Google is upgrading Search with AI, introducing Gemini 3.5 Flash as the default model globally. The Search box is redesigned with AI to better understand queries, supporting text, images, files, videos, and tabs. New Search agents work 24/7 to provide updates and actions on tasks. Agentic coding creates custom UIs and dashboards. Personal Intelligence expands to 200 countries, connecting apps like Gmail securely. Features roll out summer 2026.
Google released Gemini 3.5 Flash, an AI model excelling in complex tasks and coding with high speed and performance. Available globally via the Gemini app, Google Search, developer tools, and enterprise platforms, it outperforms previous versions and cuts task time and cost. It powers personal AI agents like Gemini Spark and enhances Search features. Built with advanced safety measures, it reduces harmful content and improves accuracy.
Microsoft Clarity's AI Citations Report shows how content is cited in AI-generated answers, helping site owners track visibility beyond traditional SEO. It measures page citations, share of authority, AI referral traffic, queries, and trends. Now generally available, it requires Clarity setup and domain verification. Future updates will offer deeper insights into content discovery, intent themes, and competitive analysis.
Starting June 15, 2026, Google Ads API will no longer accept new adopters for offline conversion imports, including enhanced lead conversions. The Data Manager API will be the primary method for offline conversion imports. Developers not using offline conversions by May 2026 will get errors if they try to import. Current users can continue with Google Ads API while migrating to Data Manager API. Developer tokens will be allowlisted, and support is available.
Markifact is a no-code marketing automation platform that lets users create AI-driven workflows for automating marketing tasks. Users can trigger workflows, connect apps, and track performance through a visual interface. The platform offers pre-built templates, integrates with various marketing tools, and supports team collaboration.
Google's Universal Cart is an AI-powered shopping hub across merchants and Google services like Search, YouTube, and Gmail. It finds deals, tracks prices, flags product issues, and optimizes payment perks. Built on Google Wallet, it enables smooth checkout via Google Pay or merchant sites. The Universal Commerce Protocol expands globally and to new verticals, while the Agent Payments Protocol secures agent purchases. Universal Cart launches in the U.S. this summer.
Google has released a new guide to help website owners, SEOs, and developers optimize content for generative AI features in Google Search. The guide covers creating valuable, unique content, tips for local, shopping, image, and video content, debunks common misconceptions, and offers initial advice on AI agents. It emphasizes that SEO best practices remain essential for success with generative AI in Search.
Google Analytics now offers a dedicated AI Assistant channel to track traffic from AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude. Traffic from these sources is labeled with a new "ai-assistant" medium, grouped under the AI Assistant channel, and tagged with the "(ai-assistant)" campaign name. This helps businesses monitor generative AI's impact by comparing AI-driven traffic to traditional channels.
Meta Ads MCP servers link AI clients to Meta Marketing API for reporting and campaign tasks. Markifact suits agencies needing execution, multi-account support, and approvals. Official Meta MCP offers first-party Meta-only access with limited write actions. Open-source MCPs give developer control but need upkeep. Supermetrics and Windsor.ai focus on reporting; Windsor.ai is read-only for safety. Choose based on write needs, account scale, and integrations.
Meta has launched the AI Developer Assistant for WhatsApp Business developers and tech providers to simplify onboarding. This AI tool offers contextual guidance, troubleshooting, and answers based on official documentation, helping with app configuration, business verification, and app review. It is integrated into onboarding flows and is being rolled out to all developers by mid-June to speed up setup and launch.
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