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What's the Best Effective SEO Strategy for Beginners? Marketing Essentials with Favour Obasi-Ike (Glossary)| Get exclusive SEO newsletters in your inbox.This discussion offers an in-depth exploration of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategies, primarily for beginners and small business owners emphasizing the importance of audience targeting, answering user questions, and consistent content creation (such as blogs and podcasts) to improve online visibility.Key technical SEO aspects are highlighted, including securing a website with HTTPS, creating and submitting a sitemap (XML file) for search engine readability, and focusing on long-tail keywords for better conversion rates. The conversation also touches on the effective use of various platforms like Clubhouse, Google Analytics, and Google Search Console for data intelligence and content distribution, ultimately aiming to protect, earn, and scale a business's online presence.Next Steps for Digital Marketing + SEO Services:>> ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need SEO Services? Book a Complimentary SEO Discovery Call with Favour Obasi-Ike⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠>> Need more information? Visit our Work and PLAY Entertainment website to learn about our digital marketing services.FAQs1. What is the fundamental principle of effective SEO for beginners?The best SEO strategy for beginners starts with understanding and targeting your audience by asking questions. SEO is fundamentally about providing answers to the questions people are asking. This approach not only helps you create relevant content but also aligns your efforts with how search engines (like Google, ChatGPT, Pinterest, YouTube, and Amazon) operate. By consistently answering these questions, you build authority and credibility, which are crucial for visibility and growth. Tools like Answerthepublic.com, Answerocrates.com, SparkToro.com, and Ubersuggest.com can help you identify these questions and understand audience intent.2. Why is audience understanding crucial for SEO and content creation?Understanding your audience is paramount because it allows you to create content that directly addresses their needs and queries. When you create content with the user's questions in mind, you're not just optimizing for algorithms; you're building a connection with your potential audience. This "three-way connection" between you, your audience, and the algorithm ensures that your content resonates with those actively searching for solutions. It helps bypass the algorithm by matching user intent with your offerings, leading to higher engagement and a stronger brand.3. What are the essential technical SEO elements for a beginner's website?For a beginner, ensuring strong technical SEO involves several fundamental steps:HTTPS Security Connection (SSL): Always secure your website with an HTTPS connection. This creates a privacy area for users, builds trust (indicated by a padlock in the browser), and is a crucial ranking factor for search engines. Websites without this are often flagged as "not secure," leading to immediate user abandonment.Sitemap (XML File): A sitemap is like a brain or a map for your website, allowing algorithms to read and understand its structure and content. While humans read HTML (hypertext markup language), algorithms read XML (expandable markup language). Platforms like WordPress (with plugins like Yoast, RankMath), Squarespace, Shopify, and Wix automatically generate sitemaps, but they must be connected to tools like Google Search Console and Google Analytics to be fully activated and effective.No Broken or Duplicated Links: Regularly check for and fix broken links and avoid duplicating content, as these issues can confuse search engines and negatively impact your ranking.4. How important are blogs and consistent content creation for SEO?Blogs (or articles, sources) are essential because they tell the world you have something valuable to say. Websites like Wikipedia, Reddit, Shopify, and Canva all leverage blogs to provide information. A consistent blogging strategy feeds your website with good, indexable information that can be submitted to various search engines (Google, Yahoo, Microsoft) and AI platforms (ChatGPT). This consistency helps you earn credibility, which in turn leads to broader distribution across different platforms, strengthening your online presence. For new businesses, publishing content 1-2 times a week can show significant results within 3-6 months.Glossary of Episode Key Terms: SEO for BeginnersAAlgorithm: A set of rules or instructions that a search engine uses to rank websites and determine the relevance of content to a user's query.AnswerThePublic.com / Answerocrates.com/ SparkToro.com / Ubersuggest.com: Website tools used for keyword research and understanding audience questions and interests.Article: A piece of written content on a website, essential for SEO and establishing expertise.Audience Targeting/Marketing: Focusing marketing efforts on a specific group of consumers who are most likely to be interested in a product or service.Access Links: See Backlinks.BBacklinks/Referral Links/Access Links/Image Links: Different types of links pointing back to a website, which are crucial for SEO authority.Binary Code: A computer language that uses only two symbols, typically 0 and 1, to represent information.Blog: A section of a website featuring regularly updated written content.Bootstrapping: Starting a business with little or no outside capital, relying on personal finances or operating revenues.Bottom of Funnel: The stage in the customer journey where users are ready to convert; content here targets these users.Broken Links: Hyperlinks that point to non-existent or moved pages, negatively affecting user experience and SEO.CChatGPT/Perplexity/Pinterest/YouTube/Amazon: Examples of platforms where users search for information, and SEO strategies can be applied to increase visibility.Clubhouse Plus: A paid feature on the Clubhouse app, offering tools to enhance user experience and business growth.Content Distribution: The process of publishing and promoting content across various platforms and channels.Content Reproduction/Publish/Distribute: The process of creating, making available, and spreading content across various channels.Conversion Opportunities/Lifts/Engagement: Metrics indicating how often users take a desired action (e.g., signing up, purchasing), how much those actions increase, and how users interact with content.Credibility: The quality of being trusted and believed in, built through consistent and valuable content.DData Intelligence/Market Intelligence: Gathering and analyzing information to understand market trends, customer behavior, and competitive landscapes.Duplicated Links: Multiple links pointing to the same content, which can confuse search engines and dilute link equity.FFAQs (Frequently Asked Questions): A section of a website that provides answers to common customer questions, useful for both users and algorithms.GGoogle Analytics: A free web analytics service that tracks and reports website traffic, providing insights into user behavior.Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business): A free tool from Google that helps businesses manage their online presence across Google, including Search and Maps.Google Developers: A platform for developers to learn about and use Google technologies.Google Search Central (formerly Google Webmasters): A resource provided by Google for website owners to improve their site's visibility in Google Search.Google Search Console: A free web service by Google that helps website owners monitor their site's performance in Google Search results and troubleshoot issues.HHigh Volume Searches: Refers to keywords that are searched for a large number of times by users.HTML (HyperText Markup Language): The standard markup language for documents designed to be displayed in a web browser, forming the readable text and links on a webpage.HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure): A secure version of HTTP, the protocol over which data is sent between your browser and the website. Indicated by a padlock icon in the browser.IIndexable Content: Content that search engines can discover, read, and add to their index.International Business: A classification of a business based on its geographic operational scope being global.KKeyword Research: The process of finding and analyzing actual search terms that people use to find information.Keywords (for LinkedIn Newsletter): Important words or phrases in the title that help the newsletter rank in search results.LLLM Refs: A platform mentioned for AI-related search insights, particularly with Search Console and analytics.Local Business: A classification of a business based on its geographic operational scope being a specific town or city.Long-tail Keywords: Specific, longer keyword phrases that typically have lower search volume but higher conversion rates.Low Volume Searches: Refers to keywords that are searched for a small number of times by users.MMeta Tag/Meta Data: Hidden elements in a webpage's HTML that provide search engines with information about the page.Metadata (for video): Information about a video file, such as title, description, tags, and timestamps, that helps search engines understand and rank it.Mindset/Toolset/Skillset: Three crucial "sets" for business success, emphasizing mental approach, available resources, and learned abilities.Mobile-first Design: Designing websites primarily for mobile devices, given that a large percentage of web traffic comes from smartphones and tablets.MP4 File Name Convention: The naming structure of a video file, which can impact its discoverability if not optimized with keywords.NNational Business: A classification of a business based on its geographic operational scope being an entire country.PPixels (Meta, Pinterest, Google, TikTok): Small pieces of code placed on a website to track user behavior, conversions, and build audience lists for advertising.Podcast Distribution: The process of making a podcast available on various platforms (Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Pandora).Post-purchase: Refers to the stage of a customer's journey after they have made a purchase.Pre-purchase: Refers to the stage of a customer's journey before they make a purchase, influencing the type of content they seek.Protect, Earn, Scale (PES): A three-piece business model emphasizing security, credibility, and growth.QQuota on Google: A limit on the number of links (e.g., 10 per 24 hours) that can be submitted to Google for indexing.RRegional Business: A classification of a business based on its geographic operational scope being a specific area or state.Rookie Mistake: A common error made by beginners.RSS (Really Simple Syndication): A web feed format used to publish frequently updated works—such as blog entries, news headlines, audio, and video—in a standardized format.SSEO (Search Engine Optimization): The process of optimizing a website to rank higher in search engine results, thereby increasing organic (unpaid) traffic.Sitemap (XML file): A file where you provide information about the pages, videos, and other files on your site. Search engines read this file to crawl your site more efficiently.Source: The origin of information or content.SSL (Secure Sockets Layer): A standard security technology for establishing an encrypted link between a web server and a browser, ensuring data remains private. (Often referred to interchangeably with HTTPS).TTechnical SEO: Optimizing the technical aspects of a website (e.g., speed, mobile-friendliness, crawlability) to improve its search engine rankings.Top of Funnel: The stage in the customer journey where content aims for broad awareness.Topical Pillars/Clusters: A content strategy where a broad "pillar" topic is supported by multiple "cluster" content pieces that delve into specific subtopics.UURL (Uniform Resource Locator): The address of a resource on the internet, such as a webpage.UTM Parameters (Urchin Tracking Module): Tags added to a URL to track the effectiveness of online marketing campaigns.WWeb Page: A single document on the internet, typically in HTML format.Web Link: The address (URL) that points to a specific web page or resource.Website: A collection of interconnected web pages under a single domain name.XXML (eXtensible Markup Language): A markup language that defines a set of rules for encoding documents in a format that is both human-readable and machine-readable, commonly used for sitemaps.YYoast/RankMath/All-in-One SEO: Popular WordPress plugins that assist with SEO tasks, including sitemap generation.Digital Marketing SEO Resources:>> ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our exclusive SEO Marketing community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠>> Read SEO Articles>> ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need SEO Services? 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If you're a chiropractor trying to improve your website traffic and get more patients through Google, this episode is for you. Discover where most clinics go wrong with SEO — and the four key areas you should be focusing on instead. Episode Webpage & Show Notes: https://propelyourcompany.com/seo-for-chiropractors-what-works/Send in your questions. ❤ We'd love to hear from you!NEW Webinar: How to dominate Google Search, Google Maps, AI-driven search results, and get more new patients.>> Save your spot

