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Our LAST News show of the year! Thanks to all of our listeners for making this year another successful year for EDGE of the Web! Let us know your thoughts of the show at https://ratethispodcast.com/EDGE Stories! “As the WordPress Turns” (you gotta check out the YouTube on this one). The Mullenweg Meltdown continues. Musk wants to bring a challenge to GMail, DM style. A huge exploit documented by friend of the show, Mark Williams-Cook. Please check out our second episode of our interview with Mark, as we dive into this insight into additional ranking signals from Google.  Some AI news, AI-powered reporting at Google Ads as well as Gemini 2.0 coming to Search. A fleet of articles from Barry - always check out Search Engine Roundtable to catch up with his daily postings. Thanks again to our wonderful audience! We wish you a very, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We'll see you on the flip side! Best, EDGE of the Web Team   News from the EDGE: [00:03:16] Elon Musk Is Gearing Up to Challenge Gmail with His Own Email Service [00:06:50] (As the WordPress Turns) Mullenweg Outraged as WP Engine is Allowed to Regain Access [00:10:43] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics  [00:11:53] Exploit Unveils Google's Content Ranking Secrets AI News: [00:15:26] Google Ads Tests AI-Powered Reporting Tool [00:17:24] Google Gemini 2.0 coming to Search and AI Overviews AI Tools: [00:18:48] Google Whisk [00:20:10] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:21:31] Google Business Profile Emails Asking To Add Social Profiles [00:23:55] Google To Have More Core Updates, More Often [00:27:16] Google December 2024 Core Update Landed & It's Big Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio

We reached out across the pond, and we got him, Andrew Optimisey joins us on the EDGE this week! We tackle a lot in a short time frame: marketing shortcuts and data ownership are at the top of the heap. Companies like HubSpot and Google are creating "walled gardens" of data, stirring legal and ethical concerns about who truly owns consumer information. We also cover an article from Search Engine Journal by Shelly Walsh, getting takes from 7 top SEO experts and their take on AI Overviews and where search is going. Oh yeah, OpenAI's Sora AI video project is finally released…..it only took a year.  A spicy side note: HubSpot's acquisition of Frame AI aims to supercharge their conversational intelligence game. Despite the buzz, Andrew cautions about the "soup du jour" nature of tech companies diving headfirst into AI without addressing underlying privacy concerns. Stay sharp, stay informed, and keep your digital shields up with EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:02:58] FAQs Are Now On The Site Reputation Abuse Policy For Webmasters [00:10:50] Big Changes Are Coming to Search In 2025, According to Google's CEO [00:16:43] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:18:00] US Government Now Being Sued for Claims of Overreach AI News: [00:22:11] HubSpot to acquire conversational intelligence platform Frame AI [00:26:41] What 7 SEO Experts Think About AI Overviews And Where Search Is Going [00:29:10] OpenAI releases Sora to the Public [00:30:21] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:31:58] Google Search Ranking Volatility Continues Post Core Update [00:33:29] Google Has 40 Signals For Canonicalization [00:36:46] Google Search Console Legacy Tools & Reports Has Been Removed Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks BluSky: https://bsky.app/profile/optimisey.com X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

It's Going To Be OK! Kevin Indig jumped into the host seat for Erin while he was away!  Kevin and Jacob discuss the DOJ's continued push for Google's break-up of products, specifically Google Chrome. They dissect Google's new Search Console features and their broader implications for data control and AI dominance. They also critique Google's latest moves, from real-time site notifications that miss the mark to the continued saga of Mullenweg's crusade against WPEngine with an update to his WPEngine Tracker site.  Don't miss out on Jacob's witty commentary and Kevin's sharp insights as we navigate the whirling winds of tech regulation, Google's evolving strategies, and the future of digital search.  News from the EDGE: [00:02:12] Mullenweg is updating the WP Engine Tracker website again… [00:08:10] Recommendations are now live in Google Search Console [00:10:58] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:12:04] The DOJ's Plan to Bring Down Google's Monopoly AI Blitz: [00:22:50] ChatGPT Search Fails Attribution Test, Misquotes News Sources [00:29:08] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:30:12] Google Sitelinks Search Box Now Really Gone [00:31:20] Google On Giving Prior Notice To Search Penalties [00:38:03] 21 Years Covering The Search Industry Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks X: @Kevin_Indig X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio

What is Google's latest shake-up? The Page Experience Report's exit from Search Console. This week, we are joined by the insightful Lidia Infante from SurveyMonkey, as we explore the headlines in the SEO and Marketing world. The DOJ has some audacious demands for Google to sell Chrome, and ads have finally hit the AI Overview pages: We even unpack the drama-filled lawsuit between WP Engine and Automattic, questioning the ethical boundaries of open-source communities. This is the stuff that only Andy Cohen can unravel at this point.  Ever wondered about the environmental costs of AI? Lidia hits us with some eye-opening facts while we dissect Google's claim of reducing power consumption by 90%. Don't miss our banter over volatile localization signals and ranking shifts during Google's November Core Update! News from the EDGE: [00:04:28] Google Search Console Drops Page Experience Report [00:09:59] Ads Now Being Seen on Google AI Overviews [00:18:25] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:19:46] WP Engine Intensifies Legal Dispute With Automattic [00:28:54] DOJ is Pushing for a Sell-Off of Google's Chrome Browser [00:37:11] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks  Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:38:28] Google Also Cautions On Using Google People Also Ask For Content Ideas [00:39:54] Google November 2024 Core Update Movement - Slow But For Some Massive Bonus Coverage: [00:42:19] Freaky AI News: Human, Please die. Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks X: @LidiaInfanteM X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio

Literally, if you have to check your legalese, check the site you have on the package, Mattel! Top news of the week in digital marketing and AI. Matt Mullenweg gets trolled by a mock website based on his own website, trying to show departures from WPEngine. There's a core algorithm update happening right now - watch your stats! What is the potential scenario of a Google break up, as it applies to the Google Ad section of their business? AI news and a really cool AI tool on this episode (can you visualize it?), along with a slew of posts from Barry Schwartz from Search Engine Roundtable. Also, make sure you check out the last Interview Series episode with the top brass from Third Door Media, which talks about the recent acquisition of Search Engine Land by Semrush. Great interview with some great insights from these gentlemen! News from the EDGE: [00:02:01] Automattic Confronts Irony with New Protest Site: WPEngineTracker.com [00:06:10] Google Launches November 2024 Core Algorithm Update [00:08:35] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:09:52] How a Google Breakup Could Impact the PPC Industry   Captain Obvious [00:15:52] Proofread Your Packaging, Mattel! AI News: [00:19:31] Latest Google AIO Updates May Impact SEO   AI Tools: [00:22:22] Get Visuals From Your Text: napkin.ai [00:23:39] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks    Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:25:26] Google Ads Allows US Elections Ads Again Starting Nov 11 [00:26:39] HARO / Connectively Platform Closing Down December 9 [00:28:26] Google AI Overviews Testing Anchor Text-Based Hyperlinks Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio

This is the first for EDGE of the Web, which has the top brass from Search Engine Land! Erin welcomes the impressive panel featuring:  Marc Sirkin, CEO of Third Door Media,  Danny Goodwin, Editorial Director, Search Engine Land & SMX Barry Schwartz, contributor to SEL and owner of Search Engine Roundtable.  They discuss the huge news of Semrush's recent acquisition of Search Engine Land (a Third Door Media property). The discussion highlights the ongoing mission to maintain editorial integrity amidst the transition, and the group shares insights on brand visibility strategies and adaptation to the evolving SEO landscape. The conversation addresses the challenges of maintaining Search Engine Land's core values while benefiting from Semrush's expansive resources. Marc, Danny, and Barry contribute their perspectives, emphasizing the importance of transparency and maintaining a balanced approach to content and advertising. Don't miss the upcoming SMX Next free online event on November 13th and 14th. It will feature a great lineup of discussions on critical SEO and marketing topics.  Key Segments: [00:06:38] The Big News: Semrush Acquisition of SEL [00:10:23] The Challenges | Impressions and Insights [00:13:15] The Main Goal: Editorial Independence & Integrity [00:16:23] What Social Media Said [00:20:58] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:22:10] Advertising Concerns in the Future [00:24:25] Semrush: Not Just an SEO Tool [00:27:01] What about the Events? [00:33:18] EDGE of The Web Sponsor: Wix Studio [00:34:32] Benefits of the Integration of Semrush Data [00:37:42] The Future of SEO? [00:43:26] We Love Barry! (had to do it) [00:43:47] SMX Next: Free, Live Event on November 13th and 14th Thanks to Our Sponsors! Site Strategics: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Wix: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/wix Follow Our Guests: Marc Sirkin X / Twitter: @msirkin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcsirkin/ Danny Goodwin X / Twitter: @MrDannyGoodwin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannygoodwin/ Barry Schwartz X / Twitter: @rustybrick LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rustybrick/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rustybrick Resources: https://searchengineland.com/semrush-acquires-search-engine-land-447555  https://www.seroundtable.com/semrush-acquires-third-door-media-38255.html

Mordy's back with the EDGE after his holiday and throws out hot takes and Captain Obvious moments on the show. We cover the news of the week: AI Overviews that are rolling out in 100+ countries (except for those in the EU, oddly), Google's perspective on Core Web Vitals and ranking, and the communication from Google about content that starkly differs from the rest of the domain - it ain't gonna fair well, folks! Check out our jump into AI News and Tools with this episode—seriously concerning and seriously funny information—the polls of the AI space. Also - last chance to get BrightonSEO US tickets! Go to https://edgeofthewebradio.com/brightonseo to enter into the weekly giveaway!  News from the EDGE: [00:02:15] Last Change for BrightonSEO Tickets [00:06:37] Moryd's Hot Take on the Semrush purchase of Search Engine Land [00:09:30] Google Rolls Out AI Overviews in 100+ Countries [00:13:34] What Does John Mueller Say About Core Web Vitals and Ranking? [00:15:54] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:17:15] Google Also Says: Stay in Your Lane AI News: [00:27:28] Researchers say an AI-powered transcription tool used in hospitals invents things no one ever said [00:31:17] Meta is reportedly working on its own AI-powered search engine, too AI Tools: [00:34:57] AI pricing generator for your product or SaaS. [00:37:29] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:38:46] Google To Sunset Call Ads; Migrating To Responsive Search Ads [00:40:51] Google Search Console Performance Report Showing Almost No Data Today [00:42:27] Google: AI Is Not Going Away, So Don't Be Left Behind Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks X: @MordyOberstein X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio

We're back from Tech SEO Connect! And we brought Mark Williams-Cook to pinch-hit for Mordy while he was on holiday….and last minute, so there's that. We dialed into some things that we missed while we were away. For starters, the Semrush buyout of Search Engine Land is huge news, and we have even bigger news! Marc Sirkin, Danny Goodwin, and Barry Schwartz will be on the show soon to discuss the event. Matt Mullenweg seems to be melting down about First Amendment claims against WP Engine. The WordPress community seems to be up in arms, at least in our “bubble.” Deep dive there! Google's leadership shuffle and what Kevin Indig had to say about it.  AI News and a really cool, we think, AI Tool for this episode. Check it out. Plus, hear about our media partnership with Brighton SEO USA and your chance to snag a ticket to the event in San Diego. Go to https://edgeofthewebradio.com/brightonseo! News from the EDGE: [00:04:19] Mullenweg Criticized for 1st Amendment Claims [00:12:36] Wrong Direction: Google's Leadership Shakeup Long Time Coming [00:23:27] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:24:40] Semrush Acquires Search Engine Land AI Blitz: [00:34:08] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks [00:34:59] Google's AI Fails At 43% Of Finance Queries, Study Finds  [00:37:34] Penguin Random House Protects Its Books from AI Training Use AI Tools: [00:41:48] Lumona Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:43:32] Expandable Google Knowledge Panels On Desktop Search Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks X: @thetafferboy X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio

Is Generative AI causing seismic shifts in the search engine landscape? Surveys by The Information and Barry Schwartz reveal users are “turning away” from traditional search engines like Google, but how far are they actually turning?  A slew of news from the digital marketing space, including AI-powered video ads on Amazon, Google's Merchant Center Next is pushing for optimized structured data, and a great Kevin Indig article studying over ½ million AI Overviews. Plus, hear about our media partnership with Brighton SEO USA and your chance to snag a ticket to the event in San Diego. And Mordy crapped on our lawn…..again. Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:06:36] 55% Are Using Traditional Search Like Google Less Since Gen AI Products [00:09:15] Google Search Ranking Volatility Continue With Big Movement Again 9/18 [00:12:06] Google Search Ranking Increases During Core Update Wiped Out Post Update [00:17:54] EDGE of the Web Ranking: SE Ranking News from the EDGE: [00:20:02] New Data Shows That X is Losing Users in the US and UK [00:22:11] Amazon Ads launches AI-powered video [00:24:09] Preparing For The Feedless Future With Google Merchant Center Next [00:25:51] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics Captain Obvious [00:27:30] Google Shows How To Use Alt Text For SEO AI Blitz: [00:29:51] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks [00:30:45] HubSpot Rolls Out AI-Powered Marketing Tools [00:31:97] AI On Innovation: Analysis Of +546,000 AI Overviews AI Tools: [00:36:35] Dynamic Node Map from content Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site SR Ranking: https://edgeofthewebradio.com/seranking Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks X: @MordyOberstein X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio

Dissecting Google's latest moves in the advertising world, from expanding its ad opportunities to embracing dynamic pricing on YouTube. Also, Google's all-new updates on its indexing API, which now comes with a big dose of spam-detection rigor. Who knew indexing could be this thrilling? Have you ever wondered if AI could help rake in millions with fake music? Well, a certain North Carolinian named Michael Smith did just that and found himself $10 million richer—but now he's about to face the music. Plus: a debate on whether AI can truly capture the essence of human dialogue or if it's just treating us like gullible toddlers. Join us for some good vibes—or, as Mordy might say, forget the vibes and tune in for the tangible, substantial, and downright entertaining breakdown of the latest web trends. Stay safe, stay well, and avoid being a piece of vibing cyber driftwood. News from the EDGE: [00:02:31] Google Expands Ad Opportunities with YouTube First Position Availability [00:05:29] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: SE Ranking [00:07:16] Google Indexing API Now Enforces Rigorous Spam Detection for Submissions [00:09:47] How Google Managed to Charge Publishers Higher Fees Than Competitors Captain Obvious:  [00:13:29] Brands and their “Good Vibes” [00:17:43] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks AI Blitz: [00:19:06] AI and bots allegedly used to fraudulently boost music streams AI Tools: [00:21:50] Google Illuminate [00:00:00] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:32:23] Google Reviews Restrictions For Business Profile Policy Violations [00:33:23] Google Asks On Social If You Will Use Gemini AI For SEO Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks X: @MordyOberstein X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Feeling the impact of Google's latest algorithm updates? You're not alone. In this episode, I break down the steps you can take to recover your site's traffic after being hit by the dreaded updates—especially the "Helpful Content" update. What You'll Learn: How to identify if your site was affected by Google's most recent algorithm update and the tools you can use to check Key steps to take, like removing outdated content and improving technical SEO The importance of image optimization and how to switch to WebP format for faster load times Top resources to stay ahead of future Google updates Resources Mentioned: Ahrefs Site Explorer - https://ahrefs.com/site-explorer WP Rocket - https://wp-rocket.me/ ShortPixel Plugin - https://shortpixel.com/ PageSpeed Insights - https://pagespeed.web.dev/ SEO sites to stay updated: Search Engine Roundtable (https://www.seroundtable.com/), Search Engine Land (https://searchengineland.com/), and Search Engine Journal (https://www.searchenginejournal.com/) =-=-=-= BONUS RESOURCES + FREE DOWNLOADS If you're a fan of the podcast, here are some FREE online marketing resources from my blog, 99signals, to help you level up your marketing skills: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Ultimate Blogging Toolkit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ebooks.99signals.com/blogging-toolkit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) - This eBook features 75+ marketing tools to help you blog better and boost your traffic! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Essential Guide to Link Building with Infographics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://resources.99signals.com/infographic-backlinks-pdf) -  This PDF guide will show you how you can easily design an infographic and quickly build high-quality backlinks to supercharge your SEO. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Top-rated articles at 99signals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.99signals.com/best/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) -  This page contains a list of all the top-rated articles on my blog. It's a great place to get started if you're visiting 99signals for the first time. -=-=-=-=- Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.99signals.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more insights on SEO, blogging, and marketing.

In a recent announcement, Google stated that they will be phasing out bid strategy enhanced cost-per-click (eCPC) from Google Ads. The company says they will be replacing eCPC with manual CPC starting in October. Meta is updating business tools, announcing they will be increasing data restrictions as ongoing attempts to prioritize privacy continue. Meta explains the restrictions are set to automatically restrict certain data, including URLs and custom parameters. If one wasn't enough, here's another. The DOJ has filed yet ANOTHER lawsuit against Google. The Justice Department says Google has used anticompetitive strategies to unjustly achieve its staggering 91% market share in the digital advertising market. As always, tune in to see what's going on in the digital world so you can stay ahead of the SEO curve here on the EDGE of the Web!  News from the EDGE: [00:06:09] Google Ads to phase out enhanced CPC for Search and Display [00:08:03] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: SE Ranking [00:09:57] Meta reveals updates to business tools impacting advertisers [00:12:24] US vs. Google, round 2: Government takes aim at digital ads Captain Obvious:  [00:17:33] 8 Out Of 10 TikTok Videos By Brands Fail To Capture Attention AI Blitz: [00:20:36] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks [00:21:26] Mediavine Bans Publisher For Overuse Of AI-Generated Content [00:22:10] UK signs AI safety treaty to protect human rights and democracy [00:23:45] Will ChatGPT be the new Google? The future of search and information retrieval AI Tools: [00:24:49] How to use Google MusicFX to create AI-generated music Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:25:33] Bing May Use ProductGroup Markup In The Future [00:26:38] Bing Product Search Results With See Details Button [00:28:00] Google Business Profile Appointment Link Broken Notifications Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Resources:  Google Ads to phase out enhanced CPC for Search and Display Meta reveals updates to business tools impacting advertisers US vs. Google, round 2: Government takes aim at digital ads 8 Out Of 10 TikTok Videos By Brands Fail To Capture Attention Mediavine Bans Publisher For Overuse Of AI-Generated Content UK signs AI safety treaty to protect human rights and democracy Will ChatGPT be the new Google? The future of search and information retrieval How to use Google MusicFX to create AI-generated music Bing May Use ProductGroup Markup In The Future Bing Product Search Results With See Details Button Google Business Profile Appointment Link Broken Notifications Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks X: @MordyOberstein X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Google is trying out a new product categories tab in search results, intended to offer more tailored suggestions in product searches. The new tab is driven by performance insights, demand trends, and actionable recommendations  Yelp is hitting Google with a lawsuit, claiming that the search leader is illegally dominating local search markets. Following the recent and impactful DOJ antitrust lawsuit, Google may have a target on their back as the lawsuits pile up.  You can now create specific remarketing audiences based on individual YouTube channel videos. Google and YouTube have released creator-based audience targeting that allows advertisers pick and choose remarketing lists based off of specific creators. This addition will presumably expand targeting opportunities for YouTube advertisers.  Be sure to join us as we cover everything that happened last week in SEO, tune in here on EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:06:12] Product Categories Tab added for Google Ads [00:07:39] Yelp is suing Google, citing dominance with local search [00:13:39] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:14:36] YouTube is adding creator-based audience targeting Captain Obvious:  [00:17:49] Don't Take Brand Identity Advice From AI  AI Blitz: [00:20:45] Google Gemini Now Accessible From Chrome Address Bar [00:23:01] California Assembly passes controversial AI safety bill AI Tools: [00:24:24] Automate phone calls with AI [00:27:07] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:28:50] New Google Analytics 4 Benchmarking Data [00:30:21] Google Tests New Shopping Search Design [00:32:14] Google Trends Email Subscriptions Going Away Next Month Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks X: @MordyOberstein X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio Resources:  Product Categories Tab added for Google Ads Yelp is suing Google, citing dominance with local search YouTube is adding creator-based audience targeting  Google Gemini Now Accessible From Chrome Address Bar  California Assembly passes controversial AI safety bill Automate phone calls with AI New Google Analytics 4 Benchmarking Data Google Tests New Shopping Search Design Google Trends Email Subscriptions Going Away Next Month #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

