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Coming back for his second segment of this interview series is Marketing Lead and Demand Generation Manager at iPullRank, Garrett Sussman. We explore the psychology behind consumer intent and assess how SEOs can implement a content strategy that addresses the various cognitive biases. Learn why the strength of a brand will contribute to user bias across the SERP and how even Google shows bias in brands. Communication is king in marketing, learn how to best connect to your audience past a wall of bias this week on the EDGE of the Web! Key Segments: [00:03:53] Reintroducing Garrett Sussman [00:04:57] What are AI Overviews on the SERP? [00:07:37] Understanding Consumer Intent [00:11:01] Garrett’s Cognitive Bias Concepts [00:13:11] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:23:25] Serving Consumer Bias [00:27:00] EDGE of The Web Sponsor: Wix [00:32:24] Can You See Bias Through Analytics? [00:39:31] Final Thought From Garrett

Welcome back to another episode of news from the EDGE! Erin is out traveling the world, so Mordy and Jacob guide the ship this week! Google AI Overviews take a big hit! Reports show that Overviews have taken a downward spiral in result frequency, as the AI feature now only shows up in 7% of all queries. Noticeable drops come from education, entertainment, and e-commerce queries, while Reddit and Quora citing rates near zero. Google confirms there is no way to prevent specific content from appearing in your Discover feed, unlike Google News. A critique of this limitation by Lily Ray finds Google Search Liaison intrigued, stating that they see value and will ‘pass it on’. Last up, Amazon has released their AI shopping assistant, Rufus, to the public. Rufus is intended to create a personally tailored e-commerce shopping experience for each and every customer, pushing Amazon further along in the AI race. Be sure to tune in to this episode for all the latest SEO awesomeness and we will see you next week for the big 700! News from the EDGE: [00:01:55] Google AI Overviews only show for 7% of queries, a new low [00:05:24] Google Says There’s No Way To Block Content From Discover Feed [00:08:31] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics Captain Obvious: [00:10:30] Podcasting ain’t easy! AI Blitz: [00:13:23] Amazon’s AI shopping assistant Rufus is live for all U.S. customers [00:17:16] OpenAI is ‘going to build a search product’ [00:19:02] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:20:02] Google To Host More Creator Meetings [00:21:04] Report: Google AI Overviews Barely Showing Reddit Or Quora Citations Anymore [00:21:36] Google: Core Update Expected In The Coming Weeks Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources: Google AI Overviews only show for 7% of queries, a new low Google Says There’s No Way To Block Content From Discover Feed Amazon’s AI shopping assistant Rufus is live for all U.S. customers OpenAI is ‘going to build a search product’ Google To Host More Creator Meetings Report: Google AI Overviews Barely Showing Reddit Or Quora Citations Anymore Google: Core Update Expected In The Coming Weeks #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Welcome back to the EDGE! This week’s guest is the Marketing Lead and Demand Generation Manager at iPullRank, Garrett Sussman. Garrett recently showcased his expertise in various SGE optimization frameworks, and today he joins us to explore the nuances behind optimizing for AI Overviews. Volatility is peaking on the SERP. We navigate the risks and opportunities associated with optimizing for AI Overviews while investigating what type of content this learning engine tends to pull from. Tune in for the latest in the AI search wave as we teach you what AI Overview optimization looks like this week on the EDGE of the Web! Key Segments: [00:03:07] Introducing Garrett Sussman [00:06:48] Fundamental Changes in Search [00:13:42] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:14:59] Google’s Shift Into AI [00:25:55] EDGE of The Web Sponsor: Wix [00:27:07] How Are AI Overviews Changing The Way Users Consume Information? [00:33:38] Thinking Through Optimizing for AI Overviews Thanks to Our Sponsors! Site Strategics: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Wix: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/wix Follow Our Guest Twitter: https://x.com/garrettsussman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrettsussman/ Resources iPullRank Clearscope Webinar Marketbrew.ai

