Microsoft Advertising Tests Magazine Answer Card Ad Format
Microsoft Advertising is testing a new ad format within its newish Answer Card format called a magazine layout. These load ads in the card formats you see at the top of some of the Bing search results.
Google Personal Intelligence Small App Icons In Responses
Did you know that when Google AI Mode uses Personal Intelligence, Google will add icons of the various connected Google apps used to tailor your message. So you might see a Gmail icon, or Google Photos icon or Search or something else show up as a citation or source near the responses.
Google AdSense Reports Gain Browser, Hosting App & Operating System
Google AdSense seems to be rolling out new metrics for the AdSense reports in the console. These include Browser breakdown, Hosting App breakdown and Operating system breakdown metrics.
Google Local Hotel Photos “Good To Know” AI Labels
Google is testing labeling some photos in the local hotel listings with “Good to Know” AI-generated descriptions of some of those photos. These labels seem to summarize what the photo and reviews say about the specific area of that hotel.
Google Ads Multi-Party Approval Aims To Stop Hijacking Ads Accounts
Google has launched what it calls Multi-party approval for Google Ads. “Multi-party approval (MPA) is a security feature for Google Ads designed to protect your account from unauthorized activity by requiring a second account administrator to verify high-risk changes,” Google wrote.
OfferUp scammers are out in force: Here’s what you should know
The mobile marketplace app has a growing number of users, but not all of them are genuine. Watch out for these common scams.
Trump’s New Fed Pick Could Raise Interest Rates, Defy Expectations
A new Fed Chair has been nominated—and he could do what no Fed has done before. Kevin Warsh, the youngest Fed governor appointed, serving during the Great Financial Crisis, is […]
Bitcoin erases 15 months of gains, falls below $70K amid $840M liquidations
Bitcoin temporarily fell below $70,000, erasing gains built over the past 15 months. Over $840 million in leveraged long positions were liquidated during the sell-off. Traders now watch $65,000 support and $72,000 resistance for direction. Bitcoin has suffered one of its sharpest corrections in recent years, wiping out roughly 15 months of bull market gains […]
The Newest Amazon Echo Show Has Dropped to Its Lowest Price Yet
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. In late 2025, Amazon released the Amazon Echo Show 11, designed to replace the 3rd Generation Echo Show 10. The upgraded home hub/smart speaker features a larger, sharper display; a separate static screen, Alexa+ […]
How to Avoid Paying Crunchyroll’s Recent Price Increase
Anime fans are about to feel a bit of a squeeze from your Crunchyroll subscription. For the second time in two years, the streaming service is raising prices, this time across all of its plans, including the entry-level Fan Tier. This comes shortly after the company discontinued its free, ad-supported tier on Dec. 31. The […]
That Text About a Suspicious Apple Pay Transaction Is Probably a Scam
A new phishing scam is targeting Apple Pay users, attempting to lock them into phony support calls or emails that could see them handing over their passwords and credit card numbers. The news was first highlighted by AppleInsider and involves warnings that look suspiciously like official Apple messaging. While AppleInsider’s report doesn’t link to any […]
Everyone Can Now Use Alexa+, but the Full Experience Might Cost You
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Amazon announced Alexa+, its overhauled digital assistant with generative AI capabilities, about a year ago. Shortly thereafter, it kicked off an early access program allowing interested users to try it out free of charge. Unfortunately, that honeymoon period has come to an end: Alexa+ has […]
Portal Wars: Where Should You List Your Rental to Find Tenants Fast
Get ready to rumble! There’s an epic fight brewing among real estate portals, with established players facing off against mega-brokerages that are attempting to corner the market and keep exclusive […]
Google Ad Revenue Up 14% – Google’s Biggest Revenue & Ad Revenue Yet
Google reported its earnings today, its Q4 2025 earnings report showed ad revenues up by 14% at $82.3 billion and overall revenue was up 17% at $113.8 billion. I specifically like to dig in as best as I can on the ad revenue side to see how Google Ads have performed.
Google AI Overviews Bug Removes Links & Citations
Google confirmed there is a bug with AI Overviews not showing links for some responses. The bug was spotted by Lily Ray, who posted some examples several hours ago. Rajan Patel, Google’s VP, Engineering for Search, replied saying it is a bug and Google is working on fixing it.
