Data Google Ads API enables dual gclid and gbraid fields starting October 3 Google removes restriction preventing simultaneous use of click identifiers in conversion uploads.
Data Google Analytics launches MCP server for AI-powered data conversations Google Analytics launches open-source Model Context Protocol server enabling natural language data queries through AI assistants.
Display Google deprecates "Significant Skin Exposure" category in AdSense blocking controls Publishers face brand safety adjustments as search giant phases out sensitive category targeting skin-related advertising content.
Data Cambodia announces comprehensive data protection law Draft legislation establishes data protection framework requiring two-year implementation period for Southeast Asian nation.
Video YouTube introduces new AI video creation tools powered by Veo YouTube launches photo-to-video, generative effects, and AI playground for Shorts creators on July 23, 2025.
Data DoubleVerify reveals North America's ad quality improvements amid rising bot fraud Media verification specialist documents 4.6% brand suitability violation rate alongside 101% surge in bot fraud activity.
Data Internet outages reach 'shutdown season' across 125 countries in Q2 2025 Government-directed shutdowns returned with unprecedented scope during second quarter, affecting digital marketing campaigns and network infrastructure across multiple regions, according to Cloudflare analysis.
Video Netflix breaks into top 3 media distributors for first time Netflix posts largest monthly increase among media companies climbing to 8.3% share.
Video Streaming share rebounds to 23.7% in Mexico after 2024 decline, Nielsen data shows Mexico's streaming viewership surges in June 2025, reversing previous year's downturn with expanded measurement.
Retail Walmart limits beauty sales to brand owners and authorized sellers Retail giant restricts third-party sellers in beauty categories, requiring enhanced documentation for continued marketplace access.
AI AI keywords tracked in Pew Research study explained Individual analysis of every artificial intelligence term used to identify AI content across 2.5 million webpage visits.
AI AI search summaries reduce link clicks for Google users 58% of users encountered AI-generated summaries in March 2025, with only 8% clicking on traditional search results when these features appear.
Search Google's AI Overviews appear outside top position only in 8.64% of searches Analysis reveals AI summaries can only rank as low as sixth position across multiple countries.
Search Tech publisher Geekflare shuts down content team after Google algorithm impact Independent tech publisher reduced from 53 employees to 2 following search traffic decline, highlighting industry-wide concerns over algorithmic changes.
AI Google expands Ad Manager partner guidelines with machine learning restrictions New restrictions prohibit using advertising creatives for training AI models as platform refines usage boundaries.
Search Google's June 2025 core update brings dramatic ranking changes in 16 days Major algorithm update completed July 17 shows HCU recovery patterns and AI Overview impact across verticals.
Search SEO survives AI search disruption as expert challenges industry hype Industry veteran Lily Ray debunks claims that artificial intelligence search tools spell the end for traditional SEO practices.
Data Google Analytics launches lead acquisition and loss tracking reports Google introduces comprehensive lead generation reporting system with new audience templates and event schema for businesses.
Social Google Analytics enables direct Reddit Ads cost data tracking integration Google Analytics 4 launches native Reddit advertising cost import feature, streamlining cross-platform campaign measurement for digital marketers.
Data Google dismantles 9,800+ channels in Q2 2025 coordinated influence operations Google's Threat Analysis Group terminates thousands of YouTube channels and blocks domains across multiple platforms in coordinated influence campaign crackdowns spanning seven countries.
Video Innovid expands LinkedIn integration for CTV advertising Platform integration enables marketers to activate LinkedIn Connected TV campaigns within unified workflow system.
AI Anthropic commits to EU AI Code of Practice compliance Leading AI company announces intention to sign European regulatory framework on July 21, 2025.
Display HP launches advertising business with device-targeted campaigns HP Media Network targets 160 million U.S. users with laptop ads and streaming service to compete in retail media space.
Video Polish streaming viewership climbs as summer viewing habits evolve Nielsen data shows YouTube and Netflix gains amid traditional TV decline during June vacation period.
Search Microsoft executive compares Copilot to Google AI Mode in public analysis Microsoft's Jordi Ribas demonstrates search differences between Copilot and Google AI Mode in July 21 LinkedIn post.
