Microsoft Store Ads expands globally, introducing new features to streamline advertising and broaden reach.
Google Cloud Introduces Generative AI Support In Vertex AI
The latest update to Google’s Vertex AI platform brings accessible and powerful generative AI models to a broader audience.
Google Enhances Bard’s Reasoning Skills
Google’s Bard language model enhances reasoning abilities and adds Google Sheets export functionality.
Microsoft Advertising Boosts Analytics & Global Reach In June Update
Microsoft Advertising announces Universal Event Tracking Insights, cross-device attribution model, global expansion, and integration with Pinterest.