Welcome back to News from the EDGE! The crew is back together this week as we cover the breaking news in SEO as always. To better combat misinformation, Google will now require that advertisers disclose election ads that contain digitally manipulated content. This policy will automatically apply in-ad disclosure to all ads that use digitally altered images, audio, or video of real people or events. Advertisers beware! Apple has expanded their 30% fee on Facebook and Instagram ad purchases through the IOS systems to advertisers worldwide. Meta claims this gives Apple an unfair advantage as the long term rev-share battle between tech giants continues. Lastly, Google needs to take a trip back to grammar school as a study unveils query components the search engine still regularly struggles with. It was revealed that Google’s system still has a difficult time analyzing queries containing prepositions and the word ‘not’. Be sure to tune in for all the latest Google, Tech, and AI news this week and get ready for a new round of Lidia Infante interviews coming right up! News from the EDGE: [00:07:41] Google to mandate disclosures of election ads with digitally altered content depicting real people or events [00:12:46] Apple includes a 30% fee for Facebook and Instagram ads [00:15:52] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:18:10] Google discusses two search types it can’t quite figure out Captain Obvious: [00:23:44] Gen Alpha has more access to tech than older generations during their childhood? [00:27:00] Jealousy is NOT a marketing strategy! AI Blitz: [00:27:59] Microsoft details ‘Skeleton Key’ AI jailbreak [00:29:36] Tech war escalates: OpenAI shuts door on China [00:31:17] YouTube now lets you request removal of AI-generated content that simulates your face or voice [00:32:51] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:34:12] Google dropping continuous scroll in search results [00:35:15] Some Sites Hit By Google Helpful Content Update Seeing Small Lifts [00:37:30] Bing People Also Ask Now May Include AI Generated Content Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources: Google to mandate disclosures of election ads with digitally altered content depicting real people or eventsApple includes a 30% fee for Facebook and Instagram adsGoogle discusses two search types it can’t quite figure out Microsoft details ‘Skeleton Key’ AI jailbreakTech war escalates: OpenAI shuts door on ChinaYouTube now lets you request removal of AI-generated content that simulates your face or voiceKeyframe Movie Creation with AIGoogle dropping continuous scroll in search resultsSome Sites Hit By Google Helpful Content Update Seeing Small LiftsBing People Also Ask Now May Include AI Generated Content #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Erin has traveled west this week for some much needed summer relaxation. Thankfully Andrew Cock-Starkey stepped in to help Mordy and Jacob deliver the news for this episode. Universal Analytics takes its final ride into the sunset this month. Google announced that on July 1st, 2024 they will fully discontinue and shut down this web traffic metrics tool. We sure hope you have, but if you haven’t, don’t forget to migrate to GA4 ASAP! A recent study has unveiled a rise in authority for E-Commerce and User-Generated Content indicating that these forms of content are being prioritized by Google on the SERP as affiliate marketers are losing visibility fast. Google has released their June 2024 Spam Update. The update is intended to continue to penalize low-quality content by identifying and targeting sites with keyword stuffing and unnecessary backlinks. Tune in as we say goodbye to our friend Universal Analytics and discuss all that’s new in the search realm this week here on the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:04:54] Universal Analytics Ends on July 1: Essential Information You Need [00:06:44] SEO Visibility in 2024: Review Sites Decline, eCommerce and User-Generated Content Rise [00:12:59] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:14:11] Google Releases June 2024 Spam Update [00:18:35] Lily Ray’s New Rabbit Hole: a post on LinkedIn AI Blitz: [00:22:55] Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas responds to plagiarism and infringement accusations [00:25:05] AIs are coming for social networks [00:27:56] Google using ML to review Local Service Ads (LSA) and "automatically review all leads" [00:30:01] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:31:08] Google Search Tests Black Sitelinks [00:32:01] Google AI Overviews FAQs Including Why You Can't Disable AI Overviews [00:34:14] AI Overviews and Reddit [00:37:25] Local SEO - Google Maps exploit

Mark Williams-Cook & Jack Chambers-Ward are back for their second segment this week as we dive head first into SGE and AI in search. Changes are on the horizon with Search Generative Experience. We weigh out the looming pros and cons as we explore the potential repercussions of Google’s integration of Search Generative Experience. Discover how you can optimize for Search Generative Experience and what helpful content really means in today’s search landscape as we take a trip down the SGE rabbit hole this week on the EDGE of the Web! [00:02:29] Reintroducing Mark Williams-Cook & Jack Chambers-Ward [00:07:21] Changes On The SERP [00:11:52] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:12:37] A New SERP Challenge With SGE [00:27:38] Optimizing Content With SGE [00:30:24] Can You Track AI Overview Metrics? [00:32:34] EDGE of The Web Sponsor: Wix [00:35:12] Can We Put Trust In AI? [00:40:49] Mark’s LinkedIn Insights [00:44:01] Screaming Frog Version 20 Thanks to Our Sponsors! Site Strategics: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Wix: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/wix Follow Our Guest Twitter: https://x.com/jlwchambers LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jlwchambers Twitter: https://x.com/thetafferboy LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/markseo Resources Candour Search with Candour Podcast Candour Youtube Channel

