YouTube Revamps Partner Program Re-Application Policies
YouTube updates re-application policies for its Partner Program, impacting new applicants and suspended channels seeking monetization.
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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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Google’s John Mueller Clarifies WebP Image Indexing Confusion
Google’s John Mueller addresses concerns about WebP image indexing, clarifying its appearance in Google Search Console reports.
Top 5 Ethical Concerns Raised By AI Pioneer Geoffrey Hinton
AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton warns of machines surpassing human intelligence, raises ethical concerns, and departs Google to promote responsible AI development.
Google’s John Mueller Tackles “Dumb” SEO Questions On Reddit
Google’s John Mueller demystifies SEO tactics in a Reddit Q&A, emphasizing unique content, dismissing geotagging, and discouraging shortcuts.
Google Bolsters Advertising On YouTube Shorts
Google is enhancing YouTube Shorts advertising, introducing new features for brand visibility amid platform growth and broader revenue challenges.
Brave Search Cuts Ties With Bing & Goes Independent
Brave Search achieves full independence, operating solely on its own index, bolstering user privacy and transparency in search results.
Google Cracks Down On Ads For Products With Risk Of Death
Google tightens its advertising policy to restrict ads for products with imminent risk of death or grievous bodily harm.
YouTube Addresses Bias & Consistency In Content Moderation Policies
YouTube’s Trust and Safety team addresses content moderation challenges, balancing user safety with creative freedom while minimizing bias.
YouTube Addresses Copyright Concerns, Provides Music Alternatives
YouTube educates creators on copyright laws, dispels misconceptions, and offers copyright-safe music through Audio Library and Creator Music.
Google Strikes Back: A Legal Victory Against CryptBot Malware Distributors
Google triumphs in legal action against CryptBot malware distributors, protecting Chrome users and disrupting cybercriminal ecosystems.
Google Search Console API: A Powerful Tool For Data-Driven Optimization
Google Search Console API offers developers four in-depth search performance data methods, enabling data-driven website optimization and improved performance.
YouTube Unveils AI-Powered Music Ads To Connect With Gen Z
YouTube unveils AI-powered ad solutions targeting Gen Z’s diverse music preferences on long-form and Shorts formats.
Alphabet Q1 2023 Earnings: Slower Search Growth, YouTube Downturn
Alphabet’s Q1 2023 earnings reveal modest growth, restructuring, and Google Cloud profitability amid search and YouTube challenges.
ChatGPT Adds Options To Disable Chat History & Export Data
OpenAI enhances ChatGPT privacy, adding chat history disabling, data export options, and developing a Business subscription plan.
Google’s Environmental Crisis Alerts: Earth Day Spotlight
Discover how Google’s environmental crisis alerts help prepare for floods, wildfires, earthquakes, and more. Stay informed & safe!
Eco-Friendly Search Engines: Making A Difference One Search At A Time
Explore eco-friendly search engines that support environmental and social causes, prioritize user privacy, and promote sustainable practices.
Bing Chat Introduces LaTeX Support & Improves News Grounding
Bing Chat adds LaTeX support, improves news grounding, and reduces conversation-ending triggers.
Google Bard Adds Coding Capabilities
Google expands Bard’s capabilities to include support for programming tasks in 20+ languages and debugging assistance.
Google Bard’s Latest Update Boosts Creativity With More Drafts
Google Bard’s latest update enhances creative exploration with diverse, distinct draft options.
Google Introduces New Crawler To Optimize Googlebot’s Performance
Google introduces GoogleOther, a new web crawler, to optimize operations, streamline R&D tasks, and reduce strain on Googlebot.
Google Search Console Launches “Subscribed Content” Report
Google is rolling out a new “Subscribed Content” report in Search Console for publishers using Reader Revenue Manager.
Google Updates Helpful Content Guidance, Streamlines Search Console Reports
Google updates helpful content creation guidance, emphasizing page experience, and revamps Search Console reports for improved alignment with ranking systems.
New LinkedIn Features Empower Value-Based Job Searches
LinkedIn’s new value-centric tools aim to connect job seekers with companies sharing their values for a purposeful career.
Google Ads Update: Enhanced GA4 Conversion Imports
Google Ads now supports fractional, cross-channel conversion imports, allowing you to improve optimization & maximize returns.
YouTube Updates Policies On Eating Disorder-Related Content
YouTube updates policies on eating disorder content, collaborating with experts to promote recovery and protect vulnerable viewers.
Why Google Will Remain Samsung’s Default Search Engine
Debunking the Samsung-Bing rumor. Here’s why Google will remain Samsung’s default search engine in the US.
Google’s Sundar Pichai Envisions A Future With Bard At Your Side
An interview with Google CEO Sundar Pichai explores Bard, its creative feats, challenges like hallucination, job automation, and AI’s mysteries.
Google Scrambles To Keep Up With AI-Powered Search Rivals
Google races to develop AI-powered search engine “Magi” amid rising competition and potential Samsung contract loss.
Google Enhances Shipping & Return Info In Search Results
Google expands shipping and return info in Search, helping retailers optimize the user experience and boost online sales.
GA4 Update: “Once Per Session” Conversion Counting Method
An update to GA4 brings greater flexibility in conversion counting, allowing you to choose between two different methods.