Below is what happened in search today, as reported on Search Engine Land and from other places across the web. From Search Engine Land: The Google Speed Update: Page speed will become a ranking factor in mobile searchJan 17, 2018 by Barry Schwartz Starting in July 2018, Google will finally use mobile page speed as…
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With every core algorithm update some SEOs say the update was targeting low quality. Others say it was targeting low quality links. Which one is it? Sometimes it’s neither. They say there are over 200 ranking factors in the core algorithm. The reasonable assumption is that there are over 200 possible updates. Is it a…
Instagram is not slowing down in 2018. After Instagram crushed Snapchat — seriously, pounded the app into the ground — last year with its own disappearing Stories feature, the Facebook-owned app is now secretly testing a new “Type” feature that’ll let users share text-based clips instead of photos or videos. SEE ALSO: 12 awesome Instagram…
Wondering how to create Instagram videos that will resonate with your audience? Looking for inspiration? In this article, you’ll discover seven ways to use Instagram video to enhance your stories and timeline with engaging content. 7 Ways to Use Instagram Video for Business by Victor Blasco on Social Media Examiner. #1: Integrate Instagram Stories Video…
Better to go out with a bang than a whimper, we guess. TV channel Spike is going to be rebranded as the Paramount Network on Thursday, as owner Viacom looks to general entertainment programming on the 34-year old basic cable network. SEE ALSO: 10 TV shows we can’t wait to see in 2018 So, as…
The largest gathering of the search marketing community is happening March 13-15 in San Jose, California. Search marketers from around the globe are flocking to SMX West for three days of unrivaled training alongside industry experts in a warm, welcoming environment. But that’s not the only reason to secure your seat now. In fact, here…
Facebook recently announced a change to their news feed that distanced itself from news. The announcement inspired questioning about what kinds of content will Facebook show? That question may have just been answered. Facebook announced a music industry partnership, which may offer clues to a part of Facebook’s new strategy: entertainment content. This makes sense…
Shares 964 Do you want more value from your Instagram stories? Interested in repurposing stories content on your Instagram profile? Instagram’s Highlights feature lets you combine multiple Instagram stories into long-term content your audience can discover at their convenience. In this article, you’ll discover how to create Instagram stories highlight albums for your business. How…
Google has released its most significant update to the AMP testing tool since 2016. In addition to accessing the tool at its usual destination, you can also test AMPs directly in search results. Simply type “amp testing tool” into the Google search bar and you will see this submission form. After running an AMP URL…
Google is marking Martin Luther King Day with a doodle designed by the guest artist, Cannaday Chapman. According to Chapman, his image of a young girl on her father’s shoulders listening to Dr. King speak is meant to evoke Dr. King’s dream of creating a better world for all children. “It may appear that this…