Welcome back to the EDGE! Google is accused of sending a $2.3 million check to successfully avoid a jury trial in their antitrust lawsuit. This payment has secured Google a Judges approval on a bench trial, causing a major setback to the Justice Department’s antitrust push against Big Tech. Reddit is revamping its comment stream ad placement with hopes to increase reachability to users. The updated ads will be larger and appear inside of conversation threads to reach users at the highest engagement level. Google Ads is phasing out credit and debit card payments for advertisers. By July 31st, advertisers must attach a bank account and follow a monthly invoice payment format. This move is supposed to only affect high-growth accounts, but the spend thresholds have not yet been released. Plus, Mordy unleashes all of his frustrations in an all new segment ‘Captain Obvious’. Keep riding the SEO wave with us as we give you all you should know about SEO and digital marketing this week on the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:06:43] Google pays $2.3 million to secure bench trial in adtech antitrust case [00:09:22] Reddit Launches Updated Conversation Ads [00:13:57] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:15:59] Google Ads phasing out card payments Captain Obvious: [00:18:07] You can't have product or service differentiation unless you are actually different in some way. AI News: [00:21:35] Spotify announces an in-house creative agency, tests generative AI voiceover ads [00:23:15] Color and OpenAI tackle AI cancer care AI Tools: [00:25:20] Researchers teach AI to speak dogs? Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:26:51] Google Business Profiles Websites No Longer Load - 404 [00:28:10] The Maddening Adventure Of Tracking AI Overviews In Google Search Console [00:30:01] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources: Google pays $2.3 million to secure bench trial in adtech antitrust case Reddit Launches Updated Conversation AdsGoogle Ads phasing out card payments Spotify announces an in-house creative agency, tests generative AI voiceover ads Color and OpenAI tackle AI cancer careResearchers teach AI to speak dogSummarize, connect, and remember online content Google Business Profiles Websites No Longer Load - 404 The Maddening Adventure Of Tracking AI Overviews In Google Search Console #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

This week, we welcome Mark Williams-Cook and Jack Chambers-Ward of the UK-based digital agency Candour for a double interview showcase. Jack serves as the Marketing Partnerships Manager at Candour and hosts and produces the Search with Candour podcast. Marks is the Co-Owner of Candour and has over 20 years of industry expertise in SEO and PPC under his belt. He is also a regular member of Search with Candour. Discover what it means to be a podcaster in 2024 as we follow the evolution of the Search with Candour podcast from its origin until now. Mark & Jack discuss the fundamental stepping stones they climbed to get Search with Candour to its current status. Understand how to form a proper cadence and why tailoring content to different platforms will increase visibility and overall web optimization. Learn the ins and outs of podcasting and how this unique form of content can amplify your digital brand this week on the EDGE of the Web SEO Podcast! Key Segments: [00:03:23] Introducing Mark Williams-Cook & Jack Chambers-Ward [00:13:09] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:15:19] The Origin Of Search with Candour [00:19:30] What Pivots Were Made Along The Way In The Production Of Search With Candour? [00:22:20] How Has Podcasting Impacted Search Engine Optimization of Candour? [00:29:49] EDGE of The Web Sponsor: Wix [00:31:32] What Has Been Surprising Along The Podcast Journey? [00:33:10] What Benefits Come From The Podcast? [00:39:24] Podcasts: Recommended By Podcasters Thanks to Our Sponsors! Site Strategics: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Wix: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/wix Follow Our Guest Twitter: https://x.com/jlwchambers LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jlwchambers Twitter: https://x.com/thetafferboy LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/markseo Resources Candour Search with Candour podcast

We welcome Will Critchlow back for his second segment this week to discuss SEO testing at scale for large enterprises and the potential for AI to make its way into the space. We assess the extreme search volatility in recent years and how it has dramatically increased the importance of conducting SEO tests for an organization. Discover the certain types of businesses for which large-scale testing is designed and why certain companies should take an alternate approach. Find out if AI can become the ultimate SEO tester and if large-scale SEO testing is right for your business on this episode of the EDGE of the Web! [00:03:57] Reintroducing Will Critchlow [00:05:18] How Does Search Pilot Work? [00:07:49] What is the Duration of a Search Pilot Test? [00:10:32] How Has The Dramatic Search Volatility Affected SEO Testing Methodologies? [00:15:36] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:16:46] How Will AI Affect Scaled SEO Testing? [00:21:56] How Can Enterprise to Small-Level Businesses Run SEO Tests? [00:29:47] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Wix [00:30:58] What Should Companies Be Doing After the Rollout of a Google Update? [00:43:18] Marketing Pro Tip From Will Critchlow Thanks to Our Sponsors! Site Strategics: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Wix: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/wix Follow Our Guest Twitter: https://x.com/willcritchlow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willcritchlow Resources https://www.searchpilot.com/

