The Cheeky Monkey Media Blog

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Google Set to Roll Out New AI Functions to Enhance Your Google Maps Experience

March 11, 2024 / Google Set to Roll Out New AI Functions to Enhance Your Google Maps Experience

Google Maps is set to roll out several AI-powered features. These innovations will ensure a better experience for Google Maps users. The changes are also geared towards enhancing route planning. It will help users find new places to explore and activit…
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Get To Know The Ladies of CMM

March 8, 2024 / Ashley Olsen

As National Women’s Day swings back around, we’re celebrating the wonderful monkettes who help to put the “Cheeky” in Cheeky Monkey Media. From herding all the monkeys, to flinging pixels across a screen, and sealing deals with a smile, these ladies he…
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Google Rolls Out New Search Themes for Performance Max

March 4, 2024 / Google Rolls Out New Search Themes for Performance Max

Google is strengthening its Performance Max campaigns with Search Themes. The new feature is giving advertisers more control over AI-driven campaigns. The company says this will help capture more relevant traffic. Advertisers will have the means to off…
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Emerging Trends and Technologies in Web Accessibility: Navigating the Future Landscape

March 1, 2024 / Ashley Olsen

Web accessibility is all about making sure that websites, tools, and technologies are accessible and usable for people with disabilities. In a world where technology continually evolves and inclusivity becomes more globally emphasized, the field of web…
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Google Set to Say Goodbye to Its Crawl Rate Tool in 2024

February 27, 2024 / Google Set to Say Goodbye to Its Crawl Rate Tool in 2024

Google’s crawl rate limiter tool is set to become obsolete on January 8, 2024. The search engine will be removing the tool in increments from the Google Search Console. Google has improved its crawling logic to such a degree the tool isn’t useful anymo…
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What You Should Know About Social Media Brand Marketing

February 27, 2024 / What You Should Know About Social Media Brand Marketing

A strong brand is necessary if you want your business to succeed. If done right, the mere mention of your brand’s name will evoke a positive response from a consumer. Think of how people react to brands like Louis Vuitton or Porsche. Even those who nev…
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Google Gearing Up to Change Its Video Publisher Policies in 2024

February 23, 2024 / Google Gearing Up to Change Its Video Publisher Policies in 2024

There are plans for Google to update its Video publisher policy in April 2024. The changes will impact all video inventory monetized using the company’s ad code. It covers AdSense, AdMob, and Ad Manager. This falls under Google’s Publisher Policies. Th…
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Web Accessibility: The Imperative for Businesses to Invest in Inclusivity

February 22, 2024 / Ashley Olsen

Web accessibility is an essential element of contemporary website design, ensuring that people with disabilities have unimpeded access to online information and functionality. It’s about crafting websites and digital tools in a way that accommodates us…
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Increase in Discover Traffic Expected as Google Fixes Core Update Bug

February 19, 2024 / Increase in Discover Traffic Expected as Google Fixes Core Update Bug

A bug with the October Google core update is already fixed. Sites can expect to see more Discover traffic. The company confirmed the Google Discover traffic was due to a bug. The core update rolled out on October 5. It focused on Google’s main search a…
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What is Drupal and Other Things to Know About This System

February 16, 2024 / What is Drupal and Other Things to Know About This System

Designing and developing a website is as challenging as it is satisfying. So is managing websites or creating digital content for them. Most web developers and creators are up for the challenge. But tools that will make their lives easier are always we…
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My Experience: Working with Souls Grown Deep

February 15, 2024 / Ashley Olsen

Souls Grown Deep is a true and prominent advocate in the black community, inspiring the inclusion of Black Artists from the South in the canon of American Art History. Working alongside Scott since 2016 has been nothing short of a true collaboration be…
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Common Website Health Issues: Speed, Performance, and Optimization Strategies

February 9, 2024 / Ashley Olsen

Website performance and speed are key determinants of success in the digital realm. They significantly influence user experience and are crucial in retaining visitors. In e-commerce, the stakes are particularly high, as slow-loading pages or unresponsi…
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