The worlds of pay-per-click (PPC) and search engine optimization (SEO) may seem distinct at first glance, but they share more common ground than you might expect. From keyword research to persuasive copywriting, here’s a look at seven transferable PPC skills that can elevate your SEO strategies and drive measurable results. 1. Keyword Research: Unlocking Intent […]
The debate surrounding Google’s search quality has intensified as the company faces mounting antitrust scrutiny and the possibility of a court-mandated breakup. According to WalletHub CEO Odysseas Papadimitriou, Google’s declining search result quality isn’t accidental—it’s a calculated move to prioritize advertising revenue over user experience. Papadimitriou shared his insights with Digital Journal, highlighting recent analyses […]
Google has confirmed that the December 2024 core update has now been fully rolled out, completing on December 18, 2024. The update, which began on December 12, took six days to complete and follows closely behind the November 2024 core update. What Impact Has the December Core Update Had? Early data from tools like SISTRIX […]
Managing wasted ad spend is essential for running a successful PPC campaign. One of the best ways to reduce wasted spend is by implementing a strong negative keyword strategy. By blocking irrelevant searches, you ensure your ads reach the right audience, maximize your return on investment (ROI), and improve campaign performance. Here’s how to implement […]
Google has launched its December 2024 core update today, marking the fourth core update of the year. This update follows closely after the November 2024 core update, which was completed just a week ago. Google has stated that the rollout of this new update will span approximately two weeks. Core updates are a regular part […]
Google has revealed a series of significant updates to Search for 2025, powered by its latest AI model, Gemini 2.0. Enhancements to AI Overviews One of the most prominent updates is the enhancement of AI Overviews. According to CEO Sundar Pichai: “Our AI Overviews now reach 1 billion users, enabling them to explore entirely new […]
In a recent episode of Google’s “Search Off the Record” podcast, an important SEO issue that could cause web pages to disappear from search results was discussed. Allan Scott from Google’s Search team shared insights on the formation of “marauding black holes,” which occur when error pages are incorrectly grouped together. Google’s algorithms may mistakenly […]
On November 13, 2024, Google will introduce an update to its Google Ads data retention policy, significantly impacting how advertisers manage their historical data. Under the new policy, Google will only store data that is 11 years old or newer, meaning any data older than 11 years will be permanently removed from Google’s servers. As […]
