Google is updating Local Services Ads verification process
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Google is updating Local Services Ads verification process

The change is gradually rolling out in the U.S., beginning with smaller states and extending to larger states throughout the year. Google confirmed it’s updating the verification process for Local Services Ads. The tech giant begun informing advertisers in specific sectors, like...
Google investigating Local Services Ads bug
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Google investigating Local Services Ads bug

Google Ads is working on a fix to prevent businesses from appearing in search results for their competitors’ names. Google is investigating a Local Services Ads bug that’s causing businesses to appear in search results for their competitors’ names. The issue comes just...
Shop with Google AI launches for select users
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Shop with Google AI launches for select users

This feature allows users to enhance their shopping experience by conducting product searches based on AI-generated images. Shop with Google AI is now available to select users. The feature enables consumers to generate AI images of products they’re searching – for example “red...
Google tests Branded Local Service Ads with opt-out option
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Google tests Branded Local Service Ads with opt-out option

Marketers expressed concern about being unable to opt-out, but Google confirmed this functionality will be available for everyone. Google is piloting branded Local Service Ads (LSA) called Direct Business Search. Brands are automatically enrolled into this new ad type by default....
Google Ads investigating bugs impacting payment methods and credit card updates
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Google Ads investigating bugs impacting payment methods and credit card updates

Marketers utilizing the platform are currently facing challenges in updating their payment and credit card details. Google Ads is currently investigating issues related to payments and credit cards. Users experiencing these problems are unable to update their payment methods or...
Google says it took down 45% more fake reviews in 2023 thanks to new algorithm
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Google says it took down 45% more fake reviews in 2023 thanks to new algorithm

Google also shared new stats on actions it took in 2023 to block fake reviews and local listings. Google has a new review algorithm that the search company says it better and faster at taking down fake reviews from local listings in Google Search and Google Maps. “In 2023, this...
Google Analytics 4 launches new trend detection insight
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Google Analytics 4 launches new trend detection insight

While the new feature is similar to anomaly detection, trend detection highlights more gradual changes that unfold over an extended period. Google Analytics 4 (GA4) added a new trend detection insight that highlights “subtle but long-lasting and important changes in your data.”...
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YouTube launches free subscription offer to boost channel growth

The promotion is designed to give viewers a taste of all the benefits offered by subscribing to your channel. YouTube creators can now give away 10 free subscriptions each month as part of a new program aimed at facilitating audience growth. Eligible creators with channel...
Reminder – Google is updating ad-serving requirements in the UK and Europe
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Reminder – Google is updating ad-serving requirements in the UK and Europe

If your campaigns in these regions don’t meet the updated criteria, Google may stop serving your ads. This is a gentle reminder that Google is updating its ad-serving requirements in the European Economic Area (EEA) and the UK in the coming weeks. Under the new rules,...
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Google Ads gambling and games policy updated

Google will start accepting and running Ads from some sports betting and lottery couriers, starting next week. Google Ads is updating its gambling and games policy U.S. country-specifics. Starting Dec. 12, Google announced it will start accepting and running Ads from: Sports...