Welcome back to the EDGE! Mordy makes his return this week as the team digs even deeper into the Google Search API leaks, and evaluates the state of AI in search. Aleyda Solis has composed a collection of resources surrounding the API Doc leaks, readily accessible for you to gather the full picture of what these leaks mean for SEO. Be sure to keep this list in your back pocket for any current and future updates! Google AI Overviews are now showing up in only 15% of search queries, a major drop since the rollout. Many reports of concerningly false outputs over the past months seem to be the cause of the decline. It’s clear that Google is pulling back while they attempt to fine tune the technology, but the timeline is unknown for AI Overviews moving forward. Matt Southern, a Moz Search Scientist, released an article this week warning SEO’s of ‘challenges ahead’ due to Google AI. SEO’s are facing a rising threat in zero click content, leaving traditional organic SEO vulnerable. Tune in as we uncover new developments revealing how AI continues to emerge as a bigger and bigger question mark in search this week on the news from the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:08:07] Aleyda Solis Shares Insights from Leaked Google Search API Document [00:11:16] Google AI Overviews' Visibility Plummets, Appearing in Only 15% of Queries [00:19:12] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:20:51] SEO Facing Crisis? Moz Search Scientist Highlights Upcoming Challenges AI Blitz: [00:25:20] Perplexity Pages showing in Google AI Overviews, featured snippets [00:26:20] Meta is notifying Instagram and Facebook EU users that it's using their data to train its AI models, and users can opt-out, "if your objection is honored" [00:27:00] X now permits AI-generated adult content [00:29:08] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks AI Tools: [00:30:18] Underlord, from Descript [00:31:02] Generate AI TV shows and episodes Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:32:21] Google Warns: Sites That Are Inaccessible On Mobile Will Not Be Indexed [00:34:24] Google Fixed The Search Console Links Report [00:35:12] Google Business Profiles Tests Chat With SMS & WhatsApp Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources: Aleyda Solis Shares Insights from Leaked Google Search API DocumentGoogle AI Overviews' Visibility Plummets, Appearing in Only 15% of QueriesSEO Facing Crisis? Moz Search Scientist Highlights Upcoming ChallengesPerplexity Pages showing in Google AI Overviews, featured snippetsMeta is notifying Instagram and Facebook EU users that it's using their data to train its AI models, and users can opt out, "if your objection is honoured"X now permits AI-generated adult contentUnderlord, from DescriptGenerate AI TV shows and episodesGoogle Warns: Sites That Are Inaccessible On Mobile Will Not Be IndexedGoogle Fixed The Search Console Links ReportGoogle Business Profiles Tests Chat With SMS & WhatsApp #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Be sure to enter the code "EdgeoftheWeb" at Riverside.fm for 15% off of your subscription! https://creators.riverside.fm/edgeoftheweb. Welcome back to the EDGE! This week’s guest is Will Critchlow, founder and CEO of SearchPilot, the revolutionary SEO testing technology that enables users to run large-scale SEO testing programs rapidly. With a prominent background in digital marketing, Will has cemented himself as a legacy SEO within the industry over the past two decades. In this episode, discover the capabilities of SearchPilot and why so many organizations have chosen the platform as their primary SEO resource. Furthermore, Will & Erin look back to assess how Google has transitioned values of search in recent years and how SEOs are responding as they gear up for talks of SEO testing at scale in the next segment. Understand the causes behind such high variability in search as we decide how to respond this week on the EDGE of the Web! Key Segments: [00:00:35] EDGE of The Web Sponsor: Riverside [00:04:29] Introducing Will Critchlow [00:06:50] Why Will Refined His Specialization Towards SEO Testing [00:09:43] Why Large Organizations Choose SearchPilot [00:13:23] Reacting To The Rapid Changes In Search As Of Late [00:17:03] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:27:09] How is Google Responding To Increasing Competition? [00:33:28] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Wix Thanks to Our Sponsors! Site Strategics: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Wix: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/wix Riverside: https://edgeofthewebradio.com/riverside Follow Our Guest Twitter: https://x.com/willcritchlow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willcritchlow Resources https://www.searchpilot.com/

