Ads Advisor in Google Ads adds three features: proactive troubleshooting to identify and fix policy violations, 24/7 security monitoring with personalized recommendations and a new dashboard, and instant certifications to automate approvals. These updates improve account safety, speed campaign management, and reduce manual work, using AI to boost efficiency and security for advertisers worldwide.
In 2025, Gemini-powered tools improved Google's detection of deceptive ads, blocking over 99% before display. The AI analyzes many signals to identify and stop malicious content, even as scammers use generative AI. Google blocked 8.3 billion ads and suspended 24.9 million accounts. Gemini also cut incorrect advertiser suspensions by 80%, balancing threat removal with support for honest businesses, and sped up user feedback processing fourfold.
AI Max, improving targeting and creative capabilities, moves out of beta with 7% more conversions at similar CPA/ROAS. From September, campaigns using Dynamic Search Ads, automatically created assets, and broad match settings will upgrade automatically to AI Max. It offers smarter AI-driven ad relevance, advanced controls, and easier campaign management, marking a shift to scalable AI-powered growth.
Google Ads is simplifying enhanced conversions by merging web and lead conversions into one unified setting with an on/off switch. From April 2026, it will accept data from website tags and API simultaneously to improve accuracy and bidding. By June 2026, the two features will merge, removing the need to choose implementation methods. No action is needed; you can opt out anytime at the conversion action level.
Run an automated Google Ads audit directly from Google Sheets with 40+ built-in checks. Review campaigns, ad groups, keywords, ads, and account settings to catch missed best practices and optimization gaps. Ideal for agencies and in-house teams to standardize audits, save hours of manual work, and turn findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
Gemini 3.1 Flash Live is Google's latest voice model offering improved precision, lower latency, and more natural, fluid interactions. It enhances real-time dialogue with better reasoning, task execution, and tonal understanding, making it reliable for developers and enterprises. Available across Google products, it supports multilingual, real-time conversations and includes a watermark to detect AI-generated audio, aiming to prevent misinformation.
Ads Advisor and Analytics Advisor are AI tools designed to help businesses connect data with decision-making. They respond to natural language questions, recall past interactions, and provide tailored recommendations. Analytics Advisor uncovers hidden trends and insights, while Ads Advisor identifies campaign issues and offers creative ideas. Users should review AI suggestions and provide feedback to improve accuracy and relevance.
Google's Commerce Media Suite connects retailer insights with YouTube and other platforms to improve advertising across the customer journey. Kroger Precision Marketing partners with Display & Video 360, allowing brands to target Kroger shoppers on YouTube and access SKU-level conversion data. The suite supports commerce audiences from various global retailers, helping brands unify marketing and boost sales online and in-store.
Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) introduces new features to improve online shopping, including a Cart option for adding multiple items at once, a Catalog feature for real-time product details, and Identity Linking for consistent loyalty benefits across platforms. Google is simplifying UCP onboarding via Merchant Center and partnering with Commerce Inc, Salesforce, and Stripe to expand agentic commerce on Google surfaces.
Google Maps launches Ask Maps, a conversational tool using Gemini models to answer detailed local queries and personalize suggestions from community reviews. It simplifies trip planning and bookings. The update also features Immersive Navigation with 3D visuals, natural voice guidance, route options, and parking info, improving driving ease and safety. Available now in the U.S. and India on mobile, with desktop and wider device support coming soon.