Episode

Google Just Rewrote Search. Here’s What the May 2026 Core Update Means for Your Brand

Podcast
Answer Engine Optimization (AEO): The AI Search Podcast
Published
Jun 20, 2026
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563
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Summary

The May 2026 Google core update is accelerating the shift from SEO to GEO. We break down what happened, how it works, and what brands must do now.