by Nikka | Jul 9, 2026 | Google
Google has introduced a new feature in Google Search Console that allows creators and publishers to monitor how their social media content performs in Google Search and Google Discover. The update introduces a new property type called Platform Properties, giving users...
by Nikka | Jul 2, 2026 | Google
Anthropic has officially relaunched its Claude Fable 5 model, making it available to users worldwide from 1 July. The return follows the introduction of new safety measures and revised usage limits after security concerns temporarily delayed the model’s wider...
by Nikka | Jul 2, 2026 | Google
Fabrice Canel, one of Microsoft’s longest-serving search executives and a familiar figure within the SEO community, has officially retired after nearly three decades with the company. His retirement marks the end of a career that played a major role in shaping...
by Nikka | Jul 2, 2026 | Google
A recent study has challenged one of Google’s key arguments about the impact of AI Overviews on website traffic. While the research confirms that AI-generated summaries reduce the number of organic clicks websites receive, it found little evidence that the...
by Nikka | Jul 2, 2026 | Google
OpenAI appears to be preparing a significant expansion of advertising within ChatGPT, with new job listings suggesting the company is developing a wider range of ad formats. The vacancies point towards future support for image, video, native and conversational...
by Nikka | Jun 30, 2026 | Google
Google has set out a clear defence of its approach to training AI models, stating that using publicly available web content should continue to fall under fair use protections. The company also highlights opt-out tools and potential commercial partnerships as part of...
by Nikka | Jun 30, 2026 | Google
Google’s VP and Head of Search, Liz Reid, has suggested that personalised search results and the use of preferred sources may actually benefit smaller and niche publishers, rather than push them further into obscurity as some critics fear. Her comments were made in...
by Nikka | Jun 30, 2026 | Google
Meta descriptions have been a long-standing part of SEO, but opinions about their value continue to differ. Some marketers believe they are no longer worth the effort because Google frequently rewrites them in search results. However, a well-written meta description...
by Nikka | Jun 24, 2026 | Google
Artificial intelligence is continuing to move beyond simple chatbots and one-off prompts. The latest development comes from Anthropic, which has introduced a new feature called Claude Tag. The tool allows employees to assign tasks to Claude directly within Slack...
by Nikka | Jun 24, 2026 | Google
A serious security vulnerability has been discovered in the popular Ultimate Member WordPress plugin, potentially affecting up to 200,000 websites. The flaw could allow attackers to gain control of user accounts by exposing password reset links, creating a pathway to...