Google announced these changes weeks ago but it is now rolling out under a new URL. Google announced a couple of weeks ago a new PageSpeed Insights upgrade and that upgrade is now rolling out to everyone. Addy Osmani from Google said this upgrade Read More
Inflation Then and Now: How Gold Has Stayed On Top
While nearly everyone is aware that inflation is not a new trend in the United States, it may still be surprising how much prices have changed over the past few decades. Did you know that $.06 in 1922 has the Read More
GA4 isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. What would it look like to switch?
Marketers are searching for alternative analytics platforms. Here’s what you need to know to make an informed decision before switching. Google Analytics is the top player when it comes to tracking website visitors. The platform’s value is reflected in its Read More
Consumer interest in nightlife, entertainment, fitness businesses surge; Thursday’s daily brief
And holiday sales will break a new record as Cyber Week growth slows down. Search Engine Land’s daily brief features daily insights, news, tips, and essential bits of wisdom for today’s search marketer. If you would like to read this Read More
The Real Secret to Venmo is the Social Experience, Says PayPal CEO
The real secret to Venmo is that it’s not just a payment transaction, it’s really a social experience, says PayPal CEO Dan Schulman. “It really is tying into this desire in the millennial generation to tie into your social network,” noted Schulman. Read More
Google Shopping now free globally
Initially launched in the U.S. in April, now available worldwide in mid-October. In April 2020, Google opened up Google Shopping to free listings for all U.S. merchants, starting with the Google Shopping tab and then expanding to the main search results section. Google announced on Wednesday Read More
Elon Musk’s Twitter Cancellation Letter
Sometimes legal letters can be an interesting read! Elon Musk’s cancellation letter to Twitter by his legal team may be a crushing blow to Twitter’s business, not just this deal. Musk’s ending of his acquisition of Twitter is centered on Read More
DOJ Suing to Block Visa’s Plaid Acquisition
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is suing to block Visa’s acquisition of Plaid, citing concerns over Visa’s monopoly in the online payments market. Plaid is a service that allows users to securely connect their bank accounts with the finance apps Read More
YouTube is testing a new “Promotions” Tab
YouTube is making it easier for creators to promote their content and is testing the new feature with a limited number of users. YouTube has added a Promotions Tab to let creators promote their channels and videos without needing to Read More
Can Google Express help traditional retail level the playing field with Amazon?
The enemy of my enemy is my friend for Google and major retail partners. Google Express has kicked off a new ad campaign called “Need anything from the store?” which promotes it as a delivery service for “all your stores Read More