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In today’s digital landscape, collecting data has never been faster or easier. Every transaction, click, and product interaction feeds into a growing network of information that businesses are continuously capturing. Yet for many, this wealth of data remains untapped, sitting quietly in databases with the potential to transform how decisions are made.

The Shopify Winter Edition 2026 has arrived and this release is materially different from prior Editions. Rather than shipping isolated features, Shopify is clearly advancing a broader ambition: evolving from a commerce platform into a connected commerce network powered by native AI, distribution, and developer acceleration.
For agencies such as Webtmize operating at the intersection of ecommerce strategy, marketing execution, and technical delivery, this Edition introduces meaningful opportunities and new expectations from merchants across DTC, B2B, and enterprise segments.

Black Friday is no longer just a single shopping day—it’s a high-stakes, highly competitive period where e-commerce brands must use every advantage available to maximize sales. With Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) transforming the digital marketing landscape, agencies and e-commerce teams need to rethink how they approach PPC, SEO, and customer engagement this holiday season.

When the doors opened at BrightonSEO 2025 in San Diego, the energy in the room was undeniable. For years, the industry has been flooded with the same dramatic headline: “SEO is dead.”

The dynamic between AI and SEO has sparked quite a debate lately. Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Claude, and Perplexity are reshaping the digital content landscape.

On June 11, 2025, I had the opportunity to attend the Agency Leadership Circle with Google Canada, a gathering that brought together thought leaders from across the industry to reflect on the accelerating role of AI, not just as Artificial Intelligence, but as what Google was calling as Agency Intelligence at the event.

In a move that reinforces our commitment to delivering best-in-class ecommerce performance solutions, Webtmize is proud to announce an exclusive North American partnership with Highstreet.io — a trusted European leader in feed management technology.

This collaboration unlocks a powerful new offering for e-commerce brands in the U.S. and Canada, giving them access to enterprise-grade product feed management solutions fully integrated and supported by the Webtmize team. Whether you're advertising on Google Shopping, scaling your Meta campaigns, or syndicating products across marketplaces, this partnership puts unparalleled precision and automation within reach.

In an industry where technology evolves faster than ever, staying ahead isn’t optional; it’s essential. That’s why we continuously invest in artificial intelligence, data science, and cutting-edge marketing technology. From how we plan campaigns to optimizing, testing, and measuring success, we’re constantly pushing to make our work smarter, more efficient, and more impactful. For us, innovation means more than adopting the latest tools. It means using them to deliver meaningful results for our clients.

This year’s Google NewFront was a bold call to action: Rethink CTV. With Connected TV (CTV) continuing to redefine how audiences engage with video, Google showcased its leadership in reach, performance, and innovation—reminding advertisers why Display & Video 360 (DV360) remains a critical piece of the modern media mix.

Over the past few years, there’s been much talk about the “death of SEO.” With the rise of AI tools, voice search, and the increasing dominance of AI-generated answers in search engine results, it’s easy to see why people question whether traditional SEO still matters.

However, rumours about SEO’s demise have been greatly exaggerated. 
Let’s be very clear: SEO isn’t dead. It’s just evolving very quickly. In fact, in the age of AI, a smart, adaptable SEO strategy is more essential now than ever.