A recent survey launched by Aleyda Solis highlights key SEO threats, with Google's updates, self-preferencing, and AI Overviews at the top of the list. The study reveals that AI advancements are reshaping search engine dynamics, and SEO is more difficult than ever.  Google declares that low-quality traffic will not impact search rankings. The company affirms that links and site traffic do not negatively influence a site's trustworthiness but that ranking factors prioritize valuable, relevant content over traffic metrics. Google's Senior Search Analyst, John Mueller, confirmed that core algorithm updates do impact AI Overviews, giving us a better understanding of how AI is being incorporated into Google's search results.  Be sure to hit that play button for our in-depth analysis of this week's news and latest insights into the world of search here on the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:04:31] According to a Survey: Top SEO threats include Google updates, self-preferencing, and AI overviews [00:15:53] Google Explains Why Site Traffic Doesn't Impact Rankings [00:19:16] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:20:05] Google Confirms Core Updates Affect AI Overviews Captain Obvious:  [00:21:43] AI Empathy AI Blitz: [00:26:09] Reports: Perplexity ads to launch in Q4 [00:27:18] OpenAI warns California's AI bill threatens US innovation AI Tools: [00:30:09] Evaluating 7 AI video generators while waiting for OpenAI's Sora [00:31:17] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:32:49] Google August Core Update Helpful Content Surge Charts [00:34:52] Hardbacon Announced Closure Day Before August Core Update, Then Sees Traffic Surge [00:36:57] Google Overhauls Video SEO Docs With More Details Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Resources:  According to a Survey: Top SEO threats include Google updates, self-preferencing, and AI overviews Google Explains Why Site Traffic Doesn't Impact Rankings Google Confirms Core Updates Affect AI Overviews Reports: Perplexity ads to launch in Q4 OpenAI warns California's AI bill threatens US innovation Evaluating 7 AI video generators while waiting for OpenAI's Sora Google August Core Update Helpful Content Surge Charts Hardbacon Announced Closure Day Before August Core Update, Then Sees Traffic Surge Google Overhauls Video SEO Docs With More Details Follow Us: X: @ErinSparks X: @MordyOberstein X: @TheMann00 X: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Welcome back to another episode of news from the EDGE! The August 2024 core update has been rolled out! Primary intentions of the update are to reward high quality content and diminish low-value ranking based SEO content.  In light of the August 2024 core update, a ranking bug affecting search results has emerged. Google claims the bug is unrelated to the update and confirms the issue is resolved and search performance should be stabilizing back to normal.  Will the Google empire crumble? The DOJ and U.S government are considering a dismantling of the tech giant due to ongoing antitrust violations. Other penalties Google could potentially face are fines, privacy restrictions, and other financial constraints. Although a complete breakup is unlikely, the potential risk to SEO is monumental.  It's a roller coaster this week folks so strap in and get ready for everything that happened this past week in SEO here on EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:03:55] The Google Search Bug has been resolved! [00:06:11] The Core-Update we all suspected- it's confirmed. [00:15:50] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:16:11] Could the U.S. be looking to break up Google? Captain Obvious:  [00:20:39] Do you pay for Gemini Advanced? AI Blitz: [00:25:52] Google Search Expands AI Overviews Globally [00:25:59] Google AI Overviews now show for signed-out users in the US [00:26:34] X agrees to halt use of certain EU data for AI chatbot training AI Tools: [00:27:41] Luma Labs launches Dream Machine 1.5 [00:28:50] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:30:05] Thumbnails Back In Google Search Result Snippets For Many [00:30:19] Google Testing Search Snippet Hover Background Colors [00:30:30] FTC Banned Fake Reviews Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Google is upgrading its Local Service Ads, introducing an auto-select photos feature to display in businesses ads, with aims to enhance effectiveness and rankings. To fully take advantage, advertisers should start updating their LSA profile photos. Google says URL parameters can create crawl and indexing inefficiencies. The issue is most common among e-commerce websites that use URL parameters to filter, sort, and specify items.  Last Monday, a federal judge ruled that Google is an illegal monopoly, but rivals say a slap on the wrist won't cut it. Google competitors Yelp and DuckDuckGo push for the DOJ to enforce tougher action to break up the search monopoly.  As always, be sure to tune in for the latest in SEO here on the EDGE of the Web!  News from the EDGE: [00:03:05] Google Upgrades Local Services Ads with Automated Photo Selection [00:04:56] Google Alerts: URL Parameters Causing Crawling Problems [00:09:15] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:10:45] What Competitors Seek After Google's DOJ Antitrust Victory AI Blitz: [00:17:59] The 6 Best AI Content Checkers To Use In 2024 via @sejournal AI Tools: [00:23:56] Google Meet call will soon be able to take notes for you [00:26:15] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:26:51] Google Search Listing srsltid URL Parameters From Merchant Center [00:28:29] Google Featured Snippets With Emojis & Special Characters [00:28:50] Google: We Don't Track How Expensive It Is To Crawl, Render, Index & Serve Pages Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources:  Google Upgrades Local Services Ads with Automated Photo Selection Google Alerts: URL Parameters Causing Crawling Problems What Competitors Seek After Google's DOJ Antitrust Victory The 6 Best AI Content Checkers To Use In 2024 via @sejournal, @annabellenyst Google Meet call will soon be able to take notes for you Google Search Listing srsltid URL Parameters From Merchant Center Google Featured Snippets With Emojis & Special Characters Google: We Don't Track How Expensive It Is To Crawl, Render, Index & Serve Pages #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Google announces they will be hitting advertisers with a 2.5% service fee for ads run in Canada starting in October. Advertisers, be sure to keep an eye on your geographic targets to avoid these fees in certain jurisdictions. Advertisers beware! Google Ads hit with major outage on August 1st, leaving advertiser information exposed to competitors! The data breach left merchant center information openly visible, raising major privacy concerns.  Lastly, Google confirms that the Robots.txt file does not meet necessary security standards. The file, intended to guide search engine crawlers, fails to restrict unauthorized users from accessing sensitive information.  As always, tune in for all the latest news to know what's happening in SEO, as we ease into the 7th century of the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:02:54] Google Ads has new surcharges in certain regions [00:06:07] Major glitch in Google Ads exposes competitor data [00:11:06] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:12:26] Google says- Robots.txt can't block unauthorized access Captain Obvious:  [00:16:42] Mordy's bone to pick with LinkedIn AI Blitz: [00:19:03] Reddit CEO to Microsoft and AI search engines: Pay for our content [00:21:40] Is Perplexity AI's Revenue Share Plan Fair? [00:23:37] OpenAI has a watermarking tech to detect text written by ChatGPT with 99.9% reliability, but the project launch has been mired in internal debates AI Tools: [00:30:26] AI Real Time Speech Translation [00:31:13] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:33:48] Google Local Service Ads Automated Lead Dispute System [00:35:10] Google To Allow Pubic Hair Grooming Ads In September 2024 [00:36:48] Google Search Ranking Volatility Bursting At The Seams Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Resources:  Google Ads has new surcharges in certain regions Major glitch in Google Ads exposes competitor data Google says- Robots.txt can't block unauthorized access Reddit CEO to Microsoft and AI search engines: Pay for our content Is Perplexity AI's Revenue Share Plan Fair? via @sejournal, @martinibuster OpenAI has a watermarking tech to detect text written by ChatGPT with 99.9% reliability, but the project launch has been mired in internal debates (Wall Street Journal) AI Real Time Speech Translation Google Local Service Ads Automated Lead Dispute System Google To Allow Pubic Hair Grooming Ads In September 2024 Google Search Ranking Volatility Bursting At The Seams Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Join us for episode 700 of EDGE of the Web! We're grateful for each and every listener who keeps us motivated to push out new content each and every week, so raise a glass as episode 700 gets underway! Reddit has limited all but one search engine from accessing its content. Surprise, surprise… It's Google. This move is sparked by an ongoing trend of publishers and websites aiming to protect their data from AI training models, although Google is an exception, likely due to their recent $60 million deal.  Cookie abolishment put on hold! That's right, Google is switching up once again. Recent Google plans show they have gone back on their word and will keep cookies on Chrome; instead, they will incorporate updated user preference management.  What the heck is a GEO? Well, it may be your future. Speculation suggests that Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) may be the title of the future for SEOs as the digital landscape shifts from search to AI optimization.  This week, we cover major industry news and find out how truly intelligent AI Overviews really are, so tune in and enjoy episode 700 of the EDGE! News from the EDGE: [00:06:40] Reddit is limiting all search engines except one: wonder which one… [00:11:03] So are we getting rid of cookies, or not?! [00:16:05] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:18:02] Are SEOs going to throw away their business cards to become GEOs? Captain Obvious:  [00:27:52] Nike Ad Campaign AI Blitz: [00:33:40] OpenAI starts testing the SearchGPT prototype, here's what it looks like AI Tools: [00:38:18] Storyblocker - Visualized storyboard with real-time 3D and AI [00:38:45] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:39:54] Report: How Often Google Mixes Ads Into Organic Search Results [00:40:02] Ongoing Google Search Ranking Volatility For 2 Weeks [00:42:03] Google: Core Update Isn't Extremely Far Away As Publishers Grow Concerned

Welcome back to another episode of news from the EDGE! Erin is out traveling the world, so Mordy and Jacob guide the ship this week! Google AI Overviews take a big hit! Reports show that Overviews have taken a downward spiral in result frequency, as the AI feature now only shows up in 7% of all queries. Noticeable drops come from education, entertainment, and e-commerce queries, while Reddit and Quora citing rates near zero.  Google confirms there is no way to prevent specific content from appearing in your Discover feed, unlike Google News. A critique of this limitation by Lily Ray finds Google Search Liaison intrigued, stating that they see value and will ‘pass it on'.  Last up, Amazon has released their AI shopping assistant, Rufus, to the public. Rufus is intended to create a personally tailored e-commerce shopping experience for each and every customer, pushing Amazon further along in the AI race.  Be sure to tune in to this episode for all the latest SEO awesomeness and we will see you next week for the big 700! News from the EDGE: [00:01:55] Google AI Overviews only show for 7% of queries, a new low [00:05:24] Google Says There's No Way To Block Content From Discover Feed [00:08:31] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics Captain Obvious:  [00:10:30] Podcasting ain't easy! AI Blitz: [00:13:23] Amazon's AI shopping assistant Rufus is live for all U.S. customers [00:17:16] OpenAI is ‘going to build a search product' [00:19:02] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:20:02] Google To Host More Creator Meetings [00:21:04] Report: Google AI Overviews Barely Showing Reddit Or Quora Citations Anymore [00:21:36] Google: Core Update Expected In The Coming Weeks Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources: Google AI Overviews only show for 7% of queries, a new low Google Says There's No Way To Block Content From Discover Feed Amazon's AI shopping assistant Rufus is live for all U.S. customers OpenAI is ‘going to build a search product' Google To Host More Creator Meetings Report: Google AI Overviews Barely Showing Reddit Or Quora Citations Anymore Google: Core Update Expected In The Coming Weeks #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Welcome back to News from the EDGE! The crew is back together this week as we cover the breaking news in SEO as always.  To better combat misinformation, Google will now require that advertisers disclose election ads that contain digitally manipulated content. This policy will automatically apply in-ad disclosure to all ads that use digitally altered images, audio, or video of real people or events.  Advertisers beware! Apple has expanded their 30% fee on Facebook and Instagram ad purchases through the IOS systems to advertisers worldwide. Meta claims this gives Apple an unfair advantage as the long term rev-share battle between tech giants continues.  Lastly, Google needs to take a trip back to grammar school as a study unveils query components the search engine still regularly struggles with. It was revealed that Google's system still has a difficult time analyzing queries containing prepositions and the word ‘not'.   Be sure to tune in for all the latest Google, Tech, and AI news this week and get ready for a new round of Lidia Infante interviews coming right up! News from the EDGE: [00:07:41] Google to mandate disclosures of election ads with digitally altered content depicting real people or events [00:12:46] Apple includes a 30% fee for Facebook and Instagram ads [00:15:52] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:18:10] Google discusses two search types it can't quite figure out Captain Obvious:  [00:23:44] Gen Alpha has more access to tech than older generations during their childhood?  [00:27:00] Jealousy is NOT a marketing strategy! AI Blitz: [00:27:59] Microsoft details ‘Skeleton Key' AI jailbreak [00:29:36] Tech war escalates: OpenAI shuts door on China [00:31:17] YouTube now lets you request removal of AI-generated content that simulates your face or voice [00:32:51] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:34:12] Google dropping continuous scroll in search results [00:35:15] Some Sites Hit By Google Helpful Content Update Seeing Small Lifts [00:37:30] Bing People Also Ask Now May Include AI Generated Content Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources:  Google to mandate disclosures of election ads with digitally altered content depicting real people or events Apple includes a 30% fee for Facebook and Instagram ads Google discusses two search types it can't quite figure out Microsoft details ‘Skeleton Key' AI jailbreak Tech war escalates: OpenAI shuts door on China YouTube now lets you request removal of AI-generated content that simulates your face or voice Keyframe Movie Creation with AI Google dropping continuous scroll in search results Some Sites Hit By Google Helpful Content Update Seeing Small Lifts Bing People Also Ask Now May Include AI Generated Content #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Erin has traveled west this week for some much needed summer relaxation. Thankfully Andrew Cock-Starkey stepped in to help Mordy and Jacob deliver the news for this episode.  Universal Analytics takes its final ride into the sunset this month. Google announced that on July 1st, 2024 they will fully discontinue and shut down this web traffic metrics tool. We sure hope you have, but if you haven't, don't forget to migrate to GA4 ASAP! A recent study has unveiled a rise in authority for E-Commerce and User-Generated Content indicating that these forms of content are being prioritized by Google on the SERP as affiliate marketers are losing visibility fast.  Google has released their June 2024 Spam Update. The update is intended to continue to penalize low-quality content by identifying and targeting sites with keyword stuffing and unnecessary backlinks.  Tune in as we say goodbye to our friend Universal Analytics and discuss all that's new in the search realm this week here on the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:04:54] Universal Analytics Ends on July 1: Essential Information You Need [00:06:44] SEO Visibility in 2024: Review Sites Decline, eCommerce and User-Generated Content Rise [00:12:59] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:14:11] Google Releases June 2024 Spam Update [00:18:35] Lily Ray's New Rabbit Hole: a post on LinkedIn AI Blitz: [00:22:55] Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas responds to plagiarism and infringement accusations [00:25:05] AIs are coming for social networks [00:27:56] Google using ML to review Local Service Ads (LSA) and "automatically review all leads" [00:30:01] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:31:08] Google Search Tests Black Sitelinks [00:32:01] Google AI Overviews FAQs Including Why You Can't Disable AI Overviews [00:34:14] AI Overviews and Reddit  [00:37:25] Local SEO - Google Maps exploit

