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New Google AI Mode Ads: Explore Guides and Articles

Posted by admin on 2026/01/15 at 12:21 pm

We have seen ads in AI Mode before but there may be a new Google Ads format coming to AI Mode results, not the just the Direct Offer ads, but Explore guides and article ads.

Google Trends Explore Page Adds Gemini

Posted by admin on 2026/01/15 at 12:11 pm

Google has added Gemini to the Google Trends Explore page to help you find new and fresh search terms.

Google Trends Explore Page Adds Gemini

Posted by admin on 2026/01/15 at 12:11 pm

Google has added Gemini to the Google Trends Explore page to help you find new and fresh search terms. It will also compare those search terms automatically for you, all in a new design. This is rolling out now, but you might not see it just yet.

YouTube Expands Monetization For Some Controversial Issues via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern

Posted by admin on 2026/01/14 at 5:04 pm

YouTube is updating advertiser-friendly guidelines so some non-graphic videos on “controversial issues” may be eligible for full monetization. The post YouTube Expands Monetization For Some Controversial Issues appeared first on Search Engine Journal .

Daily Search Forum Recap: January 14, 2026

Posted by admin on 2026/01/14 at 3:00 pm

Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today…

Why Paid Search Foundations Still Matter In An AI-Focused World

Posted by admin on 2026/01/14 at 1:45 pm

Foundational strategy remains the quiet force behind whether automated campaign models elevate results or compound inefficiencies. The post Why Paid Search Foundations Still Matter In An AI-Focused World appeared first on Search Engine Journal .

Social Media Trust Is Breaking Down (And How You Can Rebuild It) via @sejournal, @donutcaramel13

Posted by admin on 2026/01/14 at 1:00 pm

Bots, fake reviews, and undisclosed AI are eroding trust on social media, creating a competitive advantage for brands that prioritize authenticity and real human experience. The post Social Media Trust Is Breaking Down (And How You Can Rebuild It) appeared first on Search Engine Journal .

Google: We Prohibit Showing Different Prices In Search/AI Mode vs Website

Posted by admin on 2026/01/14 at 12:51 pm

The other day, I saw the Google News channel on X respond to claims that Google is going to allow merchants to overcharge you for products sold through the new AI checkout protocol.

Google: Linking Brand Websites Together At Reasonable Scale Is Fine

Posted by admin on 2026/01/14 at 12:41 pm

Google’s John Mueller was asked if it was acceptable to link your brand websites together on a brand page to communicate to your users that the company owns multiple brands.

Google AdSense Earnings Dropping Again eCPM/RPM – Complaints

Posted by admin on 2026/01/14 at 12:31 pm

I am seeing a spike in complaints from Google AdSense publishers of earnings dropping again over the past 24-hours or so.