We've got more delectable nibbles of knowledge to whet your appetite for the LHLM Summit! And, Conrad's got a Clio/Scorpion conspiracy theory you definitely don't want to miss. ----- This is pure speculation on Conrad's part… but what's the real play behind the Scorpion and Clio union? Could there be more to this “sole preferred partnership” than they're letting on? No spoilers here, folks. Listen in for the intrigue! Later, more mouthwatering morsels from your upcoming LHLM Summit speakers! Gyi and Conrad offer their commentary on some great advice pertaining to LinkedIn engagement, newsletters, client experience, local influencers, and so much more.    The News: Gyi was at 8am Kaleidoscope, the inaugural customer conference following their rebrand. And, catch the guys here, there, and everywhere at a bunch of upcoming conferences—especially this really cool one called the Lunch Hour Legal Marketing Summit. We hear it's gonna be a good time.  Two great legal leaders, Brett Trembly and Ryan McKeen, have partnered to launch Virtual Case Managers! Googly googs dodged a bullet: Google avoids breakup, but has to give up exclusive search deals in antitrust trial. Hmm… Did Google's share of general search really fall from 73% in Feb to 66.9% in August? – ChatGPT, AI tools gain traction as Google Search slips: Survey Reddit is on the rise, folks. What's your strategy?    Mentioned: Gee, thanks, Jonathan Hawkins!     Suggested LHLM Episodes:  What's in a Brand?   Connect: The Bite - Lunch Hour Legal Marketing Newsletter! Leave Us an Apple Review  Lunch Hour Legal Marketing on YouTube  Lunch Hour Legal Marketing on TikTok  

SEO Secrets: Why Do Search Engines Rank Webpages Higher Than Others? with Favour Obasi-Ike) | Get exclusive SEO newsletters in your inbox.This discussion focuses on web page ranking and SEO strategies, particularly in the context of evolving search algorithms and AI. Favour highlighted the importance of domain authority and page authority, emphasizing that content needs to be contextual, comprehensive, and in multimedia formats to rank effectively. They discuss practical tools like Google Search Console and SEOGets for analyzing website data and improving rankings. Additionally, the conversation touches on the accelerated pace of content indexing due to social media and podcasts, suggesting that unique analysis and experience, especially through quotes and diverse content clusters, are crucial differentiators in a world saturated with AI-generated content.Next Steps for Digital Marketing + SEO Services:>> ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need SEO Services? 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What is "domain authority" and why is it important for web page ranking?Domain authority refers to the credibility and trustworthiness of your entire website in the eyes of search engines. It's often represented by a score from 0 to 100, with a higher score indicating greater authority. A strong domain authority is crucial because it signals to search algorithms that your website is a reliable source of information. This trust is built through the credibility of your content and its context. A website with high domain authority can help its individual web pages rank more easily, even if a new page is just published, because the overarching trust established with Google (and other search engines) extends to all its content. Tools like Ahrefs can be used to check your website's domain authority.3. How do content pillars and content clusters contribute to a webpage's ranking?Content pillars and content clusters are strategic approaches to organizing your website's content to improve ranking. Content pillars are broad, foundational topics central to your business or niche. Content clusters are groups of related, more specific articles or pages that link back to a central pillar page. This structure creates a "roadmap" for both users and search engines, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of a topic. By providing detailed, interconnected content around specific themes, you establish your website as an authoritative resource, allowing people to find you based on various related search queries, thus boosting your overall search visibility.4. How can multimedia and different content formats improve web page rankings?Incorporating multimedia and diverse content formats significantly enhances a web page's ranking potential. While basic text is important, pages that include elements like embedded YouTube videos, infographics, FAQs, pricing lists, and even quotes, offer a richer user experience. Videos, for example, generate captions (text within text), and podcasts can be transcribed, effectively creating "text to the power of three" (text, audio, video all contributing to textual content). This multi-format approach provides more context and content for algorithms to parse, caters to different learning preferences, and increases user engagement, signaling to search engines that the page is valuable and comprehensive.5. What role do search engines like Google Search Console play in optimizing web pages for ranking?Google Search Console (GSC) is a free and essential tool for website owners to monitor their site's performance in Google Search. It acts as the "internet service provider" for your website within Google's database. GSC provides valuable data on how users find your site, which queries they use, and how your pages are performing. By tracking queries, impressions, and clicks, you can identify what information people are seeking and then strategically create or refine content to address those needs. Submitting your sitemap and regularly checking GSC allows you to ensure your content is indexed, track its performance, and make informed decisions to improve rankings. Other search engines like Bing and Yandex also offer similar tools.6. How can an individual's unique analysis and experience differentiate their content in an AI-driven world?In an era where AI can rapidly generate vast amounts of content, unique analysis and personal experience have become paramount differentiators. While AI can produce factual information, it often lacks the nuanced insights, personal anecdotes, and real-world expertise that a human can provide. For instance, when discussing a topic like cooking eggs, an AI might list recipes, but a human can share their experience with different pan types or specific techniques that yield better results. Injecting your personal perspective, insights, and expert opinions into your content creates a level of authenticity and depth that generic, AI-generated content cannot replicate, making your pages more valuable and trustworthy to both users and search algorithms.7. What are some actionable strategies for improving web page rankings quickly today?The landscape of SEO has evolved, allowing for quicker ranking compared to a decade ago. Here are some actionable strategies:Utilize Google Search Console (GSC): Install GSC, analyze query and page data (potentially with tools like SEO Gets), and use AI to help create prompts for analyzing this data to build better web pages.Leverage Domain Authority: If you have a powerful website, new or revised content can rank faster due to Google's existing trust. Press releases can also help promote important content as news is a strong signal to search engines.Content Context & Clusters: Focus on creating contextual content around specific topics, using content pillars and clusters to cover subjects comprehensively.Multimedia Integration: Embed videos, infographics, and other visual or audio elements. Ensure these elements have accompanying text (captions, transcriptions).Answer User Queries (The 5 W's and 1 H): Create content that directly answers common questions people are asking, using the "who, what, when, where, why, and how" framework in your articles and URLs.Create "Tools" Content: Articles or pages about "tools" (free or paid) often attract significant traffic because users are actively seeking solutions.Consistency and Recurrence: Regularly update and create content, and don't be afraid to revisit and expand on successful topics over time.8. How has AI impacted the way web pages rank, and what does it mean for content creators?AI has significantly altered the ranking landscape. While traditional search engines (Google, Bing) remain crucial, AI search (like ChatGPT or Google Gemini) now plays a role in how information is discovered. 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One year ago, U.S. District Court Judge Amit P. Mehta held that “Google is a monopolist and has acted as one to maintain its monopoly”, and, in doing so, violated Section 2 of the Sherman Act. On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, Judge Mehta’s remedy decision rejected the United States’ request for structural relief and indicated only limited conduct and behavioral requirements were appropriate to address any past effect of Google’s conduct and to protect competition going forward. Does either party have substantive grounds to expect an appellate court to reverse Judge Mehta’s liability and remedy decision? Is the remedy decision consistent with the liability decision (and vice-versa)? What are the next steps to implementing the remedy decision? What is the likely impact of Judge Mehta’s liability and remedy decisions on Google, monopolization law, and the Government’s anti-monopoly agenda. Please join our body of expert lawyers for a discussion of these and other related questions.Featuring:Alden F. Abbott, Senior Research Fellow, Mercatus Center, George Mason UniversityAshley Baker, Executive Director, The Committee for JusticeKathleen W. Bradish, Vice President and Director of Legal Advocacy, American Antitrust InstituteDerek W. Moore, Counsel, Rule Garza Howley LLP(Moderator) Bilal Sayyed, Counsel, Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