Be sure to enter the code "EdgeoftheWeb" at Riverside.fm for 15% off of your subscription! https://creators.riverside.fm/edgeoftheweb. Erin Sparks and Jacob Mann are returning to bring you the hottest SEO news of the week. Mordy was absent this week, but worry not, as the great Michael King fills in! Google AI overviews are under fire for giving dangerous and wrong answers. Announced at Google I/O and recently rolled out, the AI summary tool has quickly gathered attention for its comically incorrect responses to user queries. The question of why Google has not removed such a blatantly bad and underdeveloped tool leaves the SEO community puzzled. The crew explores TikTok’s debut of AI-powered ad automation, TikTok One, a centralized hub that gives advertisers access to creators, creative tools, partners, and measurement capabilities. Additionally, TikTok releases TikTok Symphony, an umbrella for AI ad tools that support script writing, video production, and creative asset optimization. The last headline on the ballot shows that the Wayback Machine is under attack. The Internet Archive has been hit with a DDOS attack, making it difficult for users to access the California-based nonprofits free site. The nonprofit wrote on Monday that data has thankfully not been affected, but services are still being blocked for many users. The identities and motives of the attackers are still unknown. Tune in to navigate a major week in SEO news with the team this week as always, here on the EDGE of the Web! Digital Marketing News: [00:00:33] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Riverside.FM [00:04:12] Google faces criticism over AI Overview feature providing misleading and harmful information [00:15:01] TikTok launches AI-driven tools to automate ad creation [00:21:07] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:21:16] Internet Archive experiences major disruption from a DDoS attack AI News: [00:25:00] Ex-Googler: Google’s AI projects are driven by ‘stone cold panic’ [00:29:59] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: SERanking [00:31:21] Elon Musk’s xAI raises $6 billion to fund its race against ChatGPT and all the rest AI Tools: [00:35:40] Canva Magic Studio [00:37:59] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:39:40 ] Memorial Day Google Search Ranking Volatility [00:41:49] Google's John Mueller On Recovering From Core Updates - Maybe You Had A Good Run… [00:44:10] In the Face Of AI Overview Backlash, Google Updates Docs With How To Show Web-Only Results & How To Give Feedback Thanks to our Sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site SERanking: https://edgeofthewebradio.com/seranking Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Riverside.FM: https://edgeofthewebradio.com/riverside Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @iPullRank Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources: Google faces criticism over AI Overview feature providing misleading and harmful information TikTok launches AI-driven tools to automate ad creationInternet Archive experiences major disruption from a DDoS attack Ex-Googler: Google’s AI projects are driven by ‘stone cold panic’ Google’s AI Overviews Shake Up E-commerce Search Visibility Elon Musk’s xAI raises $6 billion to fund its race against ChatGPT and all the restCanva Magic StudioAutomate prompt engineering with self-improving optimization Memorial Day Google Search Ranking Volatility Google's John Mueller On Recovering From Core Updates - Maybe You Had A Good Run… In Face Of AI Overview Backlash, Google Updates Docs With How To Show Web Only Results & How To Give Feedback #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Be sure to enter the code "EdgeoftheWeb" at Riverside.fm for 15% off of your subscription! https://creators.riverside.fm/edgeoftheweb. We welcome back Michael Lewittes for his third interview segment this week. We dive into Ranktify, the content optimization tool Michael founded back in 2022. Learn how Ranktify offers you the capability to connect the dots between product and user through a holistic process of amplifying each piece of E-E-A-T in your content. Micheal gives insight into the future impact generative AI will have on search ranking, identifying how Ranktify’s authoritative content creation differs from some of the leading AI tools. Learn what Ranktify can offer to your website, and discover the future landscape of SEO tools this week on the EDGE of the Web! Key Segments: [00:04:53] Reintroducing Michael Lewittes [00:07:05] What Ranktify Offers as a Tool [00:11:18] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:18:12] How Ranktify Differs from Gen-AI Tools [00:21:12] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: SERanking [00:22:17] What Michael Sees on the AI Horizon [00:35:08] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Wix [00:37:19] Final Advice From Michael Lewittes Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://www.sitestrategics.com Wix: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/wix SERanking: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/seranking Follow Our Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelLewittes LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-lewittes Resources https://www.ranktify.com/

