Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) are unlocking new possibilities for technology companies to address the needs of consumers and businesses faster than ever before—from large language models (LLMs) that quickly parse and analyze large datasets, to machine learning algorithms that help businesses optimize processes and build valuable experiences for their users. For years, Yelp has […]| Yelp - Official Blog
Yelp’s mission is to connect consumers with great local businesses by giving them access to reliable and useful information. Consumer trust is one of our top priorities, which is why Yelp has extensive Trust & Safety measures that utilize advanced technology and human moderation to protect the integrity and quality of content on our platform. […]| Yelp - Official Blog
In a world where access to information can feel endless, online reviews have changed how we shop, dine and make important spending decisions. However, the reliability of information on the web is often questionable. As new rules are being proposed to create civil penalties for fake reviews and testimonials, it’s imperative for platforms to take […]| Yelp - Official Blog
Yelp is introducing more than 20 new updates that enhance the Yelp experience for our community of consumers and business owners, including: Reflecting back on 2023, we released more than 35 new features that bring more value to all of our users – from leveraging large language models (LLMs) and other updates that ease decision […]| Yelp - Official Blog
At Yelp, we understand the significant influence online reviews have on people’s purchasing decisions, which is why we take extensive measures to maintain reliable and helpful content on our platform, putting consumer trust at the center of everything we do. To further understand what makes online reviews helpful and trustworthy, we partnered with YouGov to […]| Yelp - Official Blog
In this end-of-year release we’re introducing: This year, Yelp celebrated 20 years! From our first review to hundreds of millions of contributions, we’ve grown with our community, always keeping the same mission in mind: helping you connect with great local businesses, whether it’s discovering your new favorite restaurant or finding a service pro who can […]| Yelp - Official Blog
This week marks a historic turning point in the fight for fair competition. U.S. District Court Judge Amit Mehta’s landmark decision in U.S. v. Google has unequivocally found that Google willfully used illegal means to maintain its monopoly in the general search market. For over a decade, we’ve been advocating for legislators and enforcers to […]| Yelp - Official Blog
At Yelp, we remain committed to connecting people with businesses that best address their individual needs and preferences. This includes introducing eco-friendly attributes for those looking to patronize establishments that prioritize sustainability, as well as enabling businesses to indicate if they’re Open to All or if they have gender-neutral restrooms, which are important for consumers […]| Yelp - Official Blog
As record-breaking heat, “arctic blasts,” severe storms, and wildfires make headlines, millions of Americans are adapting to extreme weather by taking steps to protect their homes from the elements. To help people prepare for whatever Mother Nature may bring, we’re releasing our first-ever Weather Report. Examining Yelp data on consumer searches for flooding, fire protection, […]| Yelp - Official Blog
It’s undeniable that Google has a monopoly over general search, with a market share on the order of 88% in the United States (and even higher in some other countries). As the US DOJ and allied states made their detailed case in court last fall, Google’s anticompetitive actions to maintain this monopoly became glaringly evident. […]| Yelp - Official Blog
In this Spring Release we’re introducing: As Yelp approaches 20 years of connecting you with great local businesses, we’re continuously innovating to enrich your experience, whether you’re planning your next home project or looking for the perfect dining spot. What began as a review site that millions of people relied on for finding great restaurants […]| Yelp - Official Blog
Europe’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), which aims to “make the markets in the digital sector fairer and more contestable” comes into effect on March 6. In anticipation of this deadline a number of designated “gatekeepers” have begun to signal their putative compliance plans in various forms, including public statements, workshops, and even pushing changes live […]| Yelp - Official Blog