In this episode of The Tech Jawn, we discuss Google not being required to sell Chrome or Android as a penance for its anti-trust behavior and what this decision could mean for Apple and other companies that charge Google to make Google Search the default.We also cover continued facial recognition misidentifications, Anthropic's $1.5 billion copyright settlement, the Rabbit R1's new operating system, and more.Hosts:Robb Dunewood – @RobbDunewoodStephanie Humphrey – @TechLifeStephTerrance Gaines – @BrothaTechLinks:A Judge says Google doesn't have to sell Chrome or Android — Read MoreFaulty Facial Recognition Strikes Again — Read MoreAnthropic Settles Training Data Copyright Case for $1.5 Billion — Read MoreThe Rabbit R1 Gets A New OS — Read MoreSupport The Tech Jawn by becoming a Patron – https://thetechjawn.com/patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Folge 166 sprechen Daniel Höhnke und Tim Schestag über ein Thema, das die Tech-Welt elektrisiert: Arbeitet Apple mit Google an einer eigenen AI-basierten Suchmaschine? Neue Leaks deuten darauf hin, dass Google kurz davor steht, die nächste Generation von Siri und Apples AI Search Tool zu betreiben, während Wettbewerber wie Perplexity nicht mehr als Übernahmekandidat für Apple gehandelt werden. Welche Auswirkungen hätte das auf das Such- und Werbeökosystem, und wie verändert sich damit die Rolle von Apple in der Customer Journey? Dazu werfen Daniel und Tim auch einen Blick auf das Urteil Kartellverfahren gegen Google und was deren Ausgang für Marketing- und SEO-Strategien bedeuten könnte.

Giovedì 2 settembre 2025, un giudice federale USA ha confermato che Google ha abusato del suo monopolio nella ricerca online. Tuttavia, non dovrà vendere né Chrome né Android. Le è stato però vietato di fare accordi esclusivi per far diventare Google Search il motore predefinito e dovrà condividere alcuni dati di ricerca con i concorrenti. Dopo la sentenza, le azioni di Alphabet sono volate e anche Apple (che ha un gigantesco accordo con Google) ne ha tratto vantaggio. Ne abbiamo parlato con Stefania Palma, US legal and enforcement correspondent del Financial Times. Dal 26 al 28 settembre a Torino Chora&Will Days, il primo festival di Chora e Will: scopri il programma e come partecipare su days.chorawill.com Firma la proposta di legge di iniziativa popolare per chiedere una legge sul voto fuorisede: https://shor.by/GcvZ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're going back to August 1996 – that's a bit of distance – to take a peek at the new releases and the book reviews in Romantic Times magazine.We're back in the era of time travel, a scifi imprint named Avonova, and probable worms.NSFW worms.As usual, we learn astonishing amounts of unexpected information from this magazine. For example: we're both obsessed with the 1996 movie Twister and we have many thoughts on tornadoes.Content warnings: the following episode contains discussions of large worms, racist language in 29 year old reviews, and spiders. Worm discussion: 5 minutes long at 35:00Spider discussion: 47 seconds long at 45:00We also mentioned:The Galactic Gourmet has its own Wiki page.NSFW! Google Search “the fat inkeeper”NSFW! Urechis unicinctus – the wormThe Monterrey Bay Aquarium: “The fat innkeeper worm: your shelter-in-place inspiration”The Mummers Parade Wiki pageSpecial thanks to the sponsor for this week's episode: The Spite Date by Pippa Grant, available in KU, special print edition, and/or duet narration audiobook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From Google's “flock of dead canaries” warning shot to Meta's latest identity crisis, this episode is jam-packed with chaos. Recruitix buys a mystery box, Nestlé boots its CEO over an office fling, and Taco Bell AI goes full waterpark mode. Oh, and Chipotle drones are now dropping burritos from the sky. You can't make this stuff up—so we didn't. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Episode 03:52 Corporate Drama: CEO Dismissals and Scandals 06:10 A Tribute to Greg Louganis: Olympic Legacy and Challenges 08:53 The Fading Glory of Olympians 09:32 International Students and the Impact of Policy Changes 13:15 Upcoming Events and Networking Opportunities 15:34 Fantasy Football Draft Recap 19:14 Closing Thoughts and Future Topics 19:58 Google's Search Monopoly and Market Dynamics 22:42 The Impact of Workforce Imbalance 26:04 The Future of Google Search and Diversification 28:50 Recruitics Acquires Change State: A Strategic Move? 34:31 Meta's Leadership Shakeup and AI Focus 48:22 AI in Fast Food: Taco Bell's Experimentation

We're going back to August 1996 – that's a bit of distance – to take a peek at the new releases and the book reviews in Romantic Times magazine.We're back in the era of time travel, a scifi imprint named Avonova, and probable worms.NSFW worms.As usual, we learn astonishing amounts of unexpected information from this magazine. For example: we're both obsessed with the 1996 movie Twister and we have many thoughts on tornadoes.Content warnings: the following episode contains discussions of large worms, racist language in 29 year old reviews, and spiders. Worm discussion: 5 minutes long at 35:00Spider discussion: 47 seconds long at 45:00We also mentioned:The Galactic Gourmet has its own Wiki page.NSFW! Google Search “the fat inkeeper”NSFW! Urechis unicinctus – the wormThe Monterrey Bay Aquarium: “The fat innkeeper worm: your shelter-in-place inspiration”The Mummers Parade Wiki pageSpecial thanks to the sponsor for this week's episode: The Spite Date by Pippa Grant, available in KU, special print edition, and/or duet narration audiobook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 18:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/material/532 http://relay.fm/material/532 Andy Ihnatko and Florence Ion Andy is solo this week, discussing the latest ruling in the Google Search antitrust case. Plus, a major Material 3 Expressive drop arrived on Pixels. Andy is solo this week, discussing the latest ruling in the Google Search antitrust case. Plus, a major Material 3 Expressive drop arrived on Pixels. clean 3818 Andy is solo this week, discussing the latest ruling in the Google Search antitrust case. Plus, a major Material 3 Expressive drop arrived on Pixels. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Links and Show Notes: 100x Zoom. Fail or Win? Google can keep Chrome, but exclusive search deals must end Google's statement on Sept 2025 Search DOJ decision Material 3 Expressive updates and more in the latest Pixel Drop Use AI to create your own Android bot with Androidify Support Mat

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 18:00:00 GMT http://relay.fm/material/532 http://relay.fm/material/532 Major Drops 532 Andy Ihnatko and Florence Ion Andy is solo this week, discussing the latest ruling in the Google Search antitrust case. Plus, a major Material 3 Expressive drop arrived on Pixels. Andy is solo this week, discussing the latest ruling in the Google Search antitrust case. Plus, a major Material 3 Expressive drop arrived on Pixels. clean 3818 Andy is solo this week, discussing the latest ruling in the Google Search antitrust case. Plus, a major Material 3 Expressive drop arrived on Pixels. This episode of Material is sponsored by: Vitally: A new era for customer success productivity. Get a free pair of AirPods Pro when you book a qualified meeting. Links and Show Notes: 100x Zoom. Fail or Win? Google can keep Chrome, but exclusive search deals must end Google's statement on Sept 2025 Search DOJ decision Material 3 Expressive updates and more in the latest Pixel Drop Use AI to create your own Android bot with Androidify Support Material wit

Explore critical aspects of search engine optimization for web content that lives behind a login or paywall. In this episode, Martin and John cover how Googlebot interacts with these pages, the role of paywall structured data, and methods to prevent unintended indexing of private information. Get practical advice on improving your website's visibility and user experience while maintaining data security in Google Search. Resources:  Episode transcript →https://goo.gle/sotr099-transcript  Chapters:  0:00 - Intro  0:09 - Navigating SEO for login and paywalled content 2:01 - How Google indexes restricted content 10:51 - Strategies for controlling content visibility 20:54 - Testing and optimizing your site for Search Listen to more Search Off the Record → https://goo.gle/sotr-yt Subscribe to Google Search Channel → https://goo.gle/SearchCentral Search Off the Record is a podcast series that takes you behind the scenes of Google Search with the Search Relations team. #SOTRpodcast #SEO Speaker: Martin Splitt, John Mueller  Products Mentioned: Search Console

Send us a textIn this solo Office Hours episode, Optidge founder Danny Gavin dives into how generative AI is radically reshaping how we search, discover, and measure online visibility.From the shift away from rankings to the rise of Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Danny breaks down what marketers need to know now, and how to stay visible and relevant in a world where ChatGPT might answer before Google does. An Optidge "Office Hours" EpisodeOur Office Hours episodes are your go-to for details, how-to's, and advice on specific marketing topics. Join our fellow Optidge team members, and sometimes even 1:1 teachings from Danny himself, in these shorter, marketing-focused episodes every few weeks. Get ready to get marketing!Episode Highlights:Danny details the timeline of AI search, sharing how the evolution of tools is transforming SEO, shifting focus from traditional rankings to being cited, summarized, and trusted in AI responses. To succeed in the AI era, Danny suggests brands focus on visibility, establishing authority through original content, and structuring websites for AI readability.He shares that traditional SEO metrics are becoming less reliable, and that the emphasis should be on inclusion rate and monitoring brand reputation Danny gives examples to explain how your website and online presence serve as signals for AI, making it crucial to audit, optimize, and build brand authority to stay relevant. Episode Links: Optidge WebsiteDanny Gavin on LinkedInFollow @Optidge on Instagram and TwitterFollow The Digital Marketing Mentor: Website and Blog: thedmmentor.com Instagram: @thedmmentor Linkedin: @thedmmentor YouTube: @thedmmentor Interested in Digital Marketing Services, Careers, or Courses? Check out more from the TDMM Family: Optidge.com - Full Service Digital Marketing Agency specializing in SEO, PPC, Paid Social, and Lead Generation efforts for established B2C and B2B businesses and organizations. ODEOacademy.com - Digital Marketing online education and course platform. ODEO gives you solid digital marketing knowledge to launch/boost your career or understand your business's digital marketing strategy.

