Google changes spam-site policy to address EU concerns (update*)
By Lewis Crofts ( August 28, 2026, 05:00 GMT | Insight) -- Google will change the way it enforces spam policies in response to EU concerns over the fair treatment of sites and search rankings. The search giant said it was concerned about “weakening” its Site Reputation Policy, but its changes came after talks with the European Commission and will apply to users in Europe.Google will change the way it enforces spam policies in response to EU concerns over the fair treatment of sites and search rankings....
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