TikTok is reportedly planning to rival Amazon by growing its U.S. ecommerce business, TikTok Shop, tenfold to $17.5 billion this year. Why we care. TikTok Shop is a prime opportunity for brands as 83% of users make purchase decisions on the platform. If TikTok is planning a major expansion, marketers will benefit from being able…
The AI-generated answers in Google’s Search Generative Experience (SGE) do not match any links from the top 10 Google organic search results 93.8% of the time. That’s according to a new Authoritas analysis, which focused primarily on commercial keywords. Why we care. Google SGE is expected to reduce organic traffic significantly to websites for many…
Internal linking has often been a powerful tool for SEO, helping serve as a bridge to connect various webpages. One main goal has typically been to boost visibility in search engines. However, the importance of internal linking extends beyond SEO; it’s pivotal in creating a navigable, user-friendly website, especially for people with disabilities. Internal linking…
Advertising on Meta presents unique opportunities that Google Ads doesn’t offer. Whether your goal is lead generation or ecommerce, Menachem Ani, PPC expert and founder of JXT Group, shared valuable insights at SMX Next on how to optimize campaigns for Facebook and Instagram. Read on to learn Ani’s seven-step frameworks for building winning lead generation…
Group M is planning to simplify the buying and placement of ads on streaming services for advertisers. Through the GroupM Ad Innovation Accelerator program, GroupM is joining forces with BrightLine, Disney, KERV, NBCUniversal, Roku, Telly, and YouTube to develop a new ad format for streaming services. This format aims to cater to viewers who prefer…
The Google Ads gambling and games policy United States country-specifics has been updated. From January 4, the platform will accept and run ads for sports betting from state-approved entities in Delaware. Why we care. Eligible advertisers who want to run sports betting ads in Delaware will need to apply for accreditation. Certification. To obtain certification, follow…
Google has officially started to phase out third-party cookies. A new feature called Tracking Protection, which restricts third-party cookies by default, began rolling out to 1% of Chrome users globally on January 4, 2024. If you have been affected, you will will receive a notification when you open Chrome on either desktop or Android devices….
Regular audits of Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising campaigns are crucial for PPC marketers. Failing to do so can result in significant costs for clients, and what’s more, it’s often an entirely avoidable expense. To avoid common pitfalls and optimize spending in PPC campaigns, Melissa Mackey, paid search director at Compound Growth Marketing, provided a…
Facebook has started archiving all users’ link history globally on both Android and iOS devices. While users have the option to opt out, the feature is turned on by default, allowing Meta to utilize the collected data for targeted advertising. Why we care. As the digital marketing industry moves towards a cookieless future and stricter…
For years, CTV and linear television have been battling it out for viewership numbers. And it looks like CTV is coming out on top. Seeking more flexibility and lower costs, consumers have cut cords en masse, resulting in CTV viewership surpassing linear. With ~230 million users in the U.S. alone, CTV offers a clear opportunity…
