APPLE MAPS PAID SEARCH ADS COULD TRANSFORM LOCAL BUSINESS MARKETING

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Apple is reportedly evaluating paid search ads in Apple Maps, giving brands a new way to appear at the top of local search results. With over 100M US users, Apple could challenge Google's dominance in local search advertising while maintaining its privacy-focused approach. This move would enable businesses to bid on keywords like “coffee near me” and potentially offer exclusive deals.