Tag Archives: google

Google Dodges a Breakup, But Big Changes Are Coming

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

Posted in Announcements | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Technology in the News | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Web Content | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Technology in the News | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Technology in the News | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Should you submit your sitemap to other search engines besides Google?

In the world of SEO, sitemaps play a crucial role in helping search engines discover and index your website’s content. But when it comes to submitting your sitemap, is Google the only search engine that matters? The answer is both … Continue reading

Posted in Ask David!, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Website Traffic | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment