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January 18, 2026

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Hi, welcome to the latest edition of the newsletter. This one is packed with big insights on how search and social are fundamentally shifting as we head into 2026. I hope you enjoy reading!

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🔥 What’s Making Headlines

  1. Google Gemini is gaining significant market share as ChatGPT experiences a decline in traffic. (link)

  2. Marketing experts predict 2026 will be the year of "Invisible AI," where technology moves from a novelty to an integrated utility. (link)

  3. TikTok has released its official 2026 trend predictions to help marketers stay ahead of the curve. (link)

  4. Google Trends has integrated Gemini into its Explorer tool to enhance trend analysis. (link)

  5. Instagram recently rolled out seven critical updates that every digital marketer needs to know. (link)

✨ Can't Miss Updates

  1. HubSpot reveals how using simple semantics can increase your AI search citations by a massive 642%. (link)

  2. Learn the strategic art of selling SEO transformations to leadership to secure executive buy-in. (link)

  3. Google is downplaying GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) despite the rising impact of AI on search results. (link)

  4. Discover why building a brand is not a complete strategy, but rather just the starting point. (link)

  5. New research suggests that "talking with your hands" can make you significantly more persuasive in video content. (link)

📈 Trends You Need to Know

  1. Reddit is being hailed as a marketing goldmine for brands looking for authentic community engagement. (link)

  2. Experts provide a guide on how much you can actually influence AI responses to your brand. (link)

  3. Industry leaders share their top predictions for the digital marketing landscape in 2026. (link)

  4. Paid media is undergoing major shifts; find out the specific changes marketers should make for 2026. (link)

  5. Understand the "Invisible AI" trend that is set to dominate the tech world next year. (link)

👀 News That Everyone’s Talking About

  1. Find out how often you should publish new blogs to maximize your SEO performance in the current landscape. (link)

  2. Google Ads is introducing new ways to target and win in niche markets. (link)

  3. Learn how to move your audience up the "creator ladder" to build a more loyal following. (link)

  4. Explore the latest internet slang trends to keep your brand's voice fresh and relevant. (link)

  5. A new guide explores the best Google Search Console alternatives for advanced data tracking. (link)

🚀 This Week’s Top Moments

  1. Discover how to use AI content helpers to boost your organic traffic efficiently. (link)

  2. Buffer releases a new guide on social media frequency to help you find your posting sweet spot. (link)

  3. Learn what really matters for marketing in Google's new AI mode. (link)

  4. Identify the "low-hanging fruit" in Brand SEO that you might be currently missing. (link)

  5. Insights from building an AI search engine provide a look at what the future holds for information retrieval. (link)

  6. Review the latest data on organic reach and how to combat declining visibility. (link)

  7. A deep dive into semantics explains how to remain visible in both traditional search and LLMs. (link)

  8. Get broader marketing predictions for 2026 from around the bonfire. (link)

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