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Bing Ads Introduces In-line Competitive Metrics
Advertisers can now add competitive metrics, also known as “share of voice” metrics, to in-line performance views.
Google Fined $2.7 Billion by the EU for “Abusing Search Engine Dominance”
Google has been fined $2.7 billion for giving an “illegal advantage” to its own services in search results.
Google’s Advice on Preparing for the Mobile-First Index
Google’s Gary Illyes recently shared some advice on how to prepare for the impending mobile-first index.
Google’s Uptime, an App for Watching YouTube with Friends, Now Available to Everyone
Google’s Uptime, an experimental app that enables people to watch YouTube videos with friends, is now more widely available.
Google to Stop Using Information in Gmail to Target Personalized Ads
Later this year, Google will stop using information in Gmail to target personalized ads.
YouTube Reaches Milestone of 1.5 Billion Logged-In Visitors Per Month
YouTube recently shared new statistics that show how engagement with the online video platform is rising, especially on mobile.
Google May Now Remove Personal Medical Records From Search Results on Request
Google has quietly updated its content removal policies with a line that states it may now remove personal medical records.
Google is Compressing Its Display Ads So Pages Load Faster
Google has started compressing its display ads by up to 40% in an effort to improve page load times.
Google Posts: Share Messages in Search Results From Google My Business
Google has officially rolled out Google Posts to all small businesses with a Google My Business listing.
Google For Jobs is Now Live in Search Results
Google For Jobs sees the company collaborating with others in the job industry to connect employers with the right candidates.
Google’s Latest Easter Egg: Fidget Spinners!
Google is getting in on the fidget spinner craze with its very own virtual device embedded into search results.
New Google Analytics Home Screen Now Available to 50% of Users
A Google Analytics Project Manager has confirmed the new Google Analytics home screen is now available to 50% of users.
Google May Be Forced to Change Its Business Practices in Europe
Google is expected to be hit with a fine of over 1 billion euros by antitrust officials in Europe.
Google is Tackling Extremist Content On YouTube With New Guidelines in Europe
Google is introducing four new measures for tackling extremist content on YouTube.
Google Tops List of Global Brand Rankings
Google has topped the BrandZ global rankings list for the second year in a row.
Bing Ads Introduces In-Market and Custom Audiences Targeting
Bing Ads is releasing two new features via a pilot program that are designed to help advertisers reach ideal customers.
Google Releases A Website Builder for Small Businesses
Google has officially released a single-page website builder designed for small businesses.
Google Local Guides Program Adds New Levels and New Perks
Google has increased the level cap for Local Guides, while also adding new perks and new ways to contribute.
Bing Ads: Opt Out of Displaying Ads on Desktop
Bing Ads has rolled out an adjustment to its Device Targeting capabilities.
Gboard for Android Gets New Search Features
Gboard for Android, Google’s alternative keyboard, has received an update which comes with new search features.