Welcome back to the EDGE! Google is accused of sending a $2.3 million check to successfully avoid a jury trial in their antitrust lawsuit. This payment has secured Google a Judges approval on a bench trial, causing a major setback to the Justice Department's antitrust push against Big Tech. Reddit is revamping its comment stream ad placement with hopes to increase reachability to users. The updated ads will be larger and appear inside of conversation threads to reach users at the highest engagement level.  Google Ads is phasing out credit and debit card payments for advertisers. By July 31st, advertisers must attach a bank account and follow a monthly invoice payment format. This move is supposed to only affect high-growth accounts, but the spend thresholds have not yet been released.  Plus, Mordy unleashes all of his frustrations in an all new segment ‘Captain Obvious'.  Keep riding the SEO wave with us as we give you all you should know about SEO and digital marketing this week on the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:06:43] Google pays $2.3 million to secure bench trial in adtech antitrust case [00:09:22] Reddit Launches Updated Conversation Ads [00:13:57] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:15:59] Google Ads phasing out card payments Captain Obvious:  [00:18:07] You can't have product or service differentiation unless you are actually different in some way. AI News: [00:21:35] Spotify announces an in-house creative agency, tests generative AI voiceover ads [00:23:15] Color and OpenAI tackle AI cancer care AI Tools: [00:25:20] Researchers teach AI to speak dogs? Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:26:51] Google Business Profiles Websites No Longer Load - 404 [00:28:10] The Maddening Adventure Of Tracking AI Overviews In Google Search Console [00:30:01] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources:  Google pays $2.3 million to secure bench trial in adtech antitrust case Reddit Launches Updated Conversation Ads Google Ads phasing out card payments Spotify announces an in-house creative agency, tests generative AI voiceover ads  Color and OpenAI tackle AI cancer care  Researchers teach AI to speak dog Summarize, connect, and remember online content Google Business Profiles Websites No Longer Load - 404 The Maddening Adventure Of Tracking AI Overviews In Google Search Console   #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Welcome back to the EDGE! Mordy makes his return this week as the team digs even deeper into the Google Search API leaks, and evaluates the state of AI in search. Aleyda Solis has composed a collection of resources surrounding the API Doc leaks, readily accessible for you to gather the full picture of what these leaks mean for SEO. Be sure to keep this list in your back pocket for any current and future updates!  Google AI Overviews are now showing up in only 15% of search queries, a major drop since the rollout. Many reports of concerningly false outputs over the past months seem to be the cause of the decline. It's clear that Google is pulling back while they attempt to fine tune the technology, but the timeline is unknown for AI Overviews moving forward.  Matt Southern, a Moz Search Scientist, released an article this week warning SEO's of ‘challenges ahead' due to Google AI. SEO's are facing a rising threat in zero click content, leaving traditional organic SEO vulnerable.  Tune in as we uncover new developments revealing how AI continues to emerge as a bigger and bigger question mark in search this week on the news from the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:08:07] Aleyda Solis Shares Insights from Leaked Google Search API Document [00:11:16] Google AI Overviews' Visibility Plummets, Appearing in Only 15% of Queries [00:19:12] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:20:51] SEO Facing Crisis? Moz Search Scientist Highlights Upcoming Challenges AI Blitz: [00:25:20] Perplexity Pages showing in Google AI Overviews, featured snippets [00:26:20] Meta is notifying Instagram and Facebook EU users that it's using their data to train its AI models, and users can opt-out, "if your objection is honored" [00:27:00] X now permits AI-generated adult content [00:29:08] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks AI Tools: [00:30:18] Underlord, from Descript [00:31:02] Generate AI TV shows and episodes Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:32:21] Google Warns: Sites That Are Inaccessible On Mobile Will Not Be Indexed [00:34:24] Google Fixed The Search Console Links Report [00:35:12] Google Business Profiles Tests Chat With SMS & WhatsApp Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources:  Aleyda Solis Shares Insights from Leaked Google Search API Document Google AI Overviews' Visibility Plummets, Appearing in Only 15% of Queries SEO Facing Crisis? Moz Search Scientist Highlights Upcoming Challenges Perplexity Pages showing in Google AI Overviews, featured snippets Meta is notifying Instagram and Facebook EU users that it's using their data to train its AI models, and users can opt out, "if your objection is honoured" X now permits AI-generated adult content Underlord, from Descript Generate AI TV shows and episodes Google Warns: Sites That Are Inaccessible On Mobile Will Not Be Indexed Google Fixed The Search Console Links Report Google Business Profiles Tests Chat With SMS & WhatsApp #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Erin Sparks and Jacob Mann are returning to bring you the hottest SEO news of the week. Mordy was absent this week, but worry not, as the great Michael King fills in!  Google AI overviews are under fire for giving dangerous and wrong answers. Announced at Google I/O and recently rolled out, the AI summary tool has quickly gathered attention for its comically incorrect responses to user queries. The question of why Google has not removed such a blatantly bad and underdeveloped tool leaves the SEO community puzzled.  The crew explores TikTok's debut of AI-powered ad automation, TikTok One, a centralized hub that gives advertisers access to creators, creative tools, partners, and measurement capabilities. Additionally, TikTok releases TikTok Symphony, an umbrella for AI ad tools that support script writing, video production, and creative asset optimization.  The last headline on the ballot shows that the Wayback Machine is under attack. The Internet Archive has been hit with a DDOS attack, making it difficult for users to access the California-based nonprofits free site. The nonprofit wrote on Monday that data has thankfully not been affected, but services are still being blocked for many users. The identities and motives of the attackers are still unknown. Tune in to navigate a major week in SEO news with the team this week as always, here on the EDGE of the Web! Digital Marketing News: [00:00:00] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Riverside.FM [00:04:12] Google faces criticism over AI Overview feature providing misleading and harmful information [00:15:01] TikTok launches AI-driven tools to automate ad creation [00:21:07] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:21:16] Internet Archive experiences major disruption from a DDoS attack AI News: [00:25:00] Ex-Googler: Google's AI projects are driven by ‘stone cold panic' [00:29:59] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: SERanking [00:31:21] Elon Musk's xAI raises $6 billion to fund its race against ChatGPT and all the rest AI Tools: [00:35:40] Canva Magic Studio [00:37:59] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:39:40 ] Memorial Day Google Search Ranking Volatility [00:41:49] Google's John Mueller On Recovering From Core Updates - Maybe You Had A Good Run… [00:44:10] In the Face Of AI Overview Backlash, Google Updates Docs With How To Show Web-Only Results & How To Give Feedback Thanks to our Sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site SERanking: https://edgeofthewebradio.com/seranking Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Riverside.FM: https://edgeofthewebradio.com/riverside Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @iPullRank Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources:  Google faces criticism over AI Overview feature providing misleading and harmful information TikTok launches AI-driven tools to automate ad creation Internet Archive experiences major disruption from a DDoS attack Ex-Googler: Google's AI projects are driven by ‘stone cold panic' Google's AI Overviews Shake Up E-commerce Search Visibility Elon Musk's xAI raises $6 billion to fund its race against ChatGPT and all the rest Canva Magic Studio Automate prompt engineering with self-improving optimization Memorial Day Google Search Ranking Volatility Google's John Mueller On Recovering From Core Updates - Maybe You Had A Good Run… In Face Of AI Overview Backlash, Google Updates Docs With How To Show Web Only Results & How To Give Feedback #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine  

