Google is testing a grouped 'sponsored results' label that removes individual ad labels, causing user confusion and potentially affecting paid and organic traffic.
Meta is trying to make Facebook suck less by simplifying things a bit
Meta is overhauling Facebook's feed with streamlined grid layouts, full-screen viewers, double-tap photo likes, improved search presentation, and new feedback controls to shape recommendations.
Google Web Guide Showing In All Tab For More Searchers
Google's Web Guide AI-organized search layout is increasingly appearing in the All tab, replacing standard results and likely increasing clicks and engagement.
Google Drops Support For More Structured Data Types & Search Features
Google is simplifying the Search results page by removing several rarely used structured data types and UI elements, including practice problems and the Doodle box.
Microsoft tests replacing Search with Copilot in Windows 11
Microsoft is integrating Copilot into the Windows search box, offering combined AI prompts and search results with inconsistent file discovery and intrusive floating dialogs.
Bing is testing search refinement tabs above the shopping ads that link directly to Bing Shopping Search, a placement not normally shown above the ads carousel.