Search Engine Marketing

Google VP of Ads bets on AI to transform ads into tailored consumer journeys

Google’s Ads and Commerce product lead, Vidhya Srinivasan, today outlined how the company is reimagining advertising as “avenues for tailored exploration” in response to unpredictable consumer behavior. The big picture: Google is focusing on three key solutions to help advertisers break through: AI-powered shopping innovations. Google launched several new shopping features, including ads in Lens,

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Do Reviews Still Matter? Study Looks At Changing Consumer Behavior via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern

BrightLocal report reveals shifting consumer review trends: less focus on perfect ratings, new platform preferences, and more willingness to write reviews. The post Do Reviews Still Matter? Study Looks At Changing Consumer Behavior appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Google’s VP of Ads and Commerce Outlines 2025 Priorities via @sejournal, @brookeosmundson

Google Ads is doubling down on AI, personalization, and new ad formats in 2025. Here’s what’s changing and how advertisers should prepare for these shifts. The post Google’s VP of Ads and Commerce Outlines 2025 Priorities appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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Google expands Vehicle ads to include RVs and campers

Google vehicle ads now accept listings for recreational vehicles (RVs) and campers. This broadens the scope beyond traditional automobiles. The details. The expansion, announced Feb. 28, allows RV and camper dealers to showcase their inventory directly in Google search results, similar to how car dealerships have been using the platform. The catch. Dealers must maintain

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Google Merchant Center renames Conversion Settings as Key Event Setup

Google updated its conversion terminology in Google Merchant Center, renaming “Conversion settings” to “Key event setup” in the Google Ads UI. The terminology change aligns Google Merchant Center with Google Analytics 4’s shift from “conversions” to “key events,” creating more consistent language across Google’s marketing platforms. The big picture: This change reflects Google’s broader move

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Reddit for SMBs: A hidden SEO and engagement goldmine

Reddit isn’t just a place for memes and viral debates – it’s a powerful tool for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) looking to boost visibility, connect with audiences, and even boost SEO.  While most marketing advice for Reddit focuses on big brands, SMBs can use the platform effectively to engage with potential customers, build trust,

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SEO shortcuts gone wrong: How one site tanked – and what you can learn

AI has made it easier than ever to scale SEO fast – but with it comes high risk.  What happens when the party is over and short-term wins become long-term losses? Recently, I worked with a site that had expanded aggressively using AI-powered programmatic.  It worked until it didn’t, resulting in a steep decline in

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10 Google Shopping Product Feed Optimization Tips & Tricks via @sejournal, @brookeosmundson

Master Google Shopping product feed optimization with these expert tips. Improve visibility, conversions, and ROAS with smarter data, better images, and structured attributes. The post 10 Google Shopping Product Feed Optimization Tips & Tricks appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

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