EU Targets Google, Listings Get Suspended, and AI Heats Up: Search is Changing Fast

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Greg and Mike discuss the recent EU findings regarding Google's non-compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA), the implications of algorithm changes leading to increased suspensions and verifications, and the evolving landscape of AI competition, particularly focusing on Google's strategies to retain users amidst rising AI technologies. They also explore the future of local SEO and its unique position in the market.takeawaysGoogle's violation of the DMA highlights ongoing regulatory scrutiny.Suspensions and verifications are increasing, indicating algorithmic changes.AI mode may be sufficient for many users, keeping them within Google's ecosystem.Local SEO is less impacted by AI than generic publishers.Conversions should be the focus for local businesses, not just traffic.00:00 EU's Preliminary Findings on Google and Apple08:51 Suspension Verification Algorithm Issues16:08 AI Competition and Market DynamicsSubscribe to our newsletters and other content at https://www.nearmedia.co/subscribe/