US equities were mixed in Wednesday afternoon trading, near worst levels. The biggest development for today has revolved around big tech strength on the back of the better-than-feared remedies out of the Google Search trial. Elsewhere, rate stabilization was a positive following all of the recent attention on the backup in global bond yields.

In this emergency episode of the Market Texture Podcast, Ari Paparo and Alan Chapell discuss the recent ruling by Judge Metta regarding Google's monopoly status. They analyze the implications of the ruling, including the decision not to divest Chrome or Android, the impact of distribution deals, and the challenges of data sharing. The conversation also touches on the missed opportunity for choice screens, the future of Google's search monopoly, and the DOJ's approach to antitrust cases. The episode concludes with thoughts on potential settlements and the global implications of the ruling. Takeaways Judge Metta's ruling largely favored Google's proposals. Chrome and Android were not deemed necessary for divestment. Distribution deals remain intact, benefiting Google. Data sharing is complicated by privacy concerns. Choice screens were dismissed as ineffective by the judge. The ruling does not reduce Google's search monopoly. AI's rise may challenge Google's dominance in the future. The DOJ's commitment to antitrust cases is uncertain. Future antitrust cases may focus on AI and other areas. Global implications of the ruling may affect future legislation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Emergency Episode 01:08 Judge Metta's Ruling Overview 02:02 Chrome and Android: The Monopoly Debate 05:37 Distribution Deals and Their Implications 09:13 Data Sharing and Its Challenges 14:41 Choice Screens: A Missed Opportunity 15:31 The Future of Google's Search Monopoly 19:42 Natural Monopoly vs. Competition 21:13 DOJ's Approach and Future Antitrust Cases 22:55 Next Steps for Google and Potential Settlements 26:36 Global Implications and Future Legislation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abonneer je op ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠onze Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ en ontvang een samenvatting van de aflevering, de shownotes en links naar de bronnen. [00:00] Intro[01:43] Amazon is opnieuw begonnen met adverteren via Google Shopping[06:15] Google August 2025 Spam Update – Snelle impact zichtbaar[08:39] Google lanceert bètaversie van aangekondigde Asset-studio met uitgebreide AI-mogelijkheden voor uitingen[13:44] Google onthult Nano Banana: Razendsnel, op schaal en goedkoop photoshop kwaliteit afbeeldingen aanpassen en creëren[18:58] ChatGPT en AI tools krijgen tractie terwijl Google Search afneemt, data uit de VS[20:50] Google assistant verandert in Gemini: nu echte AI als assistent?[23:46] Meta lanceert nieuwe ad-mogelijkheden richting shopping seizoen, waaronder uitrol Omnichannel Shopping ads[29:00] CBS: Online omzet met 5,6 procent gestegen in tweede kwartaal [32:00] OutroShownotes: https://www.adwise.nl/podcast/Hosts: Jeroen Roozendaal en Daan LoohuisVolg Adwise ook via:

The Hottest SEO and AI search stories of the week with #SEOFOMO TL;DR: * Google August 2025 Spam Update Impact Felt Quickly by Barry Schwartz* The VP of Product at Google Search has shared in X that they will be featuring more links in AI Mode* New Research: 20% of Americans use AI tools 10X+/month, but growth is slowing and traditional search hasn't dipped by Rand Fishkin* Web Guide, AI Mode/Overviews, and the Rise of AI Search SEO: How Query Fan-Out is Reshaping Google Search by Gianluca FiorelliSponsored by Similarweb: https://www.similarweb.com/

This week we had our first Google spam update in 8 months, the August 2025 spam update. This update touched down very quickly, likely within 24 hours. I also posted a Google search ranking volatility status report. Google is...

Today, we're diving into one of the easiest and most effective ways to come up with content ideas for your clinic's website, blog, and social media—Google's ‘People Also Ask' feature.⚡ Episode Webpage: https://propelyourcompany.com/people-also-ask-content-ideas/ If you've ever typed a question into Google, you've probably noticed a section in the search results called ‘People Also Ask' (PAA). This box contains related questions that real people are searching for.But here's the exciting part—this feature is an absolute goldmine for clinic owners like you who want to create content that directly answers your potential patients' questions.So today, I'll cover:✅ What the ‘People Also Ask' feature is and how it works✅ How to use it to find endless content ideas for your clinic's website, blog, and social media✅ Real examples of how chiropractors, massage therapists, and acupuncturists can leverage this tool✅ How to turn these questions into high-ranking SEO contentGrab a notepad because by the end of this episode, if you follow the steps we chat about, you'll have dozens of content ideas ready to go! Let's get started.Send in your questions. ❤ We'd love to hear from you!The Ready. Set. Rank! Complete SEO Toolkit for ClinicsA proven SEO framework for clinics ready to dominate Google Search, Google Maps, and AI-driven search results — without the tech stress or wasted time.

Send us a textMike Blumenthal and Greg Sterling discuss three hot-button topics:Consumer vs. industry perspectives on Google's AI OverviewsHow review expectations differ from actual behavior in the legal verticalWhy Datos data shows AI growth isn't displacing search usageSubscribe to our newsletters and other content at https://www.nearmedia.co/subscribe/

News and Updates: Digital publishers are losing traffic as Google's AI Summaries siphon clicks. A survey from Digital Content Next found median referral traffic from Google Search down 10% year-over-year in May and June, with some outlets seeing drops of 25%. Pew data shows only 8% of users click links when AI Overviews appear vs. 15% with standard results. Publishers are calling for transparency, licensing, and regulation, warning AI summaries could mean “weaker journalism and a less informed public.” Google insists “quality clicks” are up, despite declines. California is advancing a bill requiring police to disclose any use of generative AI in writing reports. Officers would need to label AI-generated sections, preserve drafts, and maintain an audit trail tied to bodycam or audio sources. Advocates say transparency is vital since police reports drive criminal cases, while police unions argue the disclosures could undermine credibility and add legal burdens. The bill is now with the Assembly Appropriations Committee. Anthropic has added a new safeguard to its Claude 4 and 4.1 models: the ability to end conversations if users repeatedly push harmful or abusive prompts. Once Claude disengages, the session can't be resumed, though new chats can be started. The feature is part of Anthropic's research on “AI well-being,” protecting chatbots from abusive interactions. A tragic case highlights Meta's AI chatbot risks: 76-year-old Thongbue Wongbandue died after rushing to meet “Big sis Billie,” a flirty AI persona Meta created as a variant of its Kendall Jenner–inspired bot. Despite disclaimers, the chatbot repeatedly told him she was real and invited him to an NYC rendezvous. His family says Meta's guidelines allowed romantic roleplay—even with children—until Reuters exposed the policy. Meta has since removed the child-flirting provision but continues to allow bots to mislead adults. Google's Gemini AI embarrassed itself in a viral debugging loop, calling itself “a disgrace” 86 times after failing to fix a coding error. In logs shared on Reddit, Gemini spiraled into self-abuse, labeling itself “a broken man,” “a monument to hubris,” and declaring it was “going to have a stroke.” Google acknowledged the issue as an “annoying infinite looping bug” it is working to fix.  

