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October 8, 2024

Google rolls out AI video generation tool in Product Studio for U.S. advertisers

The platform says the new feature is intended to save time and resources for brands

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October 7, 2024

Google introduces a new link format for AI Overviews

Publishers remain concerned about the impact of AI-generated summaries on their content

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October 4, 2024

Google Lens Video Search: What It Is and How to Use It

Google dropped the Search Labs gate in September 2025 and took the capability worldwide in March 2026, so what launched as an experiment is now default Search behaviour.

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October 4, 2024

Google tests verified checkmarks for businesses in search results

The blue tick may be an indicator to know if a business is authentic

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October 3, 2024

Google introduces AI-organized search result pages in the U.S.

Google's update aims to expand access to diverse information sources for users

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October 3, 2024

Google launches ads in AI Overviews for U.S. mobile users

The ads will be labeled "Sponsored" to indicate they are paid promotions

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October 3, 2024

Google rolls out new Google Lens feature that displays product information during searches

This feature is currently available in select countries on Android and iOS devices

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October 1, 2024

Google identifies content creators as trusted sources in search results

Users can now see content creators’ profiles in search pages for specific topics and fields

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October 1, 2024

Google introduces campaign-level negative keywords in Performance Max

Google says the feature will allow brands to target relevant audiences and align ads with campaign goals

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September 18, 2024

Google Ads launches ‘Confidential Matching’ to enhance first-party data security

Advertisers can also self-encrypt their data and receive verification that it is processed correctly

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September 13, 2024

Google adds links to the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine into its search results

Google says the feature will provide access to historical web content for users

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September 13, 2024

Google plans to flag AI-generated images in search results soon

The platform will use C2PA metadata to verify the source and authenticity of digital content

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September 13, 2024

Google expands its generative AI ad-building tool to more languages beyond English

Google says it wants more businesses to access and benefit from its AI tech

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September 11, 2024

Google is bringing back shopping results in AI Overviews

Optimized product detail pages may enhance visibility and ranking in AI Overviews

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September 11, 2024

Study: Google AI Overviews show 46.3% overlap with top search results

A Previous study found 4.5% link overlap between AI and top organic search results

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September 10, 2024

EU court dismisses Google’s appeal on $2.65B antitrust fine

The court’s decision maintains that Google's search practices fail to meet EU competition law standards

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September 9, 2024

Google Ads plans to phase out Enhanced cost-per-click bidding

Google says newer options like Maximize Conversions and Maximize Conversion Value offer superior optimization

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September 9, 2024

Google tests a new layout to display information from forums like Reddit

Google claims the new feature is designed to enable users to explore topics deeper

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September 9, 2024

Google plans to defend its ad tech amid DOJ’s antitrust claims

Google says that the DOJ’s claims could harm competition and raise costs for small businesses

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September 6, 2024

Google using anti-competitive tactics in the ad market, claims UK watchdog

Similar investigations into Google’s ad tech practices are ongoing in the US

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