At this point, Google’s algorithm begins compiling its search result rankings, which are based on relevance, quality, and reputation.

Google's new multi-vector retrieval algorithm (MUVERA) improves search speed and performs better on complex queries.

Google has updated its search ranking algorithm to "more strongly affect the sites that host explicit videos but don't allow Googlebot to fetch those video files" which may lead to a "significant ...

Google search’s made-up AI explanations for sayings no one ever said, explained A partial defense of (some of) AI Overview's fanciful idiomatic explanations.

Google’s search algorithm has evolved. It no longer rewards keyword stuffing or backlink quantity. Instead, it prioritizes websites that demonstrate real business value through user behavior and ...

Core updates can have significant, broad changes to Google’s search algorithms and systems, which is why Google announces them. This is the second core update of 2025.

Google's new AI search poses a threat to Reddit's growth. But Reddit says it's most loyal users are the key to its success, not casual users coming through search.