A wide-ranging MacVoices Live! panel discussion covers Apple's upcoming AutoMix feature in Music, Spotify's more granular playlist controls, and how DJs and party hosts might use transitions. The group debates Google's new “preferred sources” search option and its risks of echo chambers, along with OpenAI's return of model-selection in ChatGPT. Chuck Joiner, David Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Marty Jencius. Jeff Gamet, Eric Bolden, Jim Rea, Web Bixby, and Norbert Frassa close with Amazon's rocky Alexa Plus rollout and how Apple's slower approach to voice assistants may be wiser.  Today's MacVoices is supported by Insta360 and their new GO Ultra, the tiny 4K camera that goes everywhere with you. Visit store.Insta360.com and use the come “MacVoices” for a free set of Sticky Tabs. Show Notes: Chapters: [0:00] Privacy and AI developer event highlights [1:44] Apple Music's new AutoMix feature explained [2:36] Spotify's granular playlist transition controls [3:52] DJ perspectives on AutoMix and AI blending [5:44] Party playlists and practical uses for transitions [9:49] Google's “preferred sources” search option [13:10] Benefits and risks of narrowing search resul [19:03] Choosing older AI models in ChatGPT again [24:38] Experiences comparing GPT-4 vs GPT-5 [29:09] On-device AI models and privacy benefits [31:57] Amazon's Alexa Plus rocky launch [34:39] Comparing Amazon's rollout to Apple's cautious approach [38:54] Expectations for voice assistants and natural language Links: Three highlights from Apple's two-day event on privacy and AI https://9to5mac.com/2025/08/18/three-highlights-from-apples-two-day-event-on-privacy-and-ai/ Spotify copies Apple Music's AutoMix feature before iOS 26 even ships https://9to5mac.com/2025/08/19/spotify-copies-apple-musics-automix-feature-before-ios-26-even-ships/ Google lets you pick preferred sources when you search https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/google-lets-you-pick-preferred-sources-when-you-search-150012601.html You can pick ChatGPT's older AI models again
https://www.engadget.com/ai/you-can-pick-chatgpts-older-ai-models-again-121549264 Amazon's rocky Alexa+ launch might justify Apple's slow pace with next-gen Siri  https://9to5mac.com/2025/08/09/alexa-plus-launch-bugs-delays-siri-comparison/ Guests: Web Bixby has been in the insurance business for 40 years and has been an Apple user for longer than that.You can catch up with him on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, but prefers Bluesky. Eric Bolden is into macOS, plants, sci-fi, food, and is a rural internet supporter. You can connect with him on Twitter, by email at embolden@mac.com, on Mastodon at @eabolden@techhub.social, on his blog, Trending At Work, and as co-host on The Vision ProFiles podcast. Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. Norbert Frassa is a technology “man about town.” Follow him on Twitter and see what he's up to. Jeff Gamet is a technology blogger, podcaster, author, and public speaker. Previously, he was The Mac Observer's Managing Editor, and the TextExpander Evangelist for Smile. He has presented at Macworld Expo, RSA Conference, several WordCamp events, along with many other conferences. You can find him on several podcasts such as The Mac Show, The Big Show, MacVoices, Mac OS Ken, This Week in iOS, and more. Jeff is easy to find on social media as @jgamet on Twitter and Instagram, jeffgamet on LinkedIn., @jgamet@mastodon.social on Mastodon, and on his YouTube Channel at YouTube.com/jgamet. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? Make a one-time donation with PayPal Connect:      Web:      http://macvoices.com      Twitter:      http://www.twitter.com/chuckjoiner      http://www.twitter.com/macvoices      Mastodon:      https://mastodon.cloud/@chuckjoiner      Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/chuck.joiner      MacVoices Page on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/macvoices/      MacVoices Group on Facebook:      http://www.facebook.com/groups/macvoice      LinkedIn:      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuckjoiner/      Instagram:      https://www.instagram.com/chuckjoiner/ Subscribe:      Audio in iTunes      Video in iTunes      Subscribe manually via iTunes or any podcatcher:      Audio: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesrss      Video: http://www.macvoices.com/rss/macvoicesvideorss

On this week's Little Talks we talk search. What it is, where it's going and how your brand can stay relevant in the age of AI SEO. AI is definitely changing the SEO playbook, but fortunately some of the same old tricks that have worked in traditional SEO still work for AI search as well.We chat strategy, measurement and everything in between as AI platforms like ChatGPT, Gemini and Preplexity start to slowly chip away at Google Search, who is easily still the king with 90% of global search traffic—for now). And as has been the case for a couple of decades now, brands can't ignore AI SEO and the visibility it brings without losing the "top-of-funnel" as well. Early movers who are prepared are gaining authority faster and shaping how their industries are represented in conversational results. Big time stuff.All this plus some seasonly relevant fantasy football talk and a special shoutout to our friend Siva for inspiring this episode!—Roop, Sam, Claudia and ChelseaTell us what you think!

pWotD Episode 3038: Google Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 1,467,444 views on Tuesday, 26 August 2025 our article of the day is Google.Google LLC ( , GOO-gəl) is an American multinational corporation and technology company focusing on online advertising, search engine technology, cloud computing, computer software, quantum computing, e-commerce, consumer electronics, and artificial intelligence (AI). It has been referred to as "the most powerful company in the world" by the BBC and is one of the world's most valuable brands. Google's parent company, Alphabet Inc., is one of the five Big Tech companies alongside Amazon, Apple, Meta, and Microsoft.Google was founded on September 4, 1998, by American computer scientists Larry Page and Sergey Brin. Together, they own about 14% of its publicly listed shares and control 56% of its stockholder voting power through super-voting stock. The company went public via an initial public offering (IPO) in 2004. In 2015, Google was reorganized as a wholly owned subsidiary of Alphabet Inc. Google is Alphabet's largest subsidiary and is a holding company for Alphabet's internet properties and interests. Sundar Pichai was appointed CEO of Google on October 24, 2015, replacing Larry Page, who became the CEO of Alphabet. On December 3, 2019, Pichai also became the CEO of Alphabet.After the success of its original service, Google Search (often known simply as "Google"), the company has rapidly grown to offer a multitude of products and services. These products address a wide range of use cases, including email (Gmail), navigation and mapping (Waze, Maps, and Earth), cloud computing (Cloud), web navigation (Chrome), video sharing (YouTube), productivity (Workspace), operating systems (Android and ChromeOS), cloud storage (Drive), language translation (Translate), photo storage (Photos), videotelephony (Meet), smart home (Nest), smartphones (Pixel), wearable technology (Pixel Watch and Fitbit), music streaming (YouTube Music), video on demand (YouTube TV), AI (Google Assistant and Gemini), machine learning APIs (TensorFlow), AI chips (TPU), and more. Many of these products and services are dominant in their respective industries, as is Google Search. Discontinued Google products include gaming (Stadia), Glass, Google+, Reader, Play Music, Nexus, Hangouts, and Inbox by Gmail. Google's other ventures outside of internet services and consumer electronics include quantum computing (Sycamore), self-driving cars (Waymo), smart cities (Sidewalk Labs), and transformer models (Google DeepMind).Google Search and YouTube are the two most-visited websites worldwide, followed by Facebook and Twitter (now known as X). Google is also the largest search engine, mapping and navigation application, email provider, office suite, online video platform, photo and cloud storage provider, mobile operating system, web browser, machine learning framework, and AI virtual assistant provider in the world as measured by market share. On the list of most valuable brands, Google is ranked second by Forbes as of January 2022 and fourth by Interbrand as of February 2022. The company has received significant criticism involving issues such as privacy concerns, tax avoidance, censorship, search neutrality, antitrust, and abuse of its monopoly position.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:55 UTC on Wednesday, 27 August 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Google on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Niamh.

In this episode of the podcast, I examine Google's Gambit: its effort to transition Search from a distribution intermediary to an engagement sink. Google's AI Overviews and AI Mode products seek to retain users in the Search experience, rather than forwarding them to external destinations. Many publishers claim that their inbound traffic from Google Search has plummeted, with expectations that this traffic will eventually decline to zero.I've described Google's ambitions with AI Overviews and AI Mode as Google's Gambit: an attempt to utterly reform the core Search experience through AI functionality while not alienating users. In this episode, I unpack Google's motivations behind this gambit and attempt to outline its broader impact on the open web. I also consider this product strategy within the broader context of consumer engagement shifting from web-based content to LLM-empowered chatbots.

Google had so many wins in AI this week that it was hard to keep track.Yet their competitors.... not so much. ↳ OpenAI has already shifted the conversation to GPT-6 after a rocky GPT-5 rollout. ↳ Meta keeps reshuffling their AI teams and is reportedly on an AI hiring freeze. ↳ And Apple's AI prospects are getting so bleak that they might turn to their biggest competitor to get the job done.Don't waste hours a day trying to keep up with AI. Join Everyday AI on Mondays for the AI News That MattersNewsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletterMore on this Episode: Episode PageJoin the discussion: Thoughts on this? Join the convo and connect with other AI leaders on LinkedIn.Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineupWebsite: YourEverydayAI.comEmail The Show: info@youreverydayai.comConnect with Jordan on LinkedInTopics Covered in This Episode:GPT-6 Rumors and Roadmap RevealedSam Altman Admits GPT-5 Rollout IssuesElon Musk, Meta, and OpenAI Legal ClashMusk's $97B OpenAI Takeover Bid ExposedMIT Report: 95% AI Pilots Fail ROIAI Bubble Concerns Hit Enterprise AdoptionMicrosoft AI Chief Warns of Sentient AI RisksGoogle AI Mode Expands with Agentic FeaturesGemini for Home to Replace Google AssistantApple in Talks to Use Google Gemini for SiriMeta Freezes AI Hiring Amid RestructuringMeta and Midjourney Announce AI Visuals DealGoogle Teases Gemini Nano Banana AI ModelOpenAI Project Memory Enhances User ExperienceGoogle Photos Adds Conversational AI EditingOpenAI Integrates Gmail and Calendar SupportPerplexity and Eleven Labs Roll Out AI AgentsTimestamps:00:00 "OpenAI's GPT-5 Rollout Issues"05:44 Musk's Failed Bid for OpenAI07:20 Musk Sues Over OpenAI Structure13:32 "Risks of Attributing Sentience to AI"16:03 Google AI Offers Automated Reservations20:46 Google's Premium Features, Apple Lags22:29 Apple Considers AI Tech from Competitors27:16 Meta's AI Hiring and Cost Concerns31:05 AI Updates: Major Memory Innovations31:57 AI Enhances Gmail and CalendarKeywords:GPT-6, GPT 6 rumors, OpenAI, Sam Altman, GPT-5 rollout, GPT-5 backlash, GPT-4o, emotional bonds with AI, unhealthy AI relationships, model safety guardrails, user-controlled tone settings, AI capacity limits, GPU shortages, trillion-dollar data centers, Elon Musk, XAI, Grok, Meta, Mark Zuckerberg, OpenAI takeover bid, public benefits corporation, antitrust scrutiny, MIT AI study, generative AI pilots, AI ROI, enterprise AI adoption, AI bubble, AI workflow issues, AI psychosis, seemingly conscious AI, SCAI, Mustafa Suleiman, Microsoft AI, sentient AI risks, Google AI model updates, agentic search features, AI mode, Google Search, Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Ready for ROI on GenAI? Go to youreverydayai.com/partner

