Google Ads Enabling Broad Match By Default For New Search Campaigns
Google now enables broad match by default when you create new search campaigns within Google Ads. Previously, this was not on by default, but now it is, according to Thomas Eccel, a Google Ads consultant.
Google pauses opioid painkiller policy update

Google cites implementation challenges for indefinitely pausing the policy. It would have allowed certified advertisers to discuss opioids.
Google Ads makes broad match default for new search campaigns

Google Ads now defaults to broad match for new search campaigns, potentially impacting performance and spend if advertisers aren’t vigilant.
How to evolve your PPC measurement strategy for a privacy-first future

Overcome cookie limitations, leverage first-party data and implement diverse attribution methods for accurate insights.
Google Ads & Google Merchant Center Country of Sale Migrating To New Feed Label
A couple of years ago, I reported that Google has changed how your feeds work in Merchant Center for countries by removing the need to list a primary country and additional countries and replacing them with target countries. Now Google is emailing adve…
Google Ads Changes Its Mind – Will Not Allow Opioid Painkillers Ads
Last month we reported that Google Ads began to allow some ads for opioid painkillers, like to discuss awareness and abuse. Well, Google decided to “indefinitely pausing this policy update” and not allow search ads for opioid painkillers.
Google Ads unveils tCPA Insight Box for Demand Gen campaigns

Google Ads launches tCPA Insight Box for Demand Gen campaigns, offering advertisers a quick way to assess performance and optimize ad spend.
Google Ads shifts to Feed Labels for Shopping campaigns

Google Ads to automatically upgrade Shopping and Performance Max campaigns from Country of Sale to Feed Labels in August.
Google launches tool to simplify Enhanced Conversions setup

Google unveils EC Assist, a Chrome extension to help advertisers troubleshoot and optimize their Enhanced Conversions setup.
Google launches Merchant API Beta with new features

This is a redesign of the Content API for Shopping, with new features to enhance product management and showcase businesses capabilities.
Google announces new Display & Video 360 features

Improved reporting, user ID redactions for privacy compliance, first position targeting for YouTube Instant Reserve and more are coming soon.
Google Ads New Brand Exclusion Won’t Prevent Your Ads For Showing For Random Firms
The other day we reported about the new Google Ads brand controls. But as we gain more and more clarity, it seems it does not give advertisers all the controls they need.
Google tightens disclosure rules for synthetic content in political ads

Advertisers will need to disclose synthetic or digitally altered content in election ads, as Google aims to combat misinformation.
Google expands definition of U.S. Election ads

Google now requires verification for a wider range of political content, which may impact more advertisers ahead of the 2024 elections.
Google Ads Gains New Checkbox: Altered Or Synthetic Content
As you may remember, Google Ads requires political ads to disclose if the content, images or other assets in any way used synthetic content (i.e. AI content). Now Google Ads seems to be adding a checkbox for these ads to check off if these ads use “Al…
Google Ads To Allow Fantasy Sports & Lottery Couriers Ads In Many States
Google has posted that it begin to accept and run ads for Daily Fantasy Sports and lottery couriers in many states within the United States. This change goes into affect on July 15, 2024 and advertisers must apply for certification.
Google expands conversion tracking for Merchant Center

Google Merchant Center will include data from Search web results and other sources, aiming to provide merchants with more comprehensive performance insights
Microsoft Advertising launches Property Center and expands Lodging Campaigns

Property owners and managers globally now have enhanced tools to streamline campaign management, and boost bookings for both hotels and vacation rentals.
Google expands Audience Signal Targeting to App campaigns

This update gives advertisers more control over audience targeting and potentially improving app campaign efficiency.
Google expands Product Studio to new markets, adds features

Google expands its AI-powered Product Studio to the UK, India, and Japan. New features include direct file uploads and seasonal themes.