Are you curious about Google's latest moves in SEO and AI? This week on EDGE of the Web, host Erin Sparks and show producer Jacob Mann explore articles that reveal Google's strategies and advancements in these ever-evolving fields.  Google's helpful content system might be changing a bit. The recent update folds helpfulness signals into their core ranking algorithm, making them page-level considerations. This means content on individual pages will be judged for its value to users, with some influence still coming from overall site authority.  The takeaway? Focus on showcasing your expertise and building trust with transparency! Erin and Jacob also discuss Search Engine Land's 2024 Search Advertising Benchmarks report, which reveals rising costs and declining conversion rates.  The average cost-per-click (CPC) increased by 10% across most industries, with some sectors experiencing even steeper hikes.  Conversion rates also dipped slightly, falling to 6.96% on average.  Another topic discussed is outlining the struggle with unwanted content appearing in Google's AI overviews. This GSQI blog post offers a solution! While completely opting out isn't possible, the article explores using "preview controls" like nosnippet and max-snippet. These tools allow you to limit or remove specific content from being displayed in the AI Overviews, ensuring your audience sees the information you want them to. Stay ahead of the curve by tuning in to this week's EDGE news podcast, packed with trending topics and insights on the future of AI. News from the EDGE: [00:03:39] Google's Helpfulness Signals Could Be Updating Again: Why It Will Fall Short [00:11:44] Rising Search Ad Costs and Dropping Conversion Rates [00:16:04] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:19:44] Managing Google's AI Overviews: Using 'Preview Controls' to Remove Content and Links [00:24:05] Andrew Optimsey's Plugin: Optimisey Search [00:26:10] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: SERanking AI Blitz: [00:27:25] ChatGPT to Mine Reddit for Content in Partnership with OpenAI [00:29:50] Google Ads Limits Use of Brand Names and Logos in AI Image Generation [00:32:20] OpenAI Dissolves AI Safety Team, Raising Concerns About Superintelligence [00:34:07] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:35:05] Decoding Google's Ranking Systems: Insights from Communication Engineers [00:36:03] Google Search Update: Notes and Comments Now Included in Results  [00:38:32] How to Remove Your Content from Google's AI Overviews Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     SERanking: https://edgeofthewebradio.com/seranking Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources Google's Helpfulness Signals Could Be Updating Again: Why It Will Fall Short Rising Search Ad Costs and Dropping Conversion Rates Managing Google's AI Overviews: Using 'Preview Controls' to Remove Content and Links ChatGPT to Mine Reddit for Content in Partnership with OpenAI Google Ads Limits Use of Brand Names and Logos in AI Image Generation OpenAI Dissolves AI Safety Team, Raising Concerns About Superintelligence Eleven Labs: A Powerful Platform for AI-Powered Voice Generation GeoSpy: Unveiling the Secrets of Location-Based Intelligence Can AI Help You Talk Better? Exploring the Capabilities of Chatter Decoding Google's Ranking Systems: Insights from Communication Engineers Google Search Update: Notes and Comments Now Included in Results How to Remove Your Content from Google's AI Overviews #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Welcome back for another week of news from the EDGE! Host Erin Sparks speaks with Mordy Oberstein and Jacob Mann about several key articles regarding Google's strategies and developments in SEO and AI. The "Content Decay Exposed" delved into a conversation between Google's John Mueller and Lizzi Sassman as they tackled the challenge of content decay in the online sphere. This sheds light on Google's ongoing efforts to address and navigate the evolving landscape of search engine optimization. Another noteworthy topic covered was Alphabet's interest in acquiring HubSpot, a leading marketing automation platform. The article "Alphabet Eyes HubSpot" provides insights into the ongoing acquisition talks between HubSpot and Google's parent company. This potential acquisition hints at Alphabet's strategic moves to bolster its presence in the digital marketing realm. Erin and Mordy also discussed Google's unveiling of AI Overviews in the US, which revealed promising insights into higher click-through rates but with a notable absence of data for creators. This development underscores Google's continued integration of artificial intelligence into its services, promising improved user experiences but also raising questions about data accessibility and transparency for content creators. Tune in to this week's news episode to stay current on trending news topics and key AI information. News from the EDGE: [00:03:55] Content Decay Exposed: Google's John Mueller and Lizzi Sassman Tackle a Real SEO Challenge [00:09:17] Alphabet Eyes HubSpot: Inside the Ongoing Acquisition Talks with Google's Parent Company [00:12:00] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:13:36] Google Unveils AI Overviews in the US: Higher Click-Through Rates, But No Data for Creators Yet AI Blitz: [00:29:29] OpenAI debuts GPT-4o ‘omni' model now powering ChatGPT [00:30:09] Apple Wrapping Up OpenAI Deal to Bring ChatGPT Features to iOS 18 AI Tools: [00:31:32] Voice AI & Text to Speech for Creators: Replica Voice Director [00:33:23] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:35:10] Google Tried To Steal OpenAI's Thunder 45 Minutes Prior To OpenAI's GPT-4o Announcement [00:35:18] Google: Video Pages Need To Be Super-Obvious Video Play Pages [00:36:42] Google Search Confirms Deindexing Vast Amounts Of URLs In February 2024 Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources: Content Decay Exposed: Google's John Mueller and Lizzi Sassman Tackle a Real SEO Challenge Alphabet Eyes HubSpot: Inside the Ongoing Acquisition Talks with Google's Parent Company Google Unveils AI Overviews in the US: Higher Click-Through Rates, But No Data for Creators Yet OpenAI debuts GPT-4o ‘omni' model now powering ChatGPT Apple Wrapping Up OpenAI Deal to Bring ChatGPT Features to iOS 18 Voicenotes is an advanced note-taking app that uses AI to transcribe your spoken thoughts instantly Voice AI & Text to Speech for Creators: Replica Voice Director Google Tried To Steal OpenAI's Thunder 45 Minutes Prior To OpenAI's GPT-4o Announcement Google: Video Pages Need To Be Super-Obvious Video Play Pages Google Search Confirms Deindexing Vast Amounts Of URLs In February 2024 #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Welcome back to news from the EDGE! Mordy couldn't make it this week so VP of Growth Marketing at Musora Media AND featured guest of this week's interview series, Michel Fortin steps in to give newscasting a crack!  Google's March 2024 Core Update has come to an end! The update consisted of sizable algorithm changes to reduce low quality and irrelevant content, resulting in 40% of websites being de-indexed or removed from search results. The Department of Justice is gearing up for their closing statements on their antitrust lawsuit against Google: major changes to search may be in store. Plus, An AI arms race is upon us as the U.S Air Force has announced plans of a fully AI controlled fighter jet fleet, with a planned rollout of the operation by 2028. Be sure to jump over to our newsletter for this week's AI Tools. We cover all the latest in SEO as always so be sure to tune in for this segment of the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:06:24] Unveiling the Google March 2024 Core Update: 3 Key Insights [00:12:38] Google vs. DOJ: Antitrust Trial Nears Verdict [00:16:32] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:17:55] Cleaning Up Search: Google's New Weapons Against Spam AI Blitz: [00:25:03] Google SGE AI Answers Now Cost 80% Less To Generate [00:30:54] US Air Force plans a fleet of 1,000+ AI-controlled jets, the first of them operating by 2028; some AI versions already beat human pilots in air-to-air combat [00:34:05] Randy Travis just released his first new song in over a decade, using AI [00:40:01] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:41:48] Google Search Tests Custom Filters & Templates [00:43:22] Google Search Tests Showing Only Local Listing For Near Me Queries [00:45:24] Google SGE Says Drink Urine To Pass Kidney Stones Quickly Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MichelFortin Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources:  3 key observations about the Google March 2024 core update Google, DOJ make closing arguments in antitrust trial New ways we're tackling spammy, low-quality content on Search Google SGE AI Answers Now Cost 80% Less To Generate OpenAI To Show Content & Links In Response To Queries Google Gemini Stops Linking To Most Sources? US Air Force plans a fleet of 1,000+ AI-controlled jets, the first of them operating by 2028; some AI versions already beat human pilots in air-to-air combat Randy Travis just released his first new song in over a decade, using A Automatically create step-by-step tutorials with AI Ask questions and hear answers, available on iOS for Pro users Google Search Tests Custom Filters & Templates Google Search Tests Showing Only Local Listing For Near Me Queries Google SGE Says Drink Urine To Pass Kidney Stones Quickly #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Welcome back for another week of news from the EDGE! Google is jumping into the CRM market as it plans to acquire HubSpot for $34 billion. Some experts speculate this will spark even more challenges for Google concerning antitrust regulations. New fake AI-generated law firms are accusing people of copyright infringement at a mass scale… and the true motive may surprise you. Should you be labeling your AI content? Tech giants Google, YouTube, Meta, and TikTok are urgently pushing for users to label their AI content! Plus, many fear the potential influence China may have on the 2024 election through widespread AI misinformation. Things are moving around in the SEO space; here's everything you need to stay ahead here on the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:03:27] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:08:48] Is Google Eyeing HubSpot for Acquisition? [00:11:54] Data Reveals Shortcomings in Privacy Tools [00:15:15] Shady SEO: Fake Law Firms Use Fake DMCA Threats for Gains AI Blitz: [00:23:48 ] Labeled: A New Wave Of AI Content Labeling Efforts [00:32:40] Microsoft: China plans to disrupt elections with AI-generated disinformation AI Tools: [00:34:24] Fix your blurry photos using AI [00:35:43] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:37:50] Google SGE Testing Tabs In AI Overviews [00:40:33] Google: Ad Strength Is Not Used In Ad Auction [00:42:15] Microsoft's Fabrice Canel: SEOs Don't Realize Bing Search Usage Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources  Is Google Eyeing HubSpot for Acquisition? Data Reveals Shortcomings in Privacy Tools Shady SEO: Fake Law Firms Use Fake DMCA Threats for Gains Labeled: A New Wave Of AI Content Labeling Efforts Will AI Replace SEO Specialists? Microsoft: China plans to disrupt elections with AI-generated disinformation Driver AI explains millions of lines of code in minutes instead of months AI infrastructure for customer support Fix your blurry photos using AI Google SGE Testing Tabs In AI Overviews Google: Ad Strength Is Not Used In Ad Auction Microsoft's Fabrice Canel: SEOs Don't Realize Bing Search Usage #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Erin Sparks is back behind the Digital News Desk this week to deliver a groundbreaking news flash - Google greenlights Microsoft's 53% acquisition, handing over a majority stake to Bill and the crew. Did we get ya? Happy April Fools from all of us at EDGE of the Web! This week we investigate a new lawsuit against Facebook and Instagram as allegations pile up claiming the social platforms are allegedly delivering ads to bot accounts and inflating ad viewership metrics to their advertisers. Google STILL has not announced a launch date for SGE; here's the scoop. Plus, OpenAI released a new feature opening a whole new spectrum of possibilities. Kick-off this April right and tune in for what is and isn't happening in SEO right here on the EDGE! News from the EDGE: [00:07:16] Facebook and Instagram Accused of Bilking Advertisers in $7 Billion Lawsuit [00:09:24] YouTube Asks Creators: Hold Onto Your Videos! [00:15:40] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:18:23] Small Website Tweaks Might Not Move the Google Search Needle AI Blitz: [00:20:29] Google still has not announced a launch date for SGE [00:26:21] Google starts testing AI overviews from SGE in main Google search interface [00:26:40] OpenAI just unveiled Voice Engine AI Tools: [00:29:28] Delfiny AI - Talk to AI Marketing Assistant for Your Digital Ads [00:30:47] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:32:08] SEOs, Please Don't Remove Contact Us & About Us Pages [00:35:43] Google: Fixing A Helpful Content Site Isn't About Where Measuring Against The Previous Version Of That Site Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources  Facebook and Instagram Accused of Bilking Advertisers in $7 Billion Lawsuit YouTube Asks Creators: Hold Onto Your Videos! Small Website Tweaks Might Not Move the Google Search Needle Google still has not announced a launch date for SGE Google starts testing AI overviews from SGE in main Google search interface OpenAI just unveiled Voice Engine Adobe GenStudio: 3 key questions answered Talk to AI Marketing Assistant for Your Digital Ads New Google Shopping & Maps Search Features SEOs, Please Don't Remove Contact Us & About Us Pages Google: Fixing A Helpful Content Site Isn't About Where Measuring Against The Previous Version Of That Site #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Erin was off fighting crime this week, but you need not worry because the great Mordy Oberstein and Jacob Mann took the stage for this segment. Plenty of Google this week. Study shows Google AI summaries do, in fact hurt search traffic. Google finds a new ally in Disney to expand real-time ad exchange, meaning that marketers will have broader access to ad inventory across Disney Plus and Hulu. Recent news shows that the U.S. is further behind China in AI research & development than you would have imagined. Plus, Google has an all-new filter tab. Don't miss out on what's happening in the SEO world this week, as always, right here on the EDGE of the Web! We're bringing back the EDGE Newsletter!  Join us to catch these headlines and many of the others that didn't make it to the show but were really interesting!  Your News(letter) from the EDGE awaits here! News from the EDGE: [00:08:13] A new study finds that Google's AI summaries may hurt searches for brands and products [00:13:03] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:15:10] Disney teams with Google to boost ad reach [00:19:53] Google Update Unleashes Ranking Rollercoaster: Prepare for Volatility AI Blitz: [00:25:51] Study finds that China produced almost 50% of the world's top AI researchers, compared to ~18% from the US, thanks to China's heavy investment in AI education [00:28:27] Justice Department Risks Picking the Wrong Fight With Apple AI Tools: [00:31:02] AI-powered History Teacher [00:32:49] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:34:10] Report: No Site Hit By The September Helpful Content Update Recovered Yet [00:37:46] Microsoft Buying Ads On Google Search To Drive More Searches On Bing [00:41:15] Google Tests Products & Product Sites Search Bar Filter Tabs Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources:  Google SGE a top threat to brand and product terms Disney announces Google partnership as it expands ad platform Turbulence ahead: The wrath of the March 2024 core update is not linear  Study finds that China produced almost 50% of the world's top AI researchers, compared to ~18% from the US, thanks to China's heavy investment in AI education Justice Department Risks Picking the Wrong Fight With Apple AI-powered History Teacher ZeroTrusted AI Report: No Site Hit By The September Helpful Content Update Recovered Yet Microsoft Buying Ads On Google Search To Drive More Searches On Bing Google Tests Products & Product Sites Search Bar Filter Tabs #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