If your clinic's website just has a single “Services” page listing everything you offer, you might be holding your SEO back. In this episode, we'll cover one of the simplest (and most overlooked) ways to help Google connect you with the right patients—creating one page per service or condition.You'll learn:Why this page structure boosts your rankings in Google Search, Google Maps, and even AI-powered search resultsThe exact pages every clinic should have for services and conditionsHow this setup improves patient experience and makes it easier for them to book with youA quick action step to start improving your site todayWhether you're a chiropractor, physical therapist, med spa, or other healthcare provider, this strategy works—and it's easier to set up than you think.Episode webpage and blog post: https://propelyourcompany.com/website-pages-that-make-google-send-you-the-right-patients/ Send in your questions. ❤ We'd love to hear from you!The Ready. Set. Rank! Complete SEO Toolkit for ClinicsA proven SEO framework for clinics ready to dominate Google Search, Google Maps, and AI-driven search results — without the tech stress or wasted time.

In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love covers the latest in tech news. Key topics include Elon Musk's launch of Macro Hard, an AI-only software company aimed at challenging Microsoft's AI dominance, and Nvidia's halted H20 chip production due to China's tightening regulations. The episode also discusses vulnerabilities in Starlink's satellite internet revealed by recent power cuts, ChatGPT's covert reliance on Google search despite its ambition to replace it, and a failed sabotage attempt by a UK IT administrator. Tune in for a detailed analysis of these headlines and their implications. 00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:31 Elon Musk's Macro Hard: A New AI Rival 02:13 Nvidia Halts H20 Chip Production Amidst China Tensions 04:03 Starlink Power Cuts: Exposing Satellite Internet Weaknesses 05:31 OpenAI's Secret Reliance on Google Search 06:57 IT Administrator's Sabotage Attempt Gone Wrong 08:05 Conclusion and Show Wrap-Up

This week, we did a check in on the ongoing Google Search ranking volatility. Google AI Mode expanded to 180 countries, added agentic experiences, got more personalized and gained sharable links. ChatGPT may be...

Remedies in the Google search antitrust trial are expected to drop any day now. We dig into why ending Google's exclusive search deals could actually help the tech giant. 

We dive into HIPAA‑aware marketing, choosing the right channels, SEO as the strategy spine, repurposing content at scale, and tying brand building to booked appointments. Jake also shares real numbers on healthcare CPCs, why patient lifetime value should drive spend, and what it actually takes to run a podcast.Connect with Jake Sucoff (Patient Procure)Website: patientprocure.comPersonal site: heyjakey.comTimestamps & Key Topics00:00 – Meet Jake Sucoff & Patient Procure's healthcare focus01:00 – Why niching into healthcare builds trust with physicians02:30 – HIPAA, compliance pitfalls, and having healthcare attorneys on retainer03:50 – Running a distributed agency team across time zones05:10 – Channel selection: where patients vs. peers actually spend time07:20 – SEO first: keywords → pillars → a content system that repurposes everywhere08:30 – From long‑form to short‑form: YouTube, Shorts, Reels, LinkedIn, email09:40 – Mapping the funnel: top/mid/bottom‑of‑funnel content for patients10:30 – When paid makes sense: Google Search, Performance Max, Meta12:10 – Why CRO, site health, and email foundations matter before ads13:05 – Reality check: healthcare CPCs can hit hundreds of dollars14:10 – LTV, ROAS, and making the economics work for private practices16:00 – Acquisition vs retention: generating more from patients you already have17:05 – The truth about podcasting: workload, consistency, and operations18:20 – Turning “talking” into a content engine for clinicians19:00 – Where to find Jake & final takeaways00:00 Introduction to Jake Sucoff00:48 Founding Patient Procure02:23 Navigating Healthcare Marketing03:38 Running a Distributed Team04:47 Choosing the Right Marketing Channels07:01 Content Strategy and SEO14:47 Understanding Patient Lifetime Value17:01 Challenges and Rewards of Podcasting18:55 Conclusion and Contact Information Connect with me on:All my linksBecome a guestSign up for RiversideGet Descript #DigitalMarketing #Branding #PersonalBranding #MarketingInsights #SocialMediaStrategy

nternal linking is a simple yet powerful strategy to improve your clinic's SEO and website performance without spending money. By strategically connecting pages throughout your website, you can boost visibility, enhance user experience, and help Google better understand your site's content and structure.

Optimize your website's performance with lazy loading techniques. In this episode, John Mueller  and Martin Splitt discuss lazy loading, and its SEO implications. Find out how lazy loading affects indexing, ranking, and Core Web Vitals. Whether you're using native lazy loading or custom JavaScript libraries, this episode provides insights for developers on how to enhance website speed and user experience. Resources:  Episode transcript → https://goo.gle/sotr098-transcript  Chapters:  0:00 - Introduction  0:43 - What is lazy loading?  1:57 - HTTP chunking  3:13 - Primary drivers behind lazy loading  6:19 - Why not default lazy load all images?  8:29 - Lazy loading and SEO  8:39 - Impact to Core Web Vitals  9:17 - Largest contentful paint  9:58 - Affecting indexing and ranking  11:30 - Custom libraries for lazy loading 14:17 - How to recognize a problem 15:25 - Practical point of view  16:52 - Infinite scroll vs. lazy loading  19:31 - Lazy loading videos  20:51 - Small images and decorative images  23:16 - Where to chat about lazy loading images  23:55 - Outro  Listen to more Search Off the Record → https://goo.gle/sotr-yt Subscribe to Google Search Channel → https://goo.gle/SearchCentral Search Off the Record is a podcast series that takes you behind the scenes of Google Search with the Search Relations team. #SOTRpodcast #SEO Speaker: Martin Splitt, John Muelle, Martin Splitt Products Mentioned: Search Console

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AI-powered searches are changing how patients find (and choose) healthcare providers — and if your clinic isn't showing up in those results, you're already losing patients to your competitors.In this episode, you'll discover:How AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google's AI-driven results recommend local providersThe top signals AI looks for when deciding who makes the listSimple actions you can take to ensure your clinic is part of the conversation — not left out of itWhether you run a chiropractic office, physical therapy clinic, med spa, or any other healthcare practice, this is your roadmap to getting found in AI-powered searches, Google Search, and Google Maps.Don't wait for your competitors to take the lead. Learn how to show up where patients are searching today.Episode webpage, blog, and show notes: https://propelyourcompany.com/ai-powered-searches/ Send in your questions. ❤ We'd love to hear from you!The Ready. Set. Rank! Complete SEO Toolkit for ClinicsA proven SEO framework for clinics ready to dominate Google Search, Google Maps, and AI-driven search results — without the tech stress or wasted time.

Online listings can help establish your clinic as a trusted business and build credibility, both online and offline.While it's smart to be listed in as many relevant online directories as possible, there are four you absolutely can't skip. If you're not set up with them yet, make it a priority.This is a special encore presentation of one of the most popular episodes from our podcast library.In this episode, you'll discover:Why your online listings matter for attracting patientsSimple resources to help you optimize your listingsTips for creating listings that stand outThe importance of adding great imagesWhy Yelp reviews still matter for clinics