Google Under Scrutiny: Examination of the Lies ALERT ALERT ALERT! We have some major news to uncover today on EDGE News Flash concerning the anonymous source leaking major API documentation from the Google Search division. Joining the flash is the one and only, Michael King, Founder of iPullRank Agency. Michael took it into his own hands to dive deep into these documents to reveal the truth that SEO individuals worldwide have been looking for! You won’t want to miss this episode, these API documents expose several significant lies from Google and we set the truth free here on EDGE News Flash! Key Segments: [00:00:24] Introducing Michael King [00:02:27] How The Documents Got Released [00:06:17] Google Doesn't Use Anything from Chrome for Ranking? [00:11:33] Mike’s Investigation: https://ipullrank.com/google-algo-leak [00:15:32] What To Do With This Information: What’s Next? Thanks to Our Sponsors! Site Strategics: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Resources: Unveiled: Inside Google's Search Algorithm SecretsLeaked Google Search API Documents and Their SEO Implications Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @iPullRank Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Are you curious about Google's latest moves in SEO and AI? This week on EDGE of the Web, host Erin Sparks and show producer Jacob Mann explore articles that reveal Google's strategies and advancements in these ever-evolving fields. Google's helpful content system might be changing a bit. The recent update folds helpfulness signals into their core ranking algorithm, making them page-level considerations. This means content on individual pages will be judged for its value to users, with some influence still coming from overall site authority. The takeaway? Focus on showcasing your expertise and building trust with transparency! Erin and Jacob also discuss Search Engine Land's 2024 Search Advertising Benchmarks report, which reveals rising costs and declining conversion rates. The average cost-per-click (CPC) increased by 10% across most industries, with some sectors experiencing even steeper hikes. Conversion rates also dipped slightly, falling to 6.96% on average. Another topic discussed is outlining the struggle with unwanted content appearing in Google's AI overviews. This GSQI blog post offers a solution! While completely opting out isn't possible, the article explores using "preview controls" like nosnippet and max-snippet. These tools allow you to limit or remove specific content from being displayed in the AI Overviews, ensuring your audience sees the information you want them to. Stay ahead of the curve by tuning in to this week's EDGE news podcast, packed with trending topics and insights on the future of AI. News from the EDGE: [00:03:39] Google's Helpfulness Signals Could Be Updating Again: Why It Will Fall Short [00:11:44] Rising Search Ad Costs and Dropping Conversion Rates [00:16:04] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:19:44] Managing Google’s AI Overviews: Using 'Preview Controls' to Remove Content and Links [00:24:05] Andrew Optimsey's Plugin: Optimisey Search [00:26:10] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: SERanking AI Blitz: [00:27:25] ChatGPT to Mine Reddit for Content in Partnership with OpenAI [00:29:50] Google Ads Limits Use of Brand Names and Logos in AI Image Generation [00:32:20] OpenAI Dissolves AI Safety Team, Raising Concerns About Superintelligence [00:34:07] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Inlinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:35:05] Decoding Google's Ranking Systems: Insights from Communication Engineers [00:36:03] Google Search Update: Notes and Comments Now Included in Results [00:38:32] How to Remove Your Content from Google's AI Overviews Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site SERanking: https://edgeofthewebradio.com/seranking Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources Google's Helpfulness Signals Could Be Updating Again: Why It Will Fall ShortRising Search Ad Costs and Dropping Conversion RatesManaging Google’s AI Overviews: Using 'Preview Controls' to Remove Content and LinksChatGPT to Mine Reddit for Content in Partnership with OpenAIGoogle Ads Limits Use of Brand Names and Logos in AI Image GenerationOpenAI Dissolves AI Safety Team, Raising Concerns About SuperintelligenceEleven Labs: A Powerful Platform for AI-Powered Voice GenerationGeoSpy: Unveiling the Secrets of Location-Based IntelligenceCan AI Help You Talk Better? Exploring the Capabilities of ChatterDecoding Google's Ranking Systems: Insights from Communication EngineersGoogle Search Update: Notes and Comments Now Included in ResultsHow to Remove Your Content from Google's AI Overviews #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Welcome to another episode from EDGE of the Web, where we dive deep into the world of E-E-A-T and how that amplifies content into being viewed as valuable in the eyes of Google. We have an exceptional guest joining us for round 2, Michael Lewittes, the founder and CEO of Ranktify. We explore Michael's unique