TikTok is potentially looking at a ban in the U.S if they don't adhere to federal guidelines within 6 months… What drawbacks could this have for marketers? Interested in targeting the whole world on Google Ads? Not so fast! Aaaaaaaaand, it's core update time! That's right, the first 2024 core update is upon us with Google releasing major enhancements in search quality. Early reports saying the update targets manipulation at scale to reduce unhelpful content by a whopping 40%. We'll keep you updated in the coming weeks but here's everything we know now.  We're bringing back the EDGE Newsletter!  Join us to catch these headlines and many of the others that didn't make it to the show but were really interesting!  Your News(letter) from the EDGE awaits here! News from the EDGE: [00:04:50] Here we go again…Is TikTok about to get BANNED in the US? [00:09:26] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics  [00:10:02] Are Google Ads about to screw up your targeting at the country level? [00:13:06] You know what we've been needing around here… A COOOOOOORE UPDATE AI Blitz: [00:27:03] Google engineer stole AI tech for Chinese firms [00:28:26] Researchers create self-spreading AI malware AI Tools: [00:29:54] Suno - Make a song with a prompt [00:32:33] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:33:09] Google: We Still Try To Avoid Overlapping Algorithmic Updates [00:35:18] Google Maps Hides Views Counts On New Reviews [00:36:25] Does Google Search Know What Is Reliable Information Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Resources:  Here we go again…Is TikTok about to get BANNED in the US?  Are Google Ads about to screw up your targeting at the country level? Core Update Core Update Core Update Google engineer stole AI tech for Chinese firms Make a song with a prompt Content & SEO GPT Researchers create self-spreading AI malware Google: We Still Try To Avoid Overlapping Algorithmic Updates Google Maps Hides Views Counts On New Reviews Does Google Search Know What Is Reliable Information Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

There's a lot of movement to cover in the Google realm this week. The carnage continues as a U.S judge grants more class action antitrust lawsuits against Google. Despite the trial, Google continues to make improvements of its own - updating their Local Service Ads with a new verification process to reduce spam. Google is also testing a new feature called Popular Opinions Search Carousel intended to allow users to view opinions and reviews of various products right on the SERP. Finishing up on Google, the crew looks at a new survey that says SEO's distaste in Google is at an all time high. Tensions have risen, where will Google turn next? Tune in this week to find out, here on the EDGE of the Web! We're bringing back the EDGE Newsletter! Join us to catch these headlines and many of the others that didn't make it to the show but were really interesting! Your News(letter) from the EDGE awaits here! News from the EDGE: [00:04:34] LinkedIn Boosts Quality Posts: Your Best Content Could Shine for Months [00:09:28] Google Tests Tool that Refines Existing Quality Content [00:14:41] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics  [00:15:37] A Judge Rules: Google Must Address Some Antitrust Concerns from Advertisers AI News: [00:19:17] Elon Musk sues OpenAI over alleged breach of nonprofit agreement [00:20:51] Some users turn to AI chatbot therapists … but experts warn about the lack of a human connection  [00:26:33] Elon Musk: AI will run out of electricity and transformers in 2025 AI Tools: [00:28:29] Transform any picture into a sticker [00:29:55] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:31:07 ] Report: Google Local Service Ads To Gain New Verification Process [00:32:46] Google Popular Opinions Search Carousel [00:35:14] Survey Says Most SEOs Dislike Google Now More Than Before   Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Resources:  LinkedIn Algorithm Change Could Promote Your Best Posts For Months Google Testing AI Tool That Finds & Rewrites Quality Content Google must face some advertisers' antitrust claims, says U.S. judge Elon Musk sues OpenAI over alleged breach of nonprofit agreement Some users turn to AI chatbot therapists … but experts warn about the lack of a human connection  Elon Musk: AI will run out of electricity and transformers in 2025 Brody Clark: Popular Opinions Search Carousel Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio

Google Local Services Ads in the Hot Seat Welcome back to the EDGE! No Mordy this week, but no need to worry because the great Cindy Krum of MobileMoxie steps in. A glitch has infiltrated Google's Local Services Ads and small business owners are NOT happy. Google feels that the U.S government ‘hate us cause they ain't us', as penalties pile up in post-trial brief. In AI news, Google strikes an AI content licensing deal with Reddit - who's rankings have been off the charts… coincidence? Don't miss the action this week, catch up on all the latest SEO news to help you excel each and every week right here on the EDGE! We're bringing back the EDGE Newsletter!  Join us to catch these headlines and many of the others that didn't make it to the show but were really interesting!  Your News(letter) from the EDGE awaits here! News from the EDGE: [00:04:36] Google's latest quest: Investigating a glitch in Local Services Ads [00:09:08] Google also unveils its new AI Assistant called ‘Help Me Write' for the Chrome Browser [00:17:07] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics  [00:17:50] And here's a hot take, “DON'T BLAME US IF WE HAVE SUCCESSFUL SEARCH RESULTS!” AI Blitz: [00:22:04] Google explains Gemini's ‘embarrassing' AI pictures of diverse Nazis [00:28:02] Tyler Perry halts studio expansion over AI fears [00:32:20] Reddit signs AI content licensing deal with Google [00:40:07] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:41:11] Google Most-Read Articles Search Carousel AI Tools: [00:43:22] Alpaca: A Photoshop Plugin Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Resources:  Google investigating Local Services Ads bug Google Launches “Help Me Write” AI Assistant For Chrome Browser Google: Don't punish us for our success in Search Google explains Gemini's ‘embarrassing' AI pictures of diverse Nazis Massive Volatility Reported - Google Search Ranking Algorithm Update? Google Most-Read Articles Search Carousel Greeting Cards GPT Talently Mock Interview Alpaca: A Photoshop Plugin Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @CindyKrum Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

The EDGE team covered a slew of news this week. Articles from Search Engine Land, Search Engine Round Table, and Search Engine Journal covered the landscape of digital marketing news, but we were able to get a couple of nice AI pieces in there. Watch Reddit folks, they just doubled down on their value by inking a $60m deal with an “unknown” AI company. Any guesses? You also want to check out Sora, the text-to-video feature from OpenAI (we will soon be in a world of video inception). Lastly, check your Meta Ads expenses this weekend. They spent your money like a teenager at the mall, and now they are sorry. We're bringing back the EDGE Newsletter! Join us to catch these headlines and many of the others that didn't make it to the show, but were really interesting! Your News(letter) from the EDGE awaits here! News from the EDGE: [00:03:33] Google Launches "How Search Works" Series To Demystify SEO [00:07:35] Meta Apologizes After Ad Error Causes Campaigns to Overspend by 'Thousands' [00:10:35] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics  [00:11:31] Reddit Dominates Google Search Discussions/Forums AI News: [00:17:57] Reddit Signs Content Licensing Deal with AI Company Ahead of IPO, Bloomberg Reports [00:21:14] OpenAI Introduces Sora [00:22:58] OpenAI's ChatGPT Is Testing a Memory Feature AI Tools: [00:24:20] FirstPic.ai Unveils New Image Recognition Technology [00:26:47] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:27:52] Google Introduces New Stories in Top Stories Section [00:28:42] Google Emphasizes the Importance of Recovery Timing and Helpful Content Update [00:30:21] Google Refines Search DMA Rich Results Aggregator Units and Refinement Chips Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio

Google has taken a stand on fake reviews with a new reviews spam algorithm, claiming to have removed over 170 million policy-violating reviews in 2023 - a 45% spike from years past. But numbers are hard, right? How much did they actually increase?  AI is jumping the gun! As silly as it may sound, you might want to check the web for a premature AI-generated obituary of yours because if you find one… you're not the first! Please, it's time to let go of the disavow tool finally.  Catch up on all the greatest SEO news happening this week, as always, here on the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:03:52] New AI Algorithm Takes Down 45% More Fake Reviews In 2023! [00:09:18] Tracking Paid And Organic Traffic In GA 4 Just Got A Little Easier  [00:10:06] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics  [00:11:50] New Bulk Email Regulations from Google and Yahoo AI Blitz: [00:16:43] The UK is Outpacing the US for AI Hiring [00:18:01]  AI-generated Obituaries Litter Google Search [00:21:09] "AI native" Gen Zers are Comfortable with AI AI Tools: [00:24:28] Diet Helper: ChatGPT Prompt for Healthier Living [00:26:26] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:29:08] Google: You Won't Get Your Rankings Back By Disavowing Toxic Links [00:31:48] Google: EEAT Isn't A Ranking Factor Nor A Thing That Factors Into Other Factors Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources:  Google says it took down 45% more fake reviews in 2023 thanks to new algorithm Google Analytics 4 adds new dimensions for measuring paid and organic traffic New rules for bulk email senders from Google, Yahoo: What you need to know The UK is outpacing the US for AI hiring Websites with seemingly AI-generated obituaries litter Google search, sometimes listing living people as deceased and turning private individuals into clickbait  "AI native" Gen Zers are comfortable on the cutting edge Diet Helper: Your smart, personalized path to healthier eating. Google: You Won't Get Your Rankings Back By Disavowing Toxic Links Google: EEAT Isn't A Ranking Factor Nor A Thing That Factors Into Other Factors #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Hot off the dumping of Bard, Erin, Mordy, and Jacob jump into all the changes happening within Google this week. That's right… Bard is no more, as Google announces relaunch of chat based AI tool adopting the moniker Gemeni.  The UK is increasing criticism of third party cookies, putting Google on the spot. Plus, Google is testing out a new form of Generative AI, developed to answer local questions on Maps.  Come join us on the EDGE for this week's latest SEO news, and please remember to keep Bard in your thoughts as we honor the Chat bot's mediocre legacy.  News from the EDGE: [00:04:36 ] Bard Out, Gemini In: Changelog Confirms the Upcoming Rebrand Effort from Google [00:10:14] Do You Have Some Invisible Pages? Google Addresses Indexing Glitch from Last Week [00:12:03] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics  [00:12:58 ] Tracking Trouble: Can Google Fix its Cookie Alternative in Time? AI Blitz: [00:17:58] EDGE of The Web Sponsor: Hostinger  [00:19:21] Experts from 30 nations will contribute to global AI safety report AI Tools: [00:20:28] Books GPT- Your personal AI guide for discovering and recommending books [00:21:22] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:23:34] Google Search officially retires cache link [00:24:52] Google Maps Tests AI Generated Answers For Local Questions With Local Guides [00:29:32] Google Local Service Ads "Highly Rated" Label Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Hostinger: https://edgeofthewebradio.com/hostinger Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio

