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Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) stories

Nowadays, the main objective for every person or organisation owning a website is to appear as high as possible in search pages.

There are two options to reach the top of the first page, one requiring payment and one free.

The free option is called Search Engine Optimization (SEO), which consists of improving the rank level of a website by optimising its content.

SEO is mostly generated through a websites’ content as text and keywords. The key to a great SEO is in the relevance of the text and articles on a website. SEO can also be improved by the seniority of a domain name and traffic generated by the website.

SEO is crucial for any business looking for visibility without paying and there are many tools and services available nowadays to maximise efficient SEO.
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Goodbye SEO, hello GEO: How AI is reshaping brand discovery

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As AI-powered language models replace traditional search, brands must master generative engine optimisation to stay visible and competitive in discovery.
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Agencies urged to refine digital marketing for AI search rise

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Agencies must adapt digital marketing strategies to thrive as AI search tools like ChatGPT, with 100M+ daily users, reshape online service discovery.
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Five key trends reshaping eCommerce marketing for 2025 revealed

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Ecommerce marketing is set to evolve in 2025 with five key trends, including AI personalisation, mobile commerce, social media sales, data-driven automation, and SEO advances.
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Agentic AI drives retail shift from legacy systems to smart commerce

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Retailers are adopting agentic AI to overcome outdated systems, enabling smarter, faster eCommerce that meets modern consumer demands for personalised digital experiences.
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Onlyfans models need PR people too, the latest move

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Million Billion Media teams up with Xentrik to launch an AI-driven campaign enhancing PR and marketing for OnlyFans content creators and influencers.
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AI search transforms brand visibility, making trust essential

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As AI reshapes search, firms can boost visibility on ChatGPT and other LLMs by building authoritative content and engaging trusted journalists.
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Trends from HumAIn 2025 — And what the new AI normal means for brands

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At humAIn 2025, experts reveal AI is reshaping creativity, search, and work, urging brands to blend human insight with machine intelligence for success.
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Fake CAPTCHA scam targets 2,353 WordPress sites, warns CyberCX

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CyberCX warns 2,353 WordPress sites, including 82 in Australia and New Zealand, have been targeted by the DarkEngine fake CAPTCHA scam spreading malware.
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Global survey finds marketers see gTLDs as branding boost

Wed, 21st May 2025
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A global ICANN survey finds most marketing leaders see strong branding potential in gTLDs, though awareness and cost barriers remain ahead of 2026 application round.
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Marketers predict traditional SEO obsolete by 2026, survey finds

Tue, 20th May 2025
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A SALESmanago survey finds 73% of UK, Polish and Italian marketers expect traditional SEO to become obsolete by 2026 amid shifting consumer trends.
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AI speeds up SEO for eCommerce brands facing new challenges

Thu, 15th May 2025
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AI technology accelerates SEO for eCommerce brands, cutting product page update times from weeks to hours while improving search alignment and conversions.
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Free creative industry workshops announced for West Yorkshire

Thu, 15th May 2025
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Free workshops on branding, AI, and sales will support creative businesses in West Yorkshire, hosted by Unity Enterprise at Leeds Media Centre.
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Hotwire launches AI-powered Spark tool & global AI Lab

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Hotwire Global launches Hotwire Spark, an AI tool to boost brand visibility on AI search platforms alongside a new global AI Innovation Lab.
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OneShot.ai unveils Execution OS to unite AI & human sales teams

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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OneShot.ai has launched Execution OS, a platform combining AI with human expertise to improve sales and marketing go-to-market strategies.
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PlexusAV appoints Tommy Tran as Global Marketing Manager

Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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PlexusAV has appointed Tommy Tran as Global Marketing Manager, aiming to leverage his extensive experience across various industries to enhance its AV-over-IP marketing.
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The way we search has changed - Why haven’t websites?

Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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The way we search online has transformed significantly, yet websites remain largely unchanged, leading to frustrations for modern users seeking intuitive experiences.
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Google's AI push prompts Aussie firms to boost visibility

Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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Google's AI advancements are reshaping how Australian small businesses must optimise their online presence to stay competitive and ensure visibility.
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Mastering the art of business press release headlines

Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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Creating captivating press release headlines is crucial for engaging audiences and attracting media attention, as clarity and relevance can elevate your brand's visibility.
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Localsearch unveils new digital tools for small businesses

Sun, 16th Mar 2025
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Localsearch has unveiled three new digital marketing tools for small businesses in Australia, starting from AUD $149, to enhance their online presence amid evolving digital trends.
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Thryv Australia wins global award for marketing with purpose

Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Thryv Australia has won the global Marketing with Purpose award at the 2025 Microsoft Advertising Partner Awards, solidifying its role in supporting small businesses.