What To Expect From Google’s Next Search Ranking Update via @sejournal, @martinibuster
Google's recent changes provide strong clues about major changes from the next core algorithm update.
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OpenAI moves to make ChatGPT ads more measurable — and more visual
OpenAI is adding a new format, measurement tools and brand suitability testing as it looks to attract bigger budgets.
SEO
9 best SEO newsletters for SEO, AI search and digital marketing
Daily news, practical guidance or a wider view of AI and marketing: give each newsletter a reason to be in your inbox.
AI Search
Digiday Media Agency Report 2026: How agencies adapt to a media landscape shaped by AI and creators
Media agencies are navigating an increasingly complex advertising landscape — and advertisers are reassessing their media strategies.
SEO
Bing sponsored ads now showing more images within the ad unit
Bing sponsored ads are now showing additional images below the ad description, building on earlier tests with large image ads on mobile.
Social & Video
Influencer marketing has an AI trust problem
AI influencers are harder to spot, making transparency essential to protecting consumer trust.
Brand Campaigns
ADWEEK Creativity Advantage: Building Fandoms Needs a Different Playbook
As fan-first marketing spreads, brands are starting to operate more like entertainment and media companies.