Today’s News in AI & Tech [2024–08–17T16:28:42.611Z] Google’s August 2024 Core Update: Enhancing Search Quality � Randy C. · Follow 4 min read · Just now Google has implemented its August 2024 core update aimed at refining the quality of search results. This update focuses on prioritizing content that users consider “genuinely useful” while reducing the visibility of material created primarily for search engine optimization. As with previous updates, this rollout could take several weeks to fully implement, allowing Google to adjust the algorithm gradually and evaluate its impact on search results. U.S. FTC Cracks Down on Fake Online Reviews �️ In a significant move, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has officially banned the purchase and sale of fake online reviews, allowing for penalties of up to $51,744 […]
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