1. Google PaLM Algorithm: Path To Next Generation Search
Google announced a breakthrough in the effort to create an AI architecture with a new system called the Pathways Language Model, referred to as PaLM. [Source: Search Engine Journal]
2. Twitter Rolls Out Its ALT Badge And Improved Image Descriptions
Twitter has announced that its ALT badge and improved image descriptions are now available globally. [Source: The Verge]
3. Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference Returns In Its All-Online Format
Apple announced it will host its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in an online format from June 6 through 10, free for all developers to attend. [Source: Apple Newsroom]
4. Google Multisearch: A New Way To Search With Text & Images
Google is introducing a new way to search the web using a combination of text and images at the same time. [Source: Search Engine Journal]
5. Google Launches Play Store’s New Billing System
Google Play’s new billing payment system policy now forces developers to use the company’s own payment system for in-app purchases. [Source: The Next Web]
6. Meta Launches ‘Share to Reels’ Option for Third Party Developers to Help Fuel Reels Usage
Meta is adding another way to lean into the trend, with a new ‘Share to Reels’ option for third-party developers. [Source: Social Media Today]
7. Google Helps Online Shoppers Get More Relevant Results With Its Retail Search Tool
Google is rolling out a new eCommerce tool designed to help online shoppers get a more worthwhile retail experience. [Source: Digital Information World]
8. Google Business Profile Review Tool Now Works For Larger Accounts
Google has opened up the Google Business Profiles maps reviews tool to those who manage over ten accounts. [Source: Search Engine Roundtable]
9. Instagram’s Removed In-Stream Video Ad Placements from its Advertising Options
Instagram, as part of the next evolution, announces to ad partners that in-stream video ad placement is no longer available as an option in the app. [Source: Social Media Today]
10. New Google Attribute Helps Businesses Promote Sustainability
Google now allows companies to appeal to eco-conscious customers by adding “recycling” to their business attributes. [Source: Search Engine Journal]