Welcome back everybody to the Niche Pursuits News Podcast. Join us as Spencer and Jared tackle the latest headlines about Google, SEO, AI, and content creation.  Get inspired hearing about progress with their side hustles, and learn about some weird niche sites and the unique strategies they're using. The first news item up for discussion is Google's own reporting on the future of SGE during its recent earnings call. Although Spencer and Jared have hypothesized in the past that SGE might hit a dead end, this call confirmed Google leadership's commitment to, and belief in, this new tool.  The company is investing heavily in SGE and expects it to be extremely useful and popular in the future. Spencer underlines the diversity of results using this feature, where the first 10 SGE results are different from the first 10 organic search results, and Jared shares a few highlights from the article about the breadth of search and Google Assistant. How do Spencer and Jared interpret the CEO's comments on SGE? What do they think about his comments about long tail searches? What did the company have to say about publishers? And how did its ad revenue perform? Check out the episode for their take on these questions. The next topic up for discussion is Google Bard's ability to now create images. What happened when Spencer played around with it? What happens if you use them on your website? And how good are the photos it generates? See the images it created for Jared and judge for yourself! The last article they share features a podcast guest, Brandon Salt, who asked for help on Twitter when his traffic tanked. Surprisingly, Danny Sullivan from Google Search Liaison answered him directly and their exchange was highlighted in an article on Search Engine Roundtable. What do Spencer and Jared think about Danny's response? Is his feedback useful and do they agree with his comments? What do they say about embedding videos? And what advice do they give to publishers who like to update their article dates each year? As for their Shiny Object Shenanigans, Spencer once again spoke about his experiment where he's to grow his Facebook page and drive that traffic to his website. How does he run a Facebook likes campaign? What does it cost and entail? He recently launched several campaigns and he shares the results and a little bit about the strategy.  How many likes does he have at the moment? And how would he use this strategy to get into the Amazon Influencer Program? Listen and find out! When it's Jared's turn to talk about side hustles, he shares the latest on his efforts to land public speaking gigs. He has discovered that there are more opportunities than he had anticipated and he talks about his plans going forward.  Both he and Spencer share an update from their Amazon Influencer side hustle. How did they do in January? What do they expect in February? Moving on to their Weird Niche Sites, Spencer shares his site which, unlike the usual sites he shares, is not a content website. Weather Embed is a SaaS tool with a very simple website that is very niche as it's specifically for embedding in newsletters.  Who might use this type of tool? Who might have built this tool? And can it be used beyond newsletters? How do Spencer and Jared think people could use this for their businesses? He doesn't know how much they're making and it barely gets any traffic from Google Search, but it is a very cool, very niche website. Jared then shares his Weird Niche Site: IMCDB, an internet cars movie database. It's essentially a Wikipedia of every car that was ever used in every movie. Although the site is not very user-friendly, it is extremely extensive and includes information and photos about all the cars. It's a classic, old-school directory with a DR of 68, it ranks for 95k keywords, and it gets around 32k organic sessions per month. Which keywords are getting the most traffic? What kind of affiliate program is it using? Listen to find out! And that wraps up another episode of the Niche Pursuits News podcast! Thanks for joining us, and we hope that you're feeling informed and inspired to keep on building, creating, and publishing. See you next week! Be sure to get more content like this in the Niche Pursuits Newsletter Right Here: https://www.nichepursuits.com/newsletter Want a Faster and Easier Way to Build Internal Links? Get $15 off Link Whisper with Discount Code "Podcast" on the Checkout Screen: https://www.nichepursuits.com/linkwhisper Get SEO Consulting from the Niche Pursuits Podcast Host, Jared Bauman: https://www.nichepursuits.com/201creative

SGE in Timeout When will SGE actually come to life on the SERP? It seems the answer is not any time soon, as Google is letting Microsoft and others take the lead in creating a generative experience while SGE remains in the workshop. Keep your eyes peeled; Google announces a plan to restart the official SEO starter guide in the near future. Meta continues its AI push. What's next? Plus, the great Barry Schwartz hints at the next confirmed Google search ranking algorithm coming soon. Stay fresh with all the latest SEO awesomeness every week. Join us on this episode of News from the EDGE! News from the EDGE: [00:01:04] Free Ticket to BrightonSEO: us.brightonseo.com/freetickets [00:06:15] SGE is still stuck in Google Labs - will it escape? [00:12:37] WordPress security issue affecting over 1 million sites [00:16:26] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics  [00:18:04] A big update is coming for Google's SEO Starter Guide AI Blitz: [00:23:46] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Hostinger [00:25:07] Meta expands automated audience targeting options in latest AI push [00:26:58] ChatGPT vs. Google Bard vs. Bing Chat vs. Claude: Which generative AI solution is best? AI Tools: [00:28:45] Jellypod - Transform your inbox into a personalized daily podcast. [00:33:56] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:37:04] Some advertisers are unable to access Google Ads [00:36:12] Report: Custom Google Business Profile Services Impact Rankings Too [00:37:51] Storm Coming: Next Confirmed Google Search Ranking Algorithm Coming Soon? Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Welcome back to News from the EDGE!  Study shows that many top SEOs are concerned about the current state of Google in response to the poor quality, spam-dense SERP as of late. In no effort to solve the situation, Google announces huge Search Quality Rater job cuts moving forward.     In AI news, Zuckerberg sets new goal to create artificial general intelligence (AGI) capable of general cognitive reasoning and independent innovation upon itself… in other words - Skynet. Is AI getting out of control?  Don't navigate this SERP-ocalypse alone. Join us as we take a look into the past week's SEO action right here on the EDGE of the Web!   News from the EDGE: [00:04:58] If you're part of the mass eXodus, you can now sponsor an article on LinkedIn! [00:09:41] What's going to happen to the Quality Raters program if no one is there?  Huge job cuts announced! [00:17:05] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics  [00:18:15] New research study asks if Google Search is getting worse…we all know the answer… AI Blitz: [00:26:58] Mark Zuckerberg's new goal is creating artificial general intelligence [00:31:33] FDA Clearance Granted for First AI-Powered Medical Device to Detect All Three Common Skin Cancers [00:32:49] OpenAI suspends Dean.Bot AI taking on Biden AI Tools: [00:34:15] Reading Coach [00:38:03] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:39:02] Google Responds To Claims Of Google News Boosting Garbage AI Content Resources: LinkedIn Sponsored Articles Google Job Cuts Google Research Study Mark Zuckerberg AGI Google Boosting AI Garbage Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

A new transition king has been crowned this week as Erin takes the throne. Shh… don't tell Mordy! After a quick week off the team is back in action with some compelling news this week.  Don't be fooled, Google author bylines in fact DO NOT influence search rankings despite opposing claims. If you're still confused, good luck reaching Google ad support as reports show they are at an all time low in efficiency.  Plus, Microsoft and Google are battling as they each make big moves in the Artificial Intelligence space.  We've got plenty of courses on the menu this week so grab your bib and get ready for another episode of news from the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:06:04] Is it rock-bottom for Google Ad support? [00:10:19] Breaking news: Author bylines are NOT a ranking factor [00:18:17] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:19:35] TikTok is worried that non-skippable videos might hurt their engagement AI Blitz: [00:22:23] Microsoft's New AI Tools Let Anyone Create Retail Media Content [00:24:55] OpenAI Announces ChatGPT Team For The Workplace [00:25:46] Google unveils new set of AI-powered tools for retailers AI Tools: [00:27:50] Leak: Google launching premium Bard Advanced [00:28:48] Anthropic researchers find AI can learn to deceive [00:29:42] Monetize your audience with your AI companion [00:31:19] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:32:53] Mid-Week Google Search Algorithm Ranking Volatility January 9th & 10th [00:35:11] Large SEO Reddit Community Taken Over By New Moderators [00:36:31] Google Says Ignore Spammy Links From AI-Generated Blogs Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Resources: Anthropic Personage Microsoft AI Tools Google: New AI Tools Search Engine Journal Search Engine Roundtable Search Engine Land Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Cookie Monster Sorrows Happy New Year, folks! Kick-off 2024 the right way, and get up to date on all the latest SEO and marketing news you missed during the time off.  Kicking things off, Facebook is moving to a cookieless environment as they transition to an internal behavioral tracking system. The company recently announced the rollout of ‘link history' for all accounts to promote specialized ad targeting of users - but there's a catch…    Google says cookies are coming to an end. Access to third-party data will soon be unavailable to advertisers, leaving them no choice but to seek behavior-tracking alternatives for the future.  Be ready for a year of extreme volatility! Gear up for a thriving 2024 and stay ahead of the pack as always. Check out all the other early-bird news of the year right here on the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:04:26] Do you prefer opt-in or opt-out for new features? Facebook assumes you want opt out! [00:07:05] Google Ads assures users that support remains steadfast while 'big' AI improvements are on the horizon. [00:11:44] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:14:10] 90% of small and medium-sized businesses are concerned about losing the same thing… find out what it is! AI Blitz: [00:18:01] Google is bringing AI to Android Auto for some reason [00:20:27] Beyond SEO: John Mueller On AI-Generated Images & Stock Photography [00:21:57] Over 2 months, by feeding every word Seligman had ever written into cutting-edge AI software AI Tools: [00:25:48] PatternedAI - Generate unique patterns for your product using AI! [00:27:44] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:30:21] Google New Years Eve Search Algorithm Update [00:31:30] Bing Tests Copying Google's Knowledge Panel Design [00:33:10] Wharton Professor, Ethan Mollick, On The Decay Of Internet Search  Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks

Buckle up, EDGE fans! Erin, Jacob, and Mordy crash onto the scene with the last EDGE of the Web episode of 2024, Episode 650. Mordy, please….can we keep Erin's mother-in-law out of this already? On the docket: 2024 listicle apocalypse, AI drama with Chat GPT and The New York Times, Burger King's hangover-detecting robots, and SEO's 2024 crystal ball (think personalization and AI whispers). Plus, Google's ad experiments and WordPress' competitive platform exodus guides. Grab your existential dread and hit play. It's EDGE OF THE WEB time! Let's get weirder than a family reunion after too much eggnog. News from the EDGE: [00:04:21] Google Acknowledges Live Testing of Ad Copy Variations in Advertisements [00:09:15] Fresh Insights from Google SGE: Exploring Content Formats, YMYL, and Product Views [00:16:13] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:16:51] Keep an Eye on These Crucial Search Trends in 2024 AI Blitz: [00:22:51] Study: Most visited AI Tools in 2023 [00:24:40] New York Times sues Microsoft and OpenAI in copyright case [00:26:36] Burger King turns hangovers into discounts with facial recognition AI Tools: [00:29:11] RambleFix [00:30:37] Meet your AI nutrition and fitness coach [00:33:09] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:34:47] Barry Blast 1: Google Search Generative Experience December End Date Removed [00:35:53] Barry Blast 2: Pre-Christmas Intense Google Algorithm Ranking Volatility [00:37:12] Barry Blast 3: Google Checks 4 Billion Host Names Each Day For Robots.txt   Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Rock, Paper, Scissors - Shoot! Listen in as we're joined by Crystal Carter, head of communications at Wix, to discuss the world of SEO and digital marketing, focusing on Google's latest AI model, Gemini. We cover the model's various versions, its potential to impact search and creative industries, and how Google may have pushed the envelope of reality a little bit with the tool's debut video.  Covering other AI and marketing news, including X's chatbot, Grok, the AWS and NVIDIA partnership for advanced generative AI, and the discussion about the SEC's probe into investment advisors' use of AI and the potential risks involved. News from the EDGE: [00:03:09] Unveiling Gemini: Google's Latest Innovation and Bard's Gemini Pro Upgrade [00:13:16] Meet Grok: The New ChatGPT Competitor Launched by X [00:18:45] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:19:18] Landmark Decision: Jury Rules Google Guilty of Unlawful Monopoly in App Store Battle [00:23:06] EDGE of The Web Sponsor: Hostinger AI Blitz: [00:24:19] AWS and NVIDIA expand partnership to advance generative AI [00:25:54] SEC Probes Investment Advisers' Use of AI AI Tools: [00:28:17] Freeflo- Create better AI images with beautiful, free and endlessly reusable style prompts for Midjourney, Clipdrop, Firefly and DALL-E [00:30:45] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:31:42] Barry Blast 1: Report: Google Local Ranking Now Looks If A Business Is Open Or Closed (Business Hours) Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site  Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Hostinger https://edgeofthewebradio.com/hostinger   Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @CrystalontheWeb Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio   #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Welcome back to News from the EDGE! Host Erin Sparks was out this week, so the pivot man Mordy Oberstein, and 3D-printer extraordinaire Jacob Mann took the reins. The northerners prevail as Google agrees to fork up a hefty sum to Canadian publishers in light of the Online News Act. Google complies to U.S antitrust lawsuit, revealing how many websites are actually indexed on the web. OpenAI is under notable changes, revealing an early 2024 release date of GPT Store shortly after the return of CEO Sam Altman. Plus, Google's November core update is now complete, and the results may surprise you. Stay connected this week as we walk you through everything going on inside of SEO, right here on The EDGE!  News from the EDGE: [00:03:52] How Many Web Pages does Google Actually Index? [00:08:49] EDGE of The Web Sponsor: Hostinger [00:10:13] Spotify Slashes 1,500 Jobs, CEO Cites Economic Challenges [00:17:05] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:18:13] Google will pay $73 Million in a Deal with Canadian Publishers AI Blitz: [00:19:33] OpenAI Welcomes Back Sam Altman As CEO With New Board [00:19:58] GPT Store Set To Launch In 2024 After ‘Unexpected' Delays AI Tools: [00:21:39] Dubbing AI- Change your voice in real-time with AI [00:22:44] Rizzpad- The first build-in AI toolkit for flirting on any dating app [00:24:50] Plus AI Google Analytics Reports- AI-powered presentations with your Google Analytics data  [00:25:54] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:27:19] Google November 2023 core update rollout is now complete  [00:28:00] Google Search now supports discussion forum and profile page structured data [00:29:24] Google May Be Testing Removing Cache Link From Search Results [00:30:30] Google officially drops Mobile Usability report, Mobile-Friendly Test tool and Mobile-Friendly Test API Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Hostinger https://edgeofthewebradio.com/hostinger Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Welcome back to News from the EDGE! There's plenty of chaos within OpenAI as CEO Sam Altman is ousted by the board who justifies the decision as ‘for the betterment of mankind'. Google adds ‘Notes' feature to its artillery, allowing searchers the ability to write their own note on a specific search result listing… What could go wrong here! Plus, Google makes changes to ad policy to further protect children from dangers on the web. The landscape of the SERP is changing, so tune in for all the updates on digital marketing and AI from this past week right here on the EDGE  News from the EDGE: [00:11:48] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics  [00:05:04] Google Search tests Notes on search results [00:07:33] Google launches new personal search experience with follow button and personalized ranking [00:11:48] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks [00:12:35] Google announces update to child and teen ad policy language AI Blitz: [00:18:12] Microsoft recruits former OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Co-Founder Greg Brockman [00:22:07] Meta disbanded its Responsible AI team  [00:23:39] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Hostinger  AI Tools: [00:25:00] GPT Zero - More than an AI detector. Preserve what's human  [00:25:59] Munch - Extract the most engaging and impactful clips from your long-form videos Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:27:34] Avoid including prices of flights in your title tags, says Google [00:29:07] New Yahoo Search Experience May Launch Soon [00:31:01] Google updates search quality raters guidelines Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Hostinger https://edgeofhtewebradio.com/hostinger Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio

