Google has confirmed that its latest efforts to filter out local reviews against its policies and guidelines went too far. Google, over the next few weeks, is working to restore the policy-abiding ...

Customer reviews are the most influential form of local business content. Surveys routinely reveal that upwards of 90% of consumers read reviews as they search for nearby goods and services. In this ...

The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) final rule banning fake reviews officially took effect on Oct. 21, marking a significant milestone in the fight against deceptive online practices. This ...

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Online search is more often than not the starting point in a local consumer’s quest for products and services nearby. In fact, 78% use the Internet to find information about local businesses in their ...