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Europe’s Lufthansa Airline Group Launches NFT Loyalty Program
Lufthansa Group, the second largest airline fleet in Europe, just announced its NFT-infused loyalty program. It will allow passengers to scan their boarding pass in the Uptrip mobile app and exchange it for NFT trading cards to unlock airline miles, business vouchers, and other travel rewards. Powered by Polygon’s proof-of-stake (PoS) blockchain protocol, the new program is the brainchild of Lufthansa’s digital innovation unit, Lufthansa Innovation Hub, and its frequent flyer program, Miles & More. Since its soft launch in spring 2023, Uptrip has experienced 20,000+ registered users with over 200,000 NFT trading cards issued. According to the August 31 […]
U.S. Court Dismisses Uniswap Lawsuit, Calls ETH & Bitcoin Commodities
The perplexing debate as to whether or not a digital asset is considered to be a “security” or a “commodity” continues to frustrate U.S. regulators and industry participants, as we aren’t getting much closer to understanding what criteria truly distinguish them. But now, things just got interesting with respect to the role developers and smart contracts play in a securities class-action lawsuit. In a “case of first impression,” New York District Judge Katherine P. Failla addressed whether the developers and investors in the Uniswap Protocol crypto exchange platform were subject to various provisions of our current federal securities laws. The […]
Generative AI And SEO Strategy: Getting The Most Out Of Your Tools via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern
The State of Search report unveils SEO pros’ take on generative AI impact. Here are the key takeaways to know for the future of SEO. The post Generative AI And SEO Strategy: Getting The Most Out Of Your Tools appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Google’s Experimental Feature Makes Webpages Faster via @sejournal, @martinibuster
Google’s experimental feature, available in Chrome right now, makes webpages load faster than ever The post Google’s Experimental Feature Makes Webpages Faster appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Google Adds More Links In SGE’s AI-Generated Summaries via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern
Google is enhancing SGE with more webpage links in summaries, and expanding availability to India and Japan. The post Google Adds More Links In SGE’s AI-Generated Summaries appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
YouTube Lowers Barriers To Join Partner Program In More Countries via @sejournal, @MattGSouthern
YouTube makes its Partner Program accessible to more creators globally with lower subscriber thresholds. The post YouTube Lowers Barriers To Join Partner Program In More Countries appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
The State Of SEO 2024: Disruptions And Opportunities – Ep. 320 via @sejournal, @lorenbaker
Wisdom from 3,890 Professionals in the Field Using data gathered from 3,890 SEO professionals for our annual State of SEO report, we’re ready to give you new insights on the disruptive factors in the industry. From the rise of generative AI to shifting content trends, there are many opportunities to use these new disruptions to your advantage and stay ahead in such a competitive time. Ben Steele, senior editor at Search Engine Journal, joined me on this SEJ Show to break down the three significant disruptions in the SEO world and the opportunities they present. We examined the process behind […]
31 Google Search Statistics to Bookmark ASAP
Google owns just a bit more than 92% of the global search engine market, which means it is a significant driver of how people look for, and find, information on the internet. In this post, discover key Google search statistics that will help you understand more about how search words, search trends, and how Google search adapts to changing technologies. Table of Contents How many people use Google? How many Google searches per day? Top Google Search Statistics 2023 How To Find Trending Searches Google’s nearest competitor, Bing, only holds 2.9% of market share, while Yahoo accounts for 1.1%. The […]
AI Ranks Among the Top Percentile in Creative Thought
Of all the forms of human intellect that one might expect artificial intelligence to emulate, few people would likely place creativity at the top of their list. Creativity is wonderfully mysterious – and frustratingly fleeting. It defines us as human beings – and seemingly defies the cold logic that lies behind the silicon curtain of machines. Yet, the use of AI for creative endeavors is now growing. New AI tools like DALL-E and Midjourney are increasingly part of creative production, and some have started to win awards for their creative output. The growing impact is both social and economic – as […]