How Much Demand Is There for Open Search?

Yahoo's Build your Own Search Service, otherwise known as "BOSS," is described by Yahoo as "a truly open API with as few rules and limitations as possible. It is designed to allow developers to build search solutions that "can compete head-to-head with the principals in the search industry."

Online Holiday Spending Up 9 Percent

Online holiday spending has now reached the same levels as last year thanks to Cyber Monday and the corresponding Tuesday, according to comScore.For the holiday season through December 5, $14.92 billion has been spent online, about the same amount compared to the same period last year.

Google’s Ads Per Keyword Output In High Gear

While interpretations of its activity may vary, a new report indicates that Google's been inarguably busy.  On an international level, the search giant's ramped things up in a somewhat unprecedented manner, tossing out roughly 38 percent more ads per keyword in November than either Yahoo or Microsoft.

Gmail Stickers – Fun, Branding, Or A Little of Both?

Google has decided it would be a good idea to give away Gmail stickers. Some might ask "Why would I want Gmail stickers?" But others are certainly enthused about the idea. You can simply browse the comments on a site like GeekSugar to get that impression.

Is Google Search Ranking Dead?

Is the traditional Google search ranking system becoming obsolete? The evolution of search, challenges faced, and how businesses are adapting.