CTV ad spend hits record-breaking $1 billion in June

Connected TV advertising broke records after ad spend reached $1 billion in June, according to a report by ad-research company Vivvix (formerly known as Kantar). The research investigated how ad dollars are spent across a growing list of streaming platforms, such as Discovery+, Max (formerly HBOMax), Roku, and YouTube. Growth categories included household supplies and […]

Setting up event parameters in GA4: Everything you need to know

GA4 proves to be an incredibly valuable tool, offering extensive insights into your website’s performance.  While certain metrics and dimensions come pre-configured by the tool, others require partial or custom setup by users. This is the case with event parameters, which enable us to obtain relevant information about actions taking place on our website.  Although […]

IPG Mediabrands tells clients to temporarily pause Google Performance Max campaigns

IPG Mediabrands advised its clients to temporarily pause campaigns using Google’s Performance Max. The company issued a “privacy alert” email in response to allegations in a new report that YouTube ads may have led to improperly tracking children. Brands using PMax may inadvertently violate the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) as a result, according […]

Amazon Sponsored Product ads will now appear on Pinterest, Buzzfeed, and more

Amazon Sponsored Product ads will now appear on third-party premium apps and websites. Pinterest, BuzzFeed, Hearst Newspapers, Raptive and Ziff Davis brands like Lifehacker and Mashable are among the brands that are partnering up with the retail giant to increase reach for its Sponsored Product ad product. The news comes after Amazon announced a multi-year […]

Beyond search volume: Future-proofing keyword research for SEO

The practice of relying solely on search volume as the defining metric for keyword research is becoming a relic of the past.  While it can provide a glimpse into the popularity of a keyword, search volume doesn’t necessarily equate to relevance, nor does it ensure a successful content strategy. Future-proofing keyword research requires a more […]

Google stops testing links in Search Generative Experience snapshot answers

Google began testing links within the Search Generative Experience AI-generated snapshot answers earlier this month. Well, it seems that test is over. Google is no longer showing links or citations in its AI-generated answers. Link test. Here is a screenshot of the links/citations in these answers. Please note our original coverage showcased three different formats […]

How your approach to content needs to change: People, process and technology

The search and content landscape has significantly changed since the start of 2023.  As the usage of generative AI applications soars and search engines integrate AI into the SERP results, a fresh content battleground has emerged.  Consequently, content optimization is evolving, shaped by the dynamic interplay between people, processes, and technology. This process is becoming […]

Using AI chatbots to 10X your keyword research

Many search marketers now leverage AI tools to support their SEO efforts, according to International SEO Consultant, Aleyda Solis. However, while Google has confirmed that AI-generated content is OK as long as it’s high-quality, original and useful, the search engine has also indicated that expertise and content based on real human experience will be rewarded […]

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