Google rolling out Preferred Sources globally and announces Spotlighting subscriptions
Spotlighting subscriptions are coming to Gemini first and then AI Mode and AI Overviews within Google Search.
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YouTube Shorts adds comments and creator links to ads
YouTube’s latest Shorts updates give advertisers more interactive, creator-driven tools to boost engagement and drive holiday conversions.
What Can You Do with a Free Semrush Account?
With a free Semrush account you can research keywords, analyze competitors, track rankings, and more.
The truth about Google Ads recommendations (and auto-apply)
Understand how to use Google Ads recommendations so you can spot what helps, ignore what doesn’t, and keep your account safe.
Scoring My 2025 Predictions via @sejournal, @Kevin_Indig
Kevin Indig reflects on his 2025 predictions, scoring the wins, misses, and lessons from AI’s first year of true deployment.
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How Pinterest’s ad formats work and when to use each one
Get a clear breakdown of Pinterest’s ad lineup, what each format delivers, and how to align them with specific campaign goals in 2026.
Addressing The B2B Trust Deficit: How To Win Buyers In 2026 via @sejournal, @alexanderkesler
Establish trust early in the buying journey to secure placement on shortlists. Uncover a trust framework for credibility across technical, peer, and continuous value layers.
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How to Get Backlinks in 2026: 10 Tactics That Actually Work
Learn how to get backlinks with methods like fixing broken backlinks, creating link-worthy content, etc.
Google’s Local Pack isn’t random – it’s rewarding ‘signal-fit’ brands
Data from 8.7 million Google Business Profiles reveals how industry signals – not generic SEO tactics – determine who wins visibility.