Incoming! New Google Review and Helpful Content update on the way, but this may be the last time you're notified beforehand. Moving forward it seems that Google will refrain from announcing future updates as soon they are likely to be coming in real time. There's big news in the marketing world as Meta and Amazon are joining forces to streamline the conversion process for advertisers. OpenAI takes further strides in the Artificial Intelligence race by poaching Google's top AI researchers with monster contracts. Plus, Google releases the SGE wave across 120 new countries and territories across the globe. We're all a bit jet lagged here but nevertheless, we've got all the best SEO news for you right here on The EDGE of the WEB! News from the EDGE: [00:07:33] November 2023 Brings New Reviews Update from Google [00:13:21] Meta and Amazon Join Forces to Enhance Advertiser Conversion Process [00:15:48] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:17:00] Danny Sullivan Says There Are Significant Alterations to Search Ranking System Coming Soon AI Blitz: [00:22:03] Hollywood Actors Strike Ends With a Deal That Will Impact AI and Streaming for Decades [00:26:12] OpenAI lures Google's top AI researchers with multimillion-dollar offers [00:27:08] Senate AI Insight Forum Considers Who's Liable For AI Harm AI Tools: [00:30:26] Multimodal RAG - Leverage AI tech for insightful insurance adjustments [00:31:51] SheetAI - Goodbye, spreadsheet chaos [00:34:07] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:35:39] Google Expands Search Generative Experience To More Countries & Adds New Features [00:37:09] Google's 3 Pillars Of Search Ranking Via DOJ Documents Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Looking for a last-minute Halloween costume? We've got you covered with the most glamorous costume around, an undeniable head-turner, a Monday morning SEO. This week, we discuss HubSpot and TikTok joining forces to form a CRM partnership to empower B2B lead generation. Amazon's ad sales skyrocketed by 26% from an unexpected source. Google announces a new ‘about this image' feature with SGE to better contextualize information in an image. Plus, you've heard it time and time again, and Google is here to remind you… helpful content isn't written to rank high but written for the user. Stay up to speed right here to advance to new heights in the SEO world this week on News From the EDGE! *BONUS* We're giving away 40 FREE Brighton SEO tickets until November 2nd!!! Enter for your chance to win by going to edgeofthewebradio.com/brightonseo! Congratulations to this week's winners! News from the EDGE: [00:03:34] BrightonSEO Sweepstakes  [00:07:26] Are we going to see more ads between organic results? [00:12:29] HubSpot and TikTok announce a new partnership [00:14:49] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:15:52] AHREFs continues to find ethical issues with how SEMRush is editing articles they've acquired AI Blitz: [00:23:53] G7 Reported To Agree On AI Code Of Conduct [00:24:22] Amazon ad sales grow 26% with help from ‘Thursday Night Football,' machine learning [00:25:10] New Version Of ChatGPT Gives Access To All GPT-4 Tools At Once [00:26:08] Google bets $2B on OpenAI competitor Anthropic AI Tools: [00:26:54] Gifter- Find the perfect gift with this AI-powered app [00:29:04] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:30:38] Google rolls out about this image and more SGE links  [00:32:29] Nightshade - ‘poisons' artificial intelligence models to combat copyright theft [00:35:28] Google Provides Signs That You're Writing Unhelpful Content Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

For marketers, the only thing scarier than Halloween is all this AI, as an astounding 70% say they are overwhelmed by Artificial Intelligence development. If you thought these subscriptions were already piling up too high, prepare to add another to your arsenal as X is gearing up to unveil two premium ad-free subscription levels, strategically deployed to wage war against the vast army of bots. Plus, Apple got off to a slow start in the AI race, but not for long as they invest $1B into internal AI development… this should be fun, right? As always, be sure to stay up to date on all the digital marketing and SEO stories to stay ahead of the curve right here on News from the EDGE! *BONUS* We're giving away 40 FREE Brighton SEO tickets until November 2nd!!! Enter for your chance to win by going to edgeofthewebradio.com/brightonseo! Congratulations to this week's winners! News from the EDGE: [00:03:26]  BrightonSEO Sweepstakes [00:05:49] No more cheating on your Google Certifications! [00:09:24] X plans to launch two paid levels for subscription. Where does that leave non-paying accounts? [00:16:40] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:18:03] Does AI overwhelm you more than it overwhelms Mordy? You may not be alone… AI Blitz: [00:20:23] UMG files landmark lawsuit against AI developer Anthropic [00:23:11] Apple was caught flat-footed by the generative AI fever and is on course to spend ~$1B/year to add the tech across iOS 18, Siri, Music, and other apps  [00:24:04] Reddit has met with top generative AI companies about being paid for its data and is considering blocking search crawlers from Google and Bing  AI Tools: [00:25:47] Magic Studio - Create amazing Product Photos in minutes, not days [00:27:14] Voicemod - Voicemod is the real-time voice changer [00:27:55] I Lawyer- Personal AI lawyer at your fingertips [00:29:11] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:30:35] Google: Search Generative Experience May Link To Paywalled Content But Here Is How To Block SGE [00:33:17] Google Top Stories Tests "Mentioned In These Stories” Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Did You Say Synthetic Humans? Welcome back to another episode of News from the EDGE! Google has begun initiating the removal of third-party cookies, with hopes to eventually fully eliminate this tracking capability. YouTube unveils AI-powered campaign, Spotlight Moments, which allows brands to align ads with the most relative cultural content. Plus, you might have an interest in digging into Microsoft AI. Why? A $15,000 cash prize for those who come across a bug is why! Stay connected to the SEO world and up to speed on everything you need to know right here on The EDGE of The Web! *BONUS* We're giving away 40 FREE Brighton SEO tickets until November 2nd!!! Enter for your chance to win by going to edgeofthewebradio.com/brightonseo! Congratulations to this week's winners! News from the EDGE: [00:02:22]  BrightonSEO Sweepstakes [00:04:44] 1% of Chrome users will have third-party cookies disabled in 2024 [00:07:15] Looking for an extra $15,000? All you have to do is find a bug in Microsoft's AI [00:10:33] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:11:11] Brands can now target ‘the most relevant and engaging' videos on YouTube with Spotlight Moments AI Blitz: [00:13:24] The Chatbots Are Now Talking to Each Other [00:16:05] Research: GPT-4 Jailbreak Easily Defeats Safety Guardrails [00:18:16] AI reads ancient Roman scrolls AI Tools: [00:21:12] TweetHunter- All-in-one Twitter growth tool to create content using AI, build an audience, and schedule posts [00:22:21] Face Swap by Akool- Swap faces in photos and videos at studio quality [00:23:16] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:25:25] Google Consolidating Local Search Photos Guidelines  [00:26:16] Google October Core Update Heated Weekend Volatility Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

You Thought Your AI Chats Were Private Didn't You? Welcome back to the EDGE for another great week in SEO news. Google is indexing your conversations with AI? Keep that in mind next time you incriminate yourself to Bard folks. Investment banking giant JPMorgan CEO states, AI will play a role in ‘every single process'... because who wouldn't want a computer model handling our hard earned savings, right? Amazon is diving head first into AI, investing $4B into startup. Plus, as if Halloween season wasn't spooky enough, Google announces yet another Core Algorithm Update this month. Catch up on all the latest SEO, Google, and AI news from this week right here on News From the EDGE! *BONUS* We're giving away 40 FREE Brighton SEO tickets until November 2nd!!! Enter for your chance to win by going to edgeofthewebradio.com/brightonseo! Congratulations to this week's winners! News from the EDGE: [00:02:02] BrightonSEO Sweepstakes [00:04:42] The learning hub over at Reddit is growing [00:07:15] Have you shared any deep dark secrets with your AI pals? Might want to stop doing that! [00:09:16] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:10:25] What's the spookiest thing in October 2023? How about another Google Core Algorithm Update? AI Blitz: [00:15:22] JPMorgan CEO: AI will be used for ‘every single process' [00:16:55] Cyber Security & Cloud Expo: The alarming potential of AI-powered cybercrime [00:18:23] Amazon invests $4B in Anthropic to boost AI capabilities AI Tools: [00:20:08] TalkNotes- Turn your thoughts into actionable notes, fast [00:21:01] Airparser- Data extraction powered by GPT-4 [00:22:30] Meet Millie. Get dating superpower with your AI coach [00:25:43] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:26:45] Google Search Generative Experience Lite Version Test  [00:28:00] Google Local Services Ads Leads Can Now Be Texted To Your Phone [00:29:02] Google unleashes October 2023 spam update  Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site     Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine