Half of Google’s First Page Results are HTTPS, According to Moz
Moz reports the number of HTTPS results on Google’s first page has risen from 30% to 50% over a period of 9 months.
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Matt G. Southern, Senior News Writer, has been with Search Engine Journal since 2013. With a bachelor’s degree in communications, Matt specializes in gathering details, checking facts, and making complex subjects easy to understand. In addition to writing articles, Matt oversees strategy development for SEJ’s news department.
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Bing: Changes to Copyright Removal Process
Bing announced it has streamlined its copyright removal process.
Bing Ads Editor Now Supports Review Extensions
Bing Ads Editor has been updated with support for Review Extensions, and other new features.
Google to Include Built-in Ad Blocker in Chrome Browser
Google, a company which sells digital ads, is working on a feature for Chrome which would block ads by default.
Google My Business Allows Exports of 18-Months of Data
All Google My Business users now have the ability to export up to 18-months worth of data from their listings.
Google My Business Now Reports on Returning Customers
Two new reporting insights have been spotted in some users’ Google My Business dashboards.
Google Brings ‘Your Timeline’ to iOS: A Searchable History of Your Life
Google is bringing ‘Your Timeline’ to Google Maps on iOS for the first time, a feature that was previously exclusive to Android.
Google Approved Over 50% of User Submitted Spam Requests in 2016
Google has released its Webspam Report for 2016, which provides insight into the top webspam trends the company noticed over the previous year.
Google Launching a Job Search Service Called “Google Hire”
Google is preparing to launch a new jobs service, which is already sparking controversy.
YouTube Allows Live Streaming for Channels with 1,000 Subscribers
YouTube has significantly reduced the threshold that must be met for users to initiate live streams from their YouTube channels.
Now You Can Find ‘Style Ideas’ With Google Image Search
Google has introduced a new feature called “style ideas” for image searches on the mobile web.
Google Introduces New Look for Blog Search Results
Google has quietly rolled out a new look for blog search results.
2017 Local Search Ranking Factors: Proximity to Searcher is Number One
Here are the top local search ranking factors of 2017, according to dozens of local search experts.
Google to Personalize Gboard Search Results Using Cloud-Based Machine Learning
Google is currently testing a new way to train its artificial intelligence algorithms using Android phones.
Google Image Search Introduces “Similar Items” Suggestions
Google Image Search has launched “Similar items” suggestions on mobile and the Android Search app.
YouTube Channels With Under 10K Views Can No Longer Display Ads
Google is ramping up its efforts to ensure ads do not appear alongside questionable YouTube videos.
Ask.com Accidentally Leaks Private Search Query Data
For a short period of time, search engine Ask.com accidentally leaked private search query data for all to see.
Google Continues to Crack Down on Fake Google Maps Listings
Google has released new data which details its recent efforts to keep fake listings off Google Maps.
Google Expands “Fact Check” Tag to Search Results and News Articles Worldwide
Google is expanding its “Fact Check” tag to search results and news articles worldwide.
Google Maps Now Lets You Review Continents and Oceans
You can find virtually anything on Google, and it appears that now includes reviews for Earth’s continents and oceans.
Google is Cooler Than Apple, Microsoft, and Facebook — According to Google Survey
A new Google survey reveals what today’s teens think are the coolest brands.
Now You Can Become a Google Certified Mobile Site Developer
Google has launched a Mobile Sites certification program. Become an accredited mobile site developer.
Google Introduces Verified Customer Reviews, Retires Trusted Stores Program
Google is retiring its Trusted Stores program while introducing a brand new way to gain customers’ confidence.
Google iPhone App Updated With New 3D Touch Controls
Google has released an update for its iOS app which takes further advantage of 3D touch controls. In addition, it now comes with a widget...
Bing Releases an iMessage Extension, a Potential Google Allo Competitor
Has Bing one-upped Google with the release of an iMessage extension?
Bing Ads Will Stop Supporting Monthly Budgets as of April 30
Bing has announced it will stop supporting monthly budgets for all Bing Ads entry points by April 30.
Google Implementing New Innovations for Measuring Store Visits
Google has announced a series of new innovations which will improve how the search giant measures store visits in AdWords.
Google AdWords Rolls Out 3 Important Upgrades to Dynamic Search Ads
Google AdWords has introduced three improvements to Dynamic Search Ads (DSA), which are said to make them more effective than ever.
Google Opens Up Google Posts to Sports Teams, Museums, and More
Google has opened up Google Posts, the ability to post content directly to search results, to more verified entities.
Bing Ads Editor Allows Migration from Standard Text Ads to Expanded Text Ads
Bing Ads Editor is making it easier to migrate from standard text ads to Expanded Text Ads with the release of version 11.9.