insights into the evolving landscape of search engine optimization referencing his experiences in the media industry. Don’t miss this week’s interview to uncover the benefits of transparency and highlighting subject matter expertise in your content to ensure you stay visible to your audience! Key Segments: [00:03:54] Introducing Michael Lewittes [00:10:28] The Importance of Truth in Being a Referencable Source [00:13:16] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:17:04] The Value of EEAT in Content [00:23:28] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: SERanking [00:26:22] Subject Matter Experts Create Content Authority [00:33:52] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Wix Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://www.sitestrategics.com Wix: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/wix SERanking: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/seranking Follow Our Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelLewittes LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-lewittes Resources https://www.ranktify.com/

Welcome back for another week of news from the EDGE! Host Erin Sparks speaks with Mordy Oberstein and Jacob Mann about several key articles regarding Google's strategies and developments in SEO and AI. The "Content Decay Exposed" delved into a conversation between Google's John Mueller and Lizzi Sassman as they tackled the challenge of content decay in the online sphere. This sheds light on Google's ongoing efforts to address and navigate the evolving landscape of search engine optimization. Another noteworthy topic covered was Alphabet's interest in acquiring HubSpot, a leading marketing automation platform. The article "Alphabet Eyes HubSpot" provides insights into the ongoing acquisition talks between HubSpot and Google's parent company. This potential acquisition hints at Alphabet's strategic moves to bolster its presence in the digital marketing realm. Erin and Mordy also discussed Google's unveiling of AI Overviews in the US, which revealed promising insights into higher click-through rates but with a notable absence of data for creators. This development underscores Google's continued integration of artificial intelligence into its services, promising improved user experiences but also raising questions about data accessibility and transparency for content creators. Tune in to this week’s news episode to stay current on trending news topics and key AI information. News from the EDGE: [00:03:55] Content Decay Exposed: Google's John Mueller and Lizzi Sassman Tackle a Real SEO Challenge [00:09:17] Alphabet Eyes HubSpot: Inside the Ongoing Acquisition Talks with Google's Parent Company [00:12:00] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:13:36] Google Unveils AI Overviews in the US: Higher Click-Through Rates, But No Data for Creators Yet AI Blitz: [00:29:29] OpenAI debuts GPT-4o ‘omni’ model now powering ChatGPT [00:30:09] Apple Wrapping Up OpenAI Deal to Bring ChatGPT Features to iOS 18 AI Tools: [00:31:32] Voice AI & Text to Speech for Creators: Replica Voice Director [00:33:23] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:35:10] Google Tried To Steal OpenAI's Thunder 45 Minutes Prior To OpenAI's GPT-4o Announcement [00:35:18] Google: Video Pages Need To Be Super-Obvious Video Play Pages [00:36:42] Google Search Confirms Deindexing Vast Amounts Of URLs In February 2024 Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MordyOberstein Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources: Content Decay Exposed: Google's John Mueller and Lizzi Sassman Tackle a Real SEO ChallengeAlphabet Eyes HubSpot: Inside the Ongoing Acquisition Talks with Google's Parent CompanyGoogle Unveils AI Overviews in the US: Higher Click-Through Rates, But No Data for Creators Yet OpenAI debuts GPT-4o ‘omni’ model now powering ChatGPTApple Wrapping Up OpenAI Deal to Bring ChatGPT Features to iOS 18Voicenotes is an advanced note-taking app that uses AI to transcribe your spoken thoughts instantlyVoice AI & Text to Speech for Creators: Replica Voice DirectorGoogle Tried To Steal OpenAI's Thunder 45 Minutes Prior To OpenAI's GPT-4o AnnouncementGoogle: Video Pages Need To Be Super-Obvious Video Play PagesGoogle Search Confirms Deindexing Vast Amounts Of URLs In February 2024 #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

On top of being the founder and CEO of Ranktify, Michael Lewittes has had his hand in every jar of the SEO industry. As a media industry expert and journalism extraordinaire of over 25 years, Michael has achieved leadership positions for companies such as NBC, The New York Post, and New York Daily News. In this episode Michael walks you through his early career and how he came to realize the importance of SEO to succeed in digital journalism. Discover how he blossomed into an SEO specialist in order to optimize media success of his earliest website “Gossip Cop” all the way to Ranktify today, this week on the EDGE of the Web! Key Segments: [00:04:13] Introducing Michael Lewittes [00:04:47] Michael Lewittes Career Journey [00:12:55] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:21:14] The Birth of Gossip Cop [00:26:31] EDGE of the Web Sponsor Wix [00:35:15] Funding Methods For Michael’s Website Thanks to Our Sponsors! Site Strategics: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Wix: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/wix Follow Our Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelLewittes LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-lewittes Resources https://www.ranktify.com/

