Google debuts Universal Commerce Protocol to streamline agentic shopping automation

Google’s Universal Commerce Protocol: a New Framework for…

Overview of the Universal Commerce Protocol Google launched the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) at the National Retail Federation’s annual…

Marc LaClear Jan 11, 2026
How Google's AI agent will change search forever

Google’s AI Transformation: a New Era for Search…

The Shift to AI-Powered Search Google’s transition from traditional search to an AI-driven model began with the introduction of…

Marc LaClear Dec 29, 2025
ByteDance plans $23bn AI spending spree to keep pace with US rivals

ByteDance Allocates $23 Billion for AI to Compete…

Investment Overview ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, plans a staggering $23 billion investment in AI infrastructure over the…

Marc LaClear Dec 23, 2025
Shapiro wants Pennsylvania to regulate AI chatbots. How would that work?

Shapiro’s AI Chatbot Regulation: a Costly Overreach or…

Overview of Pennsylvania’s Proposed Regulations Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro aims to implement stringent regulations on AI chatbots, citing the…

Marc LaClear Feb 9, 2026
Did SerpApi Steal Google's Search Data? Here's What We Know

SerpApi’s Alleged Data Heist: the Legal Battle Unfolds

Overview of the Lawsuit Google filed a lawsuit against SerpApi on December 22, 2025, accusing the company of large-scale…

Marc LaClear Dec 22, 2025
local keyword research

The Essential Guide to Local Keyword Research for…

Local keyword research is a crucial part of any effective local SEO strategy. Finding the right local keywords to…

Marc LaClear Sep 7, 2023