This week covers crucial updates for local businesses, including Google Maps potentially removing OpenTable reservations, the growing importance of Reddit for AI search citations, new AI Mode integrations allowing direct actions, the challenge of old negative content resurfacing via AI, and how to accurately track AI-driven traffic in GA4.

This Week’s Top Stories:

1. Did Google Maps Turn Off OpenTable Reservations?: Restaurants relying on OpenTable integration in Google Maps should immediately audit their Google Business Profiles and update with direct website booking links or alternative platforms if the feature is gone. Source
2. AI Search Cites  ...