Patch Tuesday was yesterday, so find out what's new! Plus, two of the best-ever Doom engine games are now available in remastered form (4K/120 FPS, new episodes, cross-play, multiplayer, more) on Game Pass, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC (Windows), PS4, PS5, Switch, Steam, GOG, and various cloud streaming services. It's a free update if you already own either game. Also, if you have a local library, you should use it. If only for Libby by Overdrive free audiobooks and free access to periodicals. But then be surprised by all the services they offer!Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs: Recall comes to the EU, Recall Reset, Click to Do improvements, AI agent in Settings All: Quick Machine Recovery, black screen of death, Snap layouts improvements, Gamepad layout for Windows Touch Keyboard Blender is now native on Windows 11 on Arm Search settings consolidation in Canary Mobile device companion sidebar for Start gets a new layout in Dev More Control Panel settings move to Settings app in Dev and Beta Windows 10 Consumer ESU licenses will support up to 10 PCs Microsoft will support Edge on Windows 10 through October 2028 (as expected) AI OpenAI releases GPT-5 but not everyone loves it Quickly brought back GPT-4o And now the model picker is back, for now Microsoft is adding it everywhere, of course, and Apple says it will add to Apple Intelligence - And Bing just added support for GPT-4o image creation Perplexity makes unsolicited $34.5 billion bid for Google Chrome Comet - New tab page with Chat, can choose a Google Search as you type, Assistant in a sidebar, Summarize webpage/document, voice dictation, voice mode, big feature is website interactivity Microsoft Edge in Copilot Mode - most evolutionary update, new New Tab page, Quick assist with Copilot button location change, Simple task handoff (which needs work), Voice navigation But some bigger UI changes are on the way Dia (Mac only for now) - Also, there's a Pro subscription - New Tab page with chat and an attempt at orchestration, @mentions for tabs, Skills (built-in, can edit, can make you're own), and personalization Next up: Opera Neon - And what is Google doing with Chrome? Copilot 3D can turn images into 3D models - It's a "Creators Update"! Microsoft is EOLing the Lens app - use Microsoft Copilot 365 app instead Microsoft/Surface GitHub CEO is leaving, Microsoft is rolling GitHub into its Core AI organization Surface Laptop 7 and Surface Pro 11 get firmware update to add battery charging modes Xbox and games Sony sold 2.5 million PS5s in quarter, now over 80 million cumulatively Microsoft rumored to have sold only 21 to 29 million Xbox Series X|S consoles Big Windows 11 on Arm updates! Game downloading is coming to Xbox app on Windows 11 on Arm Epic Games and Qualcomm bring Easy Anti-Cheat to Windows 11 on Arm/Snapdragon X Apple and Google have illegal mobile app store monopolies in Australia, so Fortnite is coming back to the iPhone there via Epic Games Store Microsoft is updating Xbox Dashboard and app to show game trials and demos in "Free with Xbox" section Microsoft has paused the production of Contraband Steam for Chromebooks Beta will never leave beta, discontinuing in January instead Tips & Picks Tip of the week: Go to the library App pick of the week: Heretic and Hexen These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly/episodes/945 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twit helixsleep.com/twit threatlocker.com/twit

Patch Tuesday was yesterday, so find out what's new! Plus, two of the best-ever Doom engine games are now available in remastered form (4K/120 FPS, new episodes, cross-play, multiplayer, more) on Game Pass, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC (Windows), PS4, PS5, Switch, Steam, GOG, and various cloud streaming services. It's a free update if you already own either game. Also, if you have a local library, you should use it. If only for Libby by Overdrive free audiobooks and free access to periodicals. But then be surprised by all the services they offer!Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs: Recall comes to the EU, Recall Reset, Click to Do improvements, AI agent in Settings All: Quick Machine Recovery, black screen of death, Snap layouts improvements, Gamepad layout for Windows Touch Keyboard Blender is now native on Windows 11 on Arm Search settings consolidation in Canary Mobile device companion sidebar for Start gets a new layout in Dev More Control Panel settings move to Settings app in Dev and Beta Windows 10 Consumer ESU licenses will support up to 10 PCs Microsoft will support Edge on Windows 10 through October 2028 (as expected) AI OpenAI releases GPT-5 but not everyone loves it Quickly brought back GPT-4o And now the model picker is back, for now Microsoft is adding it everywhere, of course, and Apple says it will add to Apple Intelligence - And Bing just added support for GPT-4o image creation Perplexity makes unsolicited $34.5 billion bid for Google Chrome Comet - New tab page with Chat, can choose a Google Search as you type, Assistant in a sidebar, Summarize webpage/document, voice dictation, voice mode, big feature is website interactivity Microsoft Edge in Copilot Mode - most evolutionary update, new New Tab page, Quick assist with Copilot button location change, Simple task handoff (which needs work), Voice navigation But some bigger UI changes are on the way Dia (Mac only for now) - Also, there's a Pro subscription - New Tab page with chat and an attempt at orchestration, @mentions for tabs, Skills (built-in, can edit, can make you're own), and personalization Next up: Opera Neon - And what is Google doing with Chrome? Copilot 3D can turn images into 3D models - It's a "Creators Update"! Microsoft is EOLing the Lens app - use Microsoft Copilot 365 app instead Microsoft/Surface GitHub CEO is leaving, Microsoft is rolling GitHub into its Core AI organization Surface Laptop 7 and Surface Pro 11 get firmware update to add battery charging modes Xbox and games Sony sold 2.5 million PS5s in quarter, now over 80 million cumulatively Microsoft rumored to have sold only 21 to 29 million Xbox Series X|S consoles Big Windows 11 on Arm updates! Game downloading is coming to Xbox app on Windows 11 on Arm Epic Games and Qualcomm bring Easy Anti-Cheat to Windows 11 on Arm/Snapdragon X Apple and Google have illegal mobile app store monopolies in Australia, so Fortnite is coming back to the iPhone there via Epic Games Store Microsoft is updating Xbox Dashboard and app to show game trials and demos in "Free with Xbox" section Microsoft has paused the production of Contraband Steam for Chromebooks Beta will never leave beta, discontinuing in January instead Tips & Picks Tip of the week: Go to the library App pick of the week: Heretic and Hexen These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly/episodes/945 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twit helixsleep.com/twit threatlocker.com/twit

Patch Tuesday was yesterday, so find out what's new! Plus, two of the best-ever Doom engine games are now available in remastered form (4K/120 FPS, new episodes, cross-play, multiplayer, more) on Game Pass, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC (Windows), PS4, PS5, Switch, Steam, GOG, and various cloud streaming services. It's a free update if you already own either game. Also, if you have a local library, you should use it. If only for Libby by Overdrive free audiobooks and free access to periodicals. But then be surprised by all the services they offer!Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs: Recall comes to the EU, Recall Reset, Click to Do improvements, AI agent in Settings All: Quick Machine Recovery, black screen of death, Snap layouts improvements, Gamepad layout for Windows Touch Keyboard Blender is now native on Windows 11 on Arm Search settings consolidation in Canary Mobile device companion sidebar for Start gets a new layout in Dev More Control Panel settings move to Settings app in Dev and Beta Windows 10 Consumer ESU licenses will support up to 10 PCs Microsoft will support Edge on Windows 10 through October 2028 (as expected) AI OpenAI releases GPT-5 but not everyone loves it Quickly brought back GPT-4o And now the model picker is back, for now Microsoft is adding it everywhere, of course, and Apple says it will add to Apple Intelligence - And Bing just added support for GPT-4o image creation Perplexity makes unsolicited $34.5 billion bid for Google Chrome Comet - New tab page with Chat, can choose a Google Search as you type, Assistant in a sidebar, Summarize webpage/document, voice dictation, voice mode, big feature is website interactivity Microsoft Edge in Copilot Mode - most evolutionary update, new New Tab page, Quick assist with Copilot button location change, Simple task handoff (which needs work), Voice navigation But some bigger UI changes are on the way Dia (Mac only for now) - Also, there's a Pro subscription - New Tab page with chat and an attempt at orchestration, @mentions for tabs, Skills (built-in, can edit, can make you're own), and personalization Next up: Opera Neon - And what is Google doing with Chrome? Copilot 3D can turn images into 3D models - It's a "Creators Update"! Microsoft is EOLing the Lens app - use Microsoft Copilot 365 app instead Microsoft/Surface GitHub CEO is leaving, Microsoft is rolling GitHub into its Core AI organization Surface Laptop 7 and Surface Pro 11 get firmware update to add battery charging modes Xbox and games Sony sold 2.5 million PS5s in quarter, now over 80 million cumulatively Microsoft rumored to have sold only 21 to 29 million Xbox Series X|S consoles Big Windows 11 on Arm updates! Game downloading is coming to Xbox app on Windows 11 on Arm Epic Games and Qualcomm bring Easy Anti-Cheat to Windows 11 on Arm/Snapdragon X Apple and Google have illegal mobile app store monopolies in Australia, so Fortnite is coming back to the iPhone there via Epic Games Store Microsoft is updating Xbox Dashboard and app to show game trials and demos in "Free with Xbox" section Microsoft has paused the production of Contraband Steam for Chromebooks Beta will never leave beta, discontinuing in January instead Tips & Picks Tip of the week: Go to the library App pick of the week: Heretic and Hexen These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly/episodes/945 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twit helixsleep.com/twit threatlocker.com/twit

