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Misinterpretations of Google Trends data, especially from small regions or unusual search terms, have fueled conspiracy theories about the Bondi attack, but such spikes are often due to statistical noise and do not indicate actual events or intentions. Proper understanding of Google Trends shows that the data are normalized and scaled, not direct search counts, making these theories unfounded.
Following Donald Trump's election win, there was a significant increase in online searches by Americans considering moving abroad, particularly to Canada. A survey revealed that while 21% of Americans expressed interest in relocating if their preferred candidate lost, only a small fraction were likely to follow through. The primary motivations for considering a move included cultural differences, job opportunities, and healthcare. Despite the initial surge in interest, the sentiment was largely driven by frustration rather than genuine intent to emigrate.
Bitcoin's price has dropped to a five-week low of $63,700 amid a historic level of negative sentiment, with indicators showing extreme fear and disinterest among traders. Despite this, some analysts suggest that whale accumulation and trader fatigue could lead to a price bounce. Google Trends data also indicates a decline in retail search interest for Bitcoin, and significant outflows from U.S.-listed Bitcoin ETFs have been observed.
Google searches for "Bitcoin halving" have reached an all-time high, surpassing the previous record set during the last halving in May 2020. The surge in interest comes as the fourth Bitcoin halving, which will cut the block reward to miners in half, approaches. This event is notable due to the resurging interest in Bitcoin, the onshoring of the U.S. mining industry, and the recent launch of spot bitcoin ETFs. The increased search interest reflects a growing awareness and education about Bitcoin, with the term even surpassing the popular "420" meme in search frequency.
Google searches for "eyes hurt" spiked following the total solar eclipse in the U.S. as people sought information about their eye pain, likely due to staring at the sun without protective glasses. The spike in searches occurred around the time the moon started to pass between the Earth and the sun, and related searches included inquiries about looking at the sun and experiencing pain during the eclipse. The next total solar eclipse in the U.S. is expected in 2044.
Solana's SOL led gains in the cryptocurrency market, with Ethereum ecosystem and layer-2 tokens also experiencing significant jumps as Franklin Templeton filed plans for a spot ether ETF. Despite Bitcoin briefly crossing the $50,000 mark and sparking renewed bullish sentiment, Google search interest for Bitcoin remained at an all-time low, suggesting low retail interest in the topic. The CoinDesk 20 index of the twenty biggest tokens rose 4%, and market observers caution that price retracements in the short-to-medium terms could still be on the cards.
Google Trends shared the most uniquely searched dips in every state, with buffalo chicken dip being the top choice in 16 states and spinach and artichoke dip dominating in nine states. Tortilla chips are the preferred accompaniment for Super Bowl dips, and Instacart reported that tortilla chips are the No. 1 snack during the week of the Super Bowl. Google's Super Bowl data also included the most searched big game recipes and drinks, with expected fare like chili and sliders, along with cocktails like the Manhattan and Sex on the Beach.
Google created maps showing the most popular Super Bowl foods in every state, with buffalo chicken dip being a favorite across the Northeast, while crab dip and smoked salmon dip were popular in Maryland, Virginia, and Alaska, respectively. Chicken wings, particularly hot wings, were a hit in the Southeast, while cauliflower wings and baked wings were popular in Montana, Colorado, Wisconsin, Illinois, Oregon, and Delaware. Additionally, Google Trends released the most-searched Super Bowl recipes, including shrimp scampi, chili, meatloaf, meatball, and sