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Ironman, Not Superman
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Core Web Vitals Champ: Open Source Versus Proprietary Platforms
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PPC Pulse: Google Data Manager API, YouTube Shorts, LinkedIn Reserved Ads
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Ask A PPC: What Are Learning Periods In Digital Marketing?
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Ask An SEO: What Is The Threshold Between Keyword Stuffing & Being Optimized?
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SEO Trends 2026
In this year's SEO Trends 2026, we've compiled expert advice and predictions on:
- How to build SEO strategies that outlast algorithm turbulence
- Why AI content quality, not quantity, now determines ranking success
- The new rules for gaining visibility in a zero-click search environment
- How to create audience-first content that earns trust and conversions
Do Faces Help YouTube Thumbnails? Here’s What The Data Says
By Matt G. Southern
A new dataset of 300K viral YouTube videos suggests that faces in thumbnails perform about the same as without them, with larger differences by niche.
Search & Social: How To Engineer Cross-Channel Synergy
By Chelsea Alves
Search and social now operate as a single ecosystem where shared signals, audience insights, and unified workflows drive stronger visibility and trust.
YouTube AI Enforcement Questioned As Channels Get Restored
By Matt G. Southern
YouTube creators report sudden channel bans for spam policies, with some restored after public outcry. YouTube claims the vast majority of terminations are correct.
YouTube Shorts Algorithm May Now Favor Fresh Over Evergreen
By Matt G. Southern
Analysts working with top YouTube channels report Shorts older than 30 days receive fewer views. YouTube hasn’t confirmed any algorithm change.
YouTube Title A/B Testing Rolls Out Globally To Creators
By Matt G. Southern
YouTube expands title A/B testing globally to all creators with advanced features. Test up to three titles or title-thumbnail combinations per video.
YouTube Launches First Annual Recap Feature For All Users
By Matt G. Southern
YouTube launched its first annual Recap feature showing viewing stats, top channels, and personality types. North America first, global rollout this week.