Search Engine Roundtable Daily Update - 2026-02-25

Search Engine Land Daily Update for 2026-02-25. Latest SEO and technology trends.

SEO & Technology News

Search platforms are evolving with a focus on user experience and security, as seen in Google's test to remove dates from Discover articles and Microsoft's efforts to thwart AI prompt injection attacks. Meanwhile, both Google Ads and Microsoft Advertising are refining their ad interfaces, introducing new authorization requirements and updated shopping carousel designs.

Daily Search Forum Recap: February 24, 2026

This is a daily recap of discussions and news from the search engine community on February 24, 2026. (Search Engine Roundtable)

Microsoft Thwarts AI Prompt Injection Attacks Aimed To Manipulate AI Engines

Microsoft has blocked spammers from using AI summary buttons to manipulate its Copilot AI. (Search Engine Roundtable)

Google Ads Support Form Requires You To Authorize Google To Make Changes

Google now requires advertisers to authorize its support staff to directly modify their accounts when contacting help. (Search Engine Roundtable)

Microsoft Advertising Tests Shopping Carousel With Multiple Images Toggle

Microsoft Advertising is testing a new shopping ad carousel that allows a single product card to display multiple images. (Search Engine Roundtable)

Google Tests Removing Dates From Articles In Discover Feed

Google is testing whether removing dates from articles in its Discover feed affects user engagement. (Search Engine Roundtable)

Bing Updates Shopping Ads Design

Microsoft Advertising is testing a wider, more screen-filling design for Bing shopping ads. (Search Engine Roundtable)