Patch Tuesday was yesterday, so find out what's new! Plus, two of the best-ever Doom engine games are now available in remastered form (4K/120 FPS, new episodes, cross-play, multiplayer, more) on Game Pass, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC (Windows), PS4, PS5, Switch, Steam, GOG, and various cloud streaming services. It's a free update if you already own either game. Also, if you have a local library, you should use it. If only for Libby by Overdrive free audiobooks and free access to periodicals. But then be surprised by all the services they offer!Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs: Recall comes to the EU, Recall Reset, Click to Do improvements, AI agent in Settings All: Quick Machine Recovery, black screen of death, Snap layouts improvements, Gamepad layout for Windows Touch Keyboard Blender is now native on Windows 11 on Arm Search settings consolidation in Canary Mobile device companion sidebar for Start gets a new layout in Dev More Control Panel settings move to Settings app in Dev and Beta Windows 10 Consumer ESU licenses will support up to 10 PCs Microsoft will support Edge on Windows 10 through October 2028 (as expected) AI OpenAI releases GPT-5 but not everyone loves it Quickly brought back GPT-4o And now the model picker is back, for now Microsoft is adding it everywhere, of course, and Apple says it will add to Apple Intelligence - And Bing just added support for GPT-4o image creation Perplexity makes unsolicited $34.5 billion bid for Google Chrome Comet - New tab page with Chat, can choose a Google Search as you type, Assistant in a sidebar, Summarize webpage/document, voice dictation, voice mode, big feature is website interactivity Microsoft Edge in Copilot Mode - most evolutionary update, new New Tab page, Quick assist with Copilot button location change, Simple task handoff (which needs work), Voice navigation But some bigger UI changes are on the way Dia (Mac only for now) - Also, there's a Pro subscription - New Tab page with chat and an attempt at orchestration, @mentions for tabs, Skills (built-in, can edit, can make you're own), and personalization Next up: Opera Neon - And what is Google doing with Chrome? Copilot 3D can turn images into 3D models - It's a "Creators Update"! Microsoft is EOLing the Lens app - use Microsoft Copilot 365 app instead Microsoft/Surface GitHub CEO is leaving, Microsoft is rolling GitHub into its Core AI organization Surface Laptop 7 and Surface Pro 11 get firmware update to add battery charging modes Xbox and games Sony sold 2.5 million PS5s in quarter, now over 80 million cumulatively Microsoft rumored to have sold only 21 to 29 million Xbox Series X|S consoles Big Windows 11 on Arm updates! Game downloading is coming to Xbox app on Windows 11 on Arm Epic Games and Qualcomm bring Easy Anti-Cheat to Windows 11 on Arm/Snapdragon X Apple and Google have illegal mobile app store monopolies in Australia, so Fortnite is coming back to the iPhone there via Epic Games Store Microsoft is updating Xbox Dashboard and app to show game trials and demos in "Free with Xbox" section Microsoft has paused the production of Contraband Steam for Chromebooks Beta will never leave beta, discontinuing in January instead Tips & Picks Tip of the week: Go to the library App pick of the week: Heretic and Hexen These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly/episodes/945 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twit helixsleep.com/twit threatlocker.com/twit

Patch Tuesday was yesterday, so find out what's new! Plus, two of the best-ever Doom engine games are now available in remastered form (4K/120 FPS, new episodes, cross-play, multiplayer, more) on Game Pass, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC (Windows), PS4, PS5, Switch, Steam, GOG, and various cloud streaming services. It's a free update if you already own either game. Also, if you have a local library, you should use it. If only for Libby by Overdrive free audiobooks and free access to periodicals. But then be surprised by all the services they offer!Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs: Recall comes to the EU, Recall Reset, Click to Do improvements, AI agent in Settings All: Quick Machine Recovery, black screen of death, Snap layouts improvements, Gamepad layout for Windows Touch Keyboard Blender is now native on Windows 11 on Arm Search settings consolidation in Canary Mobile device companion sidebar for Start gets a new layout in Dev More Control Panel settings move to Settings app in Dev and Beta Windows 10 Consumer ESU licenses will support up to 10 PCs Microsoft will support Edge on Windows 10 through October 2028 (as expected) AI OpenAI releases GPT-5 but not everyone loves it Quickly brought back GPT-4o And now the model picker is back, for now Microsoft is adding it everywhere, of course, and Apple says it will add to Apple Intelligence - And Bing just added support for GPT-4o image creation Perplexity makes unsolicited $34.5 billion bid for Google Chrome Comet - New tab page with Chat, can choose a Google Search as you type, Assistant in a sidebar, Summarize webpage/document, voice dictation, voice mode, big feature is website interactivity Microsoft Edge in Copilot Mode - most evolutionary update, new New Tab page, Quick assist with Copilot button location change, Simple task handoff (which needs work), Voice navigation But some bigger UI changes are on the way Dia (Mac only for now) - Also, there's a Pro subscription - New Tab page with chat and an attempt at orchestration, @mentions for tabs, Skills (built-in, can edit, can make you're own), and personalization Next up: Opera Neon - And what is Google doing with Chrome? Copilot 3D can turn images into 3D models - It's a "Creators Update"! Microsoft is EOLing the Lens app - use Microsoft Copilot 365 app instead Microsoft/Surface GitHub CEO is leaving, Microsoft is rolling GitHub into its Core AI organization Surface Laptop 7 and Surface Pro 11 get firmware update to add battery charging modes Xbox and games Sony sold 2.5 million PS5s in quarter, now over 80 million cumulatively Microsoft rumored to have sold only 21 to 29 million Xbox Series X|S consoles Big Windows 11 on Arm updates! Game downloading is coming to Xbox app on Windows 11 on Arm Epic Games and Qualcomm bring Easy Anti-Cheat to Windows 11 on Arm/Snapdragon X Apple and Google have illegal mobile app store monopolies in Australia, so Fortnite is coming back to the iPhone there via Epic Games Store Microsoft is updating Xbox Dashboard and app to show game trials and demos in "Free with Xbox" section Microsoft has paused the production of Contraband Steam for Chromebooks Beta will never leave beta, discontinuing in January instead Tips & Picks Tip of the week: Go to the library App pick of the week: Heretic and Hexen These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly/episodes/945 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Sponsors: bitwarden.com/twit helixsleep.com/twit threatlocker.com/twit

Apple has denied Elon Musk's accusation that it's favoring OpenAI in its App Store rankings and making it impossible for other AI companies to reach the top. In a statement sent to Bloomberg, Apple said the App Store is "designed to be fair and free of bias." In other news, Google is officially rolling out Preferred Sources, which lets you curate search results. The feature allows you to pick specific or "preferred" sources, like a certain blog or news outlet, and see them more prominently when you use Google Search; and databases used by US federal courts for sharing and managing case documents have been hacked. Politico first reported on the hack last week on August 6; yesterday, an investigation from The New York Times stated that Russia is suspected to be involved in the attack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hashtag Trending: ChatGPT Data Leak, IBM Cloud Outage, and AI Developments This episode of Hashtag Trending, hosted by Jim Love, covers notable tech stories including an OpenAI feature that unintentionally exposed ChatGPT conversations in Google search results, IBM Cloud's third major outage in three months, and a lawsuit against Microsoft for ending Windows 10 support. The episode delves into two approaches to smarter AI: Meta's secretive self-improving AI research and the open-source hierarchical reasoning model. Additionally, Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok gets suspended from X for inappropriate behavior. Jim Love also updates listeners on the availability of the show and his upcoming dental surgery. 00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:35 ChatGPT Conversations Exposed on Google 02:19 IBM Cloud Faces Another Major Outage 04:02 Windows 10 User Sues Microsoft 05:13 Two Paths to Smarter AI 07:39 Grok's Controversial Suspension from X 09:41 Closing Remarks and Show Information

If your clinic isn't ranking high in Google Search, Google Maps, and even AI-powered search results, your competitors are getting the patients who should be finding you the solution. Discover the step-by-step framework you can follow to boost your rankings, attract more local patients, and build trust online.Get started now!

Have you noticed a steady drop in your click through rate in Google Search Console, even as impressions seem to be increasing? You're not alone! TREW's Account Director, Erin Moore, explains the "SEO Alligator" phenomenon and how marketers should pivot when AI search results siphon off your traffic. In this episode, Wendy Covey and Erin Moore discuss the concept of the 'SEO alligator,' a term describing the widening gap between impressions and clicks in Google Search metrics. They explore the impact of AI-generated content on click-through rates and the need for marketers to adapt their strategies in response to these changes. The conversation emphasizes the importance of creating unique, valuable content that resonates with audiences, rather than relying on high-volume keywords that may no longer drive engagement.Key TakeawaysThe 'SEO alligator' refers to the gap between impressions and clicks in Google Search Console.AI overviews are affecting click-through rates significantly.Unique content based on your company's deep expertise is more valuable in search than generic content (even when that generic content ranks for higher volume search queries).AI overviews are answering top-of-the-funnel queries directly in search results, turning these terms into zero-click results.Marketers should explore multiple channels for audience engagement and traffic.ResourcesConnect with Erin on LinkedInConnect with Wendy on LinkedInRegister for the Industrial Marketing SummitRelated Episode: Is Inbound Marketing Still Working? Related Episode: What the Heck is Going on at Google?!

The podcast excerpt focuses on strategic email marketing for local businesses, aiming to boost revenue by enhancing online visibility. It highlights the importance of understanding search competitors, utilizing Google Search Console and Google Business Profile for SEO, and consistently engaging with audiences through valuable, non-sales-focused content. The discussion also touches on the synergy between AI tools like ChatGPT and traditional search engines, emphasizing that contextual relevance in communication is key to driving both audience engagement and financial growth. Favour offers practical advice, such as using QR codes at physical locations to convert foot traffic into online leads and segmenting email lists to cater to specific audience needs.