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Does Google still use PageRank to rate your website?

“Ask David” short answer: yes. While you can’t see it anymore, PageRank is still a “core” part of how Google determines which websites are trustworthy and important. Related: What Makes a Simple Website Feel Trustworthy? (From Real User Experience, Not … Continue reading →

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Grok AI Faces Global Backlash as App Store Removal Calls Grow – Even as the Pentagon Embraces It

Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok, developed by xAI and closely integrated with the social platform X, has become one of the most controversial AI tools in recent weeks. While Grok was promoted as a more open, less restricted alternative to … Continue reading →

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Google Dodges a Breakup, But Big Changes Are Coming

Posted on September 6, 2025 by admin

September 2025 brought a huge update in the long-running antitrust battle with Google. The verdict? Google isn’t getting split up – so Chrome and Android are sticking around under the same roof – but the company does have to give … Continue reading →

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Google vs. AI Search: How to Get Your Business to Show Up in AI Search Results?

Lately, you’ve probably noticed a shift in how people talk about finding answers online. It used to be, “I Googled it.” Now it’s more like, “According to AI…” Whether it’s ChatGPT, Gemini, or another AI assistant, more and more people … Continue reading →

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Why Is Google Showing a Competitor’s Website for My Brand Name?

And How to Fix It with SEO & Branding Strategies When users search for your company name, the last thing you want is for a competitor’s site to show up instead. But that’s exactly what can happen if your brand … Continue reading →

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Google’s Latest Buyouts: What They Reveal About Big Tech’s Cost-Cutting in the Age of AI

In a striking development that’s making waves across Silicon Valley, Google has begun offering buyouts to employees across several key divisions – including its core Search team – as part of an ongoing effort to manage costs and reshape the … Continue reading →

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Can You Publish Content Too Fast for Google? And Does Consistency Matter?

This topic is often misunderstood in SEO circles. Here’s the straightforward truth: You generally cannot publish content too fast in terms of volume alone – but if speed compromises quality, then yes, it’s a problem. And consistency absolutely matters, though … Continue reading →

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Should You Buy High DA Backlinks? The Truth Behind Backlinks and What Really Moves the SEO Needle

If you’ve been exploring ways to boost your SEO performance – especially for a localized service business – you might have come across the idea of buying high DA (Domain Authority) backlinks. Maybe someone offered you a package deal. Maybe … Continue reading →

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Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban: A Financial Nightmare Looms for Tech Giants

On January 17, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (PAFACA), mandating ByteDance, the Chinese parent company of TikTok, to divest its ownership by January 19 or face a nationwide ban. The … Continue reading →

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Google’s Monopoly Power Challenged Once Again

Google has faced another significant setback in its battle against antitrust allegations. On August 5, 2024, a federal judge ruled that the tech giant illegally maintained its monopoly over internet search. This decision follows a similar ruling in September 2023, … Continue reading →

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