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The Neural Pivot: Google's 2026 Content Vetting
The days of "SEO Writing" are officially over. In 2026, Google's Helpful Content Update (HCU) has evolved into real-time evaluation of user satisfaction.
1. The "Information Gain" Metric
Google now measures how much new information your page provides compared to existing indexed content. Unique perspectives and proprietary data are now mandatory.
2. Implementation: The "Helpful" Audit
Purge the 2024 bloat, add expert attribution, and ensure every article contains "Experience Tokens"—first-hand accounts that AI cannot replicate.