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Google Is Letting Kids Under 13 Use Gemini AI — Here’s What That Means for Parents

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Google is about to roll out a major update to its AI strategy — and this time, it’s coming for the kids. This week, Google began notifying parents that its Gemini AI chatbot will soon be accessible to children under the age of 13, provided they’re part of the company’s Family Link program. Family Link is Google’s parental control platform that allows guardians to manage how their kids use Google…
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Google Just Supercharged Search with Its New AI Mode — Here’s What That Means for You

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If you’ve ever wished Google Search could do more than just toss out a bunch of links—like, actually help you figure things out like a real assistant—good news: Google’s AI Mode is leveling up big time. It's now smarter, more useful, and finally open to a much bigger audience. What is AI Mode, and Why Should You Care? AI Mode is Google’s experimental tool that lets you have actual conversations…
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Google Is Spinning Off Android News Into Its Own Virtual Event — Here’s Why It Matters

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Big news if you’re an Android fan: this year, Google is doing something a little different with its annual developer conference, Google I/O. Instead of unveiling all the latest Android updates during the main event, Google just announced it’s hosting a special separate virtual show all about Android. It’s called “The Android Show: I/O Edition” and it’s dropping on May 13 — before the official Google I/O festivities kick off.…
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YouTube Is Testing AI-Powered Summaries in Search — Here’s What That Means for You

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Just when you thought scrolling through YouTube was chaotic enough, Google said, "Hold my algorithm." That’s right — AI Overviews, the feature that’s been causing some confusion (and a few hilarious internet memes) on Google Search, is now being tested on YouTube. Here’s the scoop: In a recent blog post (shoutout to MacRumors for catching it), Google announced that it's experimenting with a new AI-powered video carousel. This new feature…
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YouTube’s New Approach to Mid-Roll Ads: Enhancing the Viewing Experience

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YouTube is shaking things up with its mid-roll ad strategy, aiming to make ad interruptions a thing of the past while also helping creators pad their pockets a little more. Starting May 12, this Google-owned platform will roll out a fresh approach to ad placements, ensuring fewer ads pop up at those awkward moments that could send viewers fleeing—think mid-sentence or during that nail-biting action scene. Instead, you'll see ads…
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Is SEO Really on a “Dying Path” in the Age of AI? Google Weighs In

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The evolving landscape of search engines and artificial intelligence (AI) has left many digital marketers and publishers questioning the future of search engine optimization (SEO). In its latest Search Off the Record podcast, Google tackled this issue head-on, exploring whether AI threatens to make SEO obsolete. While the discussion offered valuable insights into how SEO and AI coexist, it also sidestepped critical challenges faced by the broader web ecosystem. SEO:…
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Track Santa This Christmas Eve with NORAD and Google

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Get ready for an exciting Christmas Eve! This year, you can track Santa Claus in real time as he embarks on his worldwide gift-giving journey, thanks to the beloved Santa trackers from NORAD and Google. It all kicks off at the International Date Line in the Pacific Ocean, where Santa begins his night shift, delivering joy first to New Zealand and Australia, before making his way to South America. NORAD…
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Google Unveils the Top Searches of 2024: A Year in Trends

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As another year draws to a close, Google has shared its highly anticipated “Year in Search” report for 2024. This annual snapshot captures the trending topics, events, and personalities that piqued global curiosity and shaped online conversations. From thrilling sports tournaments to the latest lifestyle crazes, here’s a closer look at what captivated searchers this year. Global Search Highlights: Sports, News, and Entertainment Steal the Spotlight Sports Dominate Global Searches…
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Google Tightens Rules Against Site Reputation Abuse: What It Means for You

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Google has updated its policies on site reputation abuse, doubling down on its commitment to curb practices that exploit the trustworthiness of well-established domains. This policy, first introduced earlier this year, aims to crack down on "parasite SEO" tactics, where third-party content is used to manipulate search rankings at the expense of a site’s credibility. What Is Site Reputation Abuse? At its core, site reputation abuse occurs when third-party content…
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Google’s November 2024 Core Algorithm Update: What It Means for Search Rankings

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Google has launched its highly anticipated November 2024 core update, a significant adjustment to its search algorithm that impacts search rankings worldwide. This update aims to refine how Google evaluates and ranks content, ultimately shaping what users see at the top of search results. Here’s what the average site owner and consumer need to know about this update, how it works, and what it means for website traffic and visibility.…
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How Google’s Latest AI Updates Could Impact Your Search and Shopping Experience

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Google is rolling out some big changes to its search engine—especially around AI-powered shopping results—which could shift what you see first when you search online. If you’re an online shopper or business owner, these updates might change how easily you reach your favorite products or new customers. Ads and AI: The Big Changes Google has been ramping up the presence of ads and shopping features in its AI-powered search results,…
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New Insights in Core Web Vitals: Interaction to Next Paint (INP)

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Google has recently updated its Core Web Vitals documentation, providing fresh insights into the Interaction to Next Paint (INP) metric, including why certain scoring thresholds were chosen. INP is now an essential component of Core Web Vitals, which are Google’s benchmarks for evaluating a site’s user experience, especially in terms of speed and interactivity. What is Interaction to Next Paint (INP)? Introduced as a Core Web Vital in spring 2024,…
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Understanding Google’s Broad Core Algorithm Update: What It Means for Your Website Rankings

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Google periodically rolls out broad core algorithm updates that impact website rankings in search results. While specific details are often elusive, these updates significantly affect how search results are ranked, creating shifts that leave SEO professionals and site owners wondering about their rankings. Let’s dive into what a Google broad core algorithm update is, how it differs from other updates, and what steps you can take if your site is…
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