Welcome back to news from the EDGE! Mordy couldn’t make it this week so VP of Growth Marketing at Musora Media AND featured guest of this week's interview series, Michel Fortin steps in to give newscasting a crack! Google’s March 2024 Core Update has come to an end! The update consisted of sizable algorithm changes to reduce low quality and irrelevant content, resulting in 40% of websites being de-indexed or removed from search results. The Department of Justice is gearing up for their closing statements on their antitrust lawsuit against Google: major changes to search may be in store. Plus, An AI arms race is upon us as the U.S Air Force has announced plans of a fully AI controlled fighter jet fleet, with a planned rollout of the operation by 2028. Be sure to jump over to our newsletter for this week's AI Tools. We cover all the latest in SEO as always so be sure to tune in for this segment of the EDGE of the Web! News from the EDGE: [00:06:24] Unveiling the Google March 2024 Core Update: 3 Key Insights [00:12:38] Google vs. DOJ: Antitrust Trial Nears Verdict [00:16:32] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:17:55] Cleaning Up Search: Google's New Weapons Against Spam AI Blitz: [00:25:03] Google SGE AI Answers Now Cost 80% Less To Generate [00:30:54] US Air Force plans a fleet of 1,000+ AI-controlled jets, the first of them operating by 2028; some AI versions already beat human pilots in air-to-air combat [00:34:05] Randy Travis just released his first new song in over a decade, using AI [00:40:01] EDGE of the Web Sponsor: InLinks Barry Blast from Search Engine Roundtable: [00:41:48] Google Search Tests Custom Filters & Templates [00:43:22] Google Search Tests Showing Only Local Listing For Near Me Queries [00:45:24] Google SGE Says Drink Urine To Pass Kidney Stones Quickly Thanks to our sponsors! Site Strategics https://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Inlinks https://edgeofthewebradio.com/inlinks Follow Us: Twitter: @ErinSparks Twitter: @MichelFortin Twitter: @TheMann00 Twitter: @EDGEWebRadio Resources: 3 key observations about the Google March 2024 core updateGoogle, DOJ make closing arguments in antitrust trialNew ways we’re tackling spammy, low-quality content on SearchGoogle SGE AI Answers Now Cost 80% Less To GenerateOpenAI To Show Content & Links In Response To QueriesGoogle Gemini Stops Linking To Most Sources?US Air Force plans a fleet of 1,000+ AI-controlled jets, the first of them operating by 2028; some AI versions already beat human pilots in air-to-air combatRandy Travis just released his first new song in over a decade, using AAutomatically create step-by-step tutorials with AIAsk questions and hear answers, available on iOS for Pro usersGoogle Search Tests Custom Filters & TemplatesGoogle Search Tests Showing Only Local Listing For Near Me QueriesGoogle SGE Says Drink Urine To Pass Kidney Stones Quickly #StandwithUkraine edgeofthewebradio.com/ukraine

Welcome back, VP of Growth Marketing at Musora Media, Michel Fortin. This week, we discuss the capabilities of AI in digital marketing and assess the new high-touch contributory role that SEOs will be taking in the creation and curation of content. Michel lays out how brands can stand out in an AI-dense playing field through personalization and user experience optimization. We evaluate the complete history of Google’s ranking factors, pointing out which framework in E-E-A-T (or should we call it E-E-A-A-T-T) you should be centralizing your focus towards. Learn how to leverage unique human traits that artificial intelligence cannot replicate, giving your brand an extra edge. Be sure to tune in as we look into how you can deepen the connectivity to your audience in today's evolving digital world this week on the EDGE of the Web! [00:03:48] Re-introducing Michel Fortin [00:05:55] How Can You Position Yourself Into a High Touch Mindset? [00:09:54] What Must Brands Do to Stand Out In The Future? [00:12:47] EDGE of the Web Title Sponsor: Site Strategics [00:15:28] How Can Brands Take a Community Approach to User Experience Optimization? [00:19:19] The History of Google’s Ranking Factors [00:22:10] Michel’s Approach to E-E-A-T [00:25:36] EDGE of the Web Sponsor Wix [00:32:50] What is AI Unable to Replace? [00:35:17] How Can We Utilize AI in Our Marketing Efforts? Thanks to Our Sponsors! Site Strategics: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/site Wix: http://edgeofthewebradio.com/wix Riverside: https://edgeofthewebradio.com/riverside Follow Our Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/michelfortin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelguyfortin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michelguyfortin/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MichelFortinSEO Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelguyfortin/ Resources https://michelfortin.com/ https://www.musora.com/ https://www.drumeo.com/ https://www.piano.com/