AI
Ep. 28 Peers into the Future of Drone Deliveries and SMB Automation
In Episode 28 of Localogy’s This Week in Local podcast, Localogy analysts Mike Boland and Charles Laughlin explore some exciting trends in local, with a
AI
Ep. 27 Maps Intersection of AI & Websites with Newfold CEO Sharon Rowlands
Episode 27 of Localogy’s This Week in Local podcast features an engaging conversation on how AI is driving the website creation business forward with Sharon
Duda
How to Do Popups Right: Q&A with Duda
One area of digital marketing is popup marketing. Because this art lies within the domain of websites, it’s become part of the bundle from top website builders. One exemplar is Duda. We distill insights from co-founder & CEO Itai Sadan.
AI
Web.com Integrates AI Where It Matters
Web.com today becomes the latest company to integrate AI into its workflows. This includes an AI domain name generator and an AI writer for website copy – both meant to help SMBs in some of the most onerous parts of website-building.
Google
Wix Dives Deeper into Search Marketing
Wix is boosting its bundle. Its recently-launched ‘Google Ads with Wix’ lets its website customers create Google search ad campaigns, right within the Wix platform.
Newfold Digital
Web.com Launches SMB Appointment Scheduler
Web.com has launched a new SMB appointment scheduling tool. Known as MySchedulr, it streamlines the process of booking and managing appointments for appointment-based SMBs like home services and salons.
Pro Features
Yext Expands Its Stack with No-Code Page Builder
Yext this week has made another power move by launching a no-code page builder. This effectively deepens Yext’s presence in the website builder competitive space and makes its next move into adjacent features.
Duda
Website Builder Duda Integrates WooRank SEO App for Digital Agencies
Website-builder platform Duda has forged a partnership with Bridgeline to integrate the WooRank SEO auditing app into its platform. This announcement fits into Duda’s overall
Pro Features
Newfold Digital Beefs Up Domain Management with MarkMonitor
Ever-expanding website services giant Newfold Digital announced a definitive agreement to acquire domain management player MarkMonitor for $302.5 million. The deal is subject to close in Q4, subject to regulatory approval.
Newfold Digital
Bluehost Launches eCommerce Tool for SMBs
Bluehost announced a tool that will help SMBs manage their online stores. Known as Online Store, it boasts the ability to get up and running quickly including storefronts, product pages and payment processing.
partnerships
Legal Zoom Integration Gives Wix Access to SMBs on Day One
Wix continues to nail down partnerships with platforms that aggregate massive numbers of small businesses. Last year we wrote about Wix’s deal with on-demand printing
eCommerce
Web.com Doubles Down on eCommerce
Web.com today announced a new eCommerce platform meant to give SMBs a single source to manage online sales as a component of their overall website mix. This represents an ongoing trend to expand web service bundles to all corners of online presence and promotion.
eCommerce
Wix Gets Its Wish for Expanded eCommerce
Wix has taken its latest step towards eCommerce with a new partnership with Wish. The mobile eCommerce platform lets Wix offer website customers greater reach and distribution for their online stores. We examine drivers & dynamics.
eCommerce
Newfold Digital Continues Power Play: Acquires YITH
After Newfold Digital acquired Deluxe’s Australia operations last week, it announces today that it’s acquiring eCommerce player YITH. We examine the strategic drivers & dynamics.
M&A
Newfold Digital Goes Down Under for Deluxe’s Australia Web Hosting Business
Website services giant Newfold Digital announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Deluxe’s Australia web hosting operations. We examine drivers & dynamics.
Payments
GoDaddy Follows Apple into Mobile POS
The company announced it will expand its existing in-person payment features to let users essentially turn their smartphones into payment terminals. This will utilize QR codes to signal transaction details from one phone to another.
Duda
Duda Launches New Portal for Web Pros
Website builder Duda announced today that it has launched a new community portal for web pros named, logically enough, Duda Community. Duda describes the hub
M&A
The Latest Website-World M&A: GoDaddy to Acquire Pagely
GoDaddy’s has entered an agreement to acquire Pagely for an undisclosed amount. The deal is driven by GoDaddy’s continued interest in developing eCommerce as a core function of its expanding website services. We examine.
Acquisitions
Duda Doubles Down on eCommerce with Snipcart Acquisition
Back in June, we reported on Duda’s $50 million Series D round. The company intended to put the money to use in all the usual
Newfold Digital
Newfold Digital Acquires SEO Powerhouse, Yoast
Newfold Digital’s power play continues. After coming out of the gate strong with a mega-rollup of web hosting and online marketing companies, its latest news comes with Thursday’s acquisition of popular WordPress SEO Plugin Yoast.