"Google had a brief serving issue with Google Search. Google is testing showing vertical search services next to its own in the EU. Google said a spike in impressions do not cause problems for Google Search. Google won't use a sitemap file if it is not convinced of new or important content."
"Google is showing AI-generated services in the local panel for some businesses. Google Business Profiles to add recurring scheduled Google Posts. Google Ads has rolled out text guidelines to all in AI Max. Google Ads API version 23.1 is now out."
"Microsoft updated its Bing Webmaster Guidelines. Microsoft updated its user interface for Bing AI responses and links. Microsoft said it prevented AI prompt injection manipulation attempts. Microsoft Advertising has rolled out self-service negative keyword lists."
Google implemented a Discover core update and addressed search volatility issues, including a brief serving problem. The company tested vertical search services in the EU, clarified that impression spikes don't harm Search, and explained sitemap usage criteria. Google Search Console reported missing indexing data. Circle to Search expanded functionality, and AI-generated services appeared in local panels. Google Business Profiles gained recurring scheduled posts capability, while Google Ads rolled out text guidelines for AI Max and released API version 23.1. Microsoft updated Bing Webmaster Guidelines, refreshed AI response interfaces, and prevented prompt injection attacks. Microsoft Advertising introduced self-service negative keyword lists and tested shopping carousels. Anthropic released crawler updates, and Google tested removing dates from Discover article cards.
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