Google is investing $1.2 billion to expand its cloud infrastructure in Germany, and has committed to using more renewable energy. Google is currently the number three cloud provider worldwide, but CEO Thomas Kurian has made it his goal to take Read More
Google says title changes don’t impact rankings
“This just changes the displayed titles, it doesn’t change ranking or takes [sic] anything different into account,” he elaborated. On Saturday, Google Search Advocate John Mueller clarified that the changes the company has been making to titles in the search results have Read More
Apple Will Allow ‘Reader’ Apps to Have In-App Links to Their Websites
Apple is further loosing its App Store restrictions, allowing “reader” apps to have in-app links to a website for alternative payment methods. Apple has traditionally maintained an iron grip on the App Store, forcing developers to use its payment system, Read More
From the Ashes: Yahoo Is Back!
One of the oldest internet companies is once again under its own name, as Yahoo is no longer part of Verizon. In May, Verizon announced it was selling Verizon Media to Apollo Funds. Verizon Media included the Yahoo and AOL Read More
Reddit’s WallStreetBets Schools Wall Street
Wall Street may be the “experts” in the stock market, but analysts are increasingly looking to Reddit’s WallStreetBets for info. Reddit’s WallStreetBets upended the stock market when individual traders rallied around stocks that mainstream Wall Street institutions were shorting. GameStop, Read More
U.S. Digital Corps Aims to Attract Top Tech Talent to Government Roles
The Biden administration has unveiled the U.S. Digital Corps, with the goal of attracting the nations top tech talent to government jobs. The tech industry has a complicated relationship with government, with the biggest tech companies under increased scrutiny for Read More
NASA Using Japanese Startup to Map Wind Patterns for Drones
NASA is working with Japanese startup MetroWeather Co. to map out wind patterns in an effort to improve drone and air taxi safety. Drones are becoming more important than ever to many industries, including agriculture, retail, delivery, security and more. Read More
Reddit Hits $10 Billion Valuation
Reddit has secured another round of funding, bringing the social media company’s valuation to $10 billion. Reddit has been the darling of the social media industry, posting impressive growth, especially compared to its larger rivals. The company has been moving toward Read More
Google Shopping issues in the UK lead to sharp KPI declines
If your accounts or campaigns have been affected by this issue, it’s critical to communicate to clients and stakeholders that this change is a glitch in their metrics, and not indicative of other issues. Chatter on LinkedIn and Twitter indicates Read More
T-Mobile Takes Top Spot in PCMag’s Annual Speed Test
In PCMag’s annual test of the US wireless networks, T-Mobile has decisively taken the top spot for 5G service. PCMag’s annual review involves sending its drivers across the country, covering more than 10,000 miles, and more than 30 cities and 6 different rural Read More