Google’s Sundar Pichai said in an interview that AI Overviews sends more traffic to a wider set of websites, insisting that Google cares about the web ecosystem and that he expects AI Mode to continue to send more traffic to websites, a claim that the interviewer challenged. AI Agents Remove Customer Relationship Opportunities There is … Read more
I cofounded Morning Brew in 2015. Since then, the content landscape has transformed into an even more competitive arena. The cost of paid acquisition has skyrocketed. Content differentiation has become harder than ever, especially when AI can write generic posts in seconds. The result is a sea of sameness — 101-level blog posts, cringy trade … Read more
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently said the company plans to release an open source model more capable than any currently available. While he acknowledged the likelihood of it being used in ways some may not approve of, he emphasized that highly capable open systems have an important role to play. He described the shift as … Read more
Google’s Sundar Pichai outlined the 2025 strategy, emphasizing consumer-focused AI, rapid development of agentic apps, a Chrome AI prototype called Project Mariner, and upgrades to Gemini and Project Astra, signaling a shift toward AI apps as the user interface for search. Although Pichai did not say Google is de-emphasizing the Google Search box, he did … Read more
Sundar Pichai, Google’s CEO, was interviewed by Andrew Ross Sorkin at the New York Times DealBook Summit, where he discussed what to expect from Google Search in 2025 but also struggled to articulate Google’s concern for content creators. When asked to compare where Google is today relative to the rest of the industry and whether … Read more
Dear Readers, SEO Pros, and Digital Marketers, Hello, I’m Jenise. I’ve been at the SEJ helm for 15 years, with Loren Baker and Brent Csutoras at my side as majority owners and operating partners. Yesterday, I woke up to a monumental piece of news: SEO news publisher Search Engine Land was purchased by marketing tool … Read more
As I‘ve moved up in my marketing career, I’ve realized how important it is to be on the same page as the CEO. In this recent episode of Marketing Against the Grain, we explore this topic and offer tips for enhancing your communications with executive leadership. Here are five actionable insights that CMOs and marketing … Read more
In a recent interview, Google CEO Sundar Pichai discussed the company’s implementation of AI in search results and addressed concerns from publishers and website owners about its potential impact on web traffic. Background On AI In Google Search Google has been gradually incorporating AI-generated overviews and summaries into its search results. These AI overviews aim … Read more
Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google, said in an interview that Google’s mission is to organize the world’s information, not to provide blue links. Schmidt’s pragmatic statements seem to describe a future where websites are unnecessary and advertising is increasingly effective. Answers Without Links Is A Good User Experience? The ex-CEO’s prediction of the future … Read more
Google and Alphabet’s CEO Sundar Pichai sat down for a discussion on AI that inevitably focused on the future of search. He explained his of search and the role of websites, insisting that the only thing different is the technology. These Are The Early Days The interviewer asked if Sundar was caught by surprise by … Read more
OpenAI has announced that Sam Altman is officially back as CEO. Sam Altman is back as CEO, Mira Murati as CTO and Greg Brockman as President. OpenAI has a new initial board. Messages from @sama and board chair @btaylor https://t.co/sP0kAQIeKg — OpenAI (@OpenAI) November 30, 2023 Sam Altman has returned as CEO, with Mira Murati … Read more
The decision for Altman’s departure follows the board’s deliberation over his communication approach, which they found lacked the necessary candor for effective governance. In the official statement, the board expressed gratitude for Altman’s contributions to OpenAI’s founding and growth but emphasized the need for new leadership to navigate the company’s future. They expressed full confidence … Read more
OpenAI’s Sam Altman sat for an interview and shared what’s next for ChatGPT, AGI and his thoughts about the enormity of changes AI will bring on a global level. OpenAI Has A Roadmap For Future Of AI Early in the interview Altman was asked what the future of OpenAI was. He responded that they have … Read more
A new study by 4 Day Week Global explores the feasibility and benefits of a four-day workweek. The research follows 200 companies through year-long pilot programs to evaluate the impact of reduced hours on productivity, employee satisfaction, and business performance. The findings suggest adopting a four-day schedule while maintaining pay can promote work-life balance, improve … Read more
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Growth, Innovation, and Empowering Online Merchants As WordPress celebrates its 20th anniversary, it is essential to reflect on its roots and explore how its history has shaped ecommerce and what this means for your website. Paul Maiorana, CEO of WooCommerce, joined me on the SEJ Show for this special episode to reflect on how ecommerce … Read more
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman responded to a request by the Federal Trade Commission as part of an investigation to determine if the company “engaged in unfair or deceptive” practices relating to privacy, data security, and risks of consumer harm, particularly related to reputation. it is very disappointing to see the FTC’s request start with a … Read more
Foundr Magazine publishes in-depth interviews with the world’s greatest entrepreneurs. Our articles highlight key takeaways from each month’s cover feature. We talked with Nathan Chan, CEO of foundr, about the 10th anniversary of the magazine and how he’s changed as a founder—and a person—over the last decade. To read more, subscribe to the magazine. ————— … Read more
What makes working in SEO exciting? For many, it’s about weighing in on Google’s crucial ranking factors or cracking open the mysteries of search algorithms. For some, it may be about helping businesses grow and prosper in the digital age. But for Shay Harel, CEO and founder of Rank Ranger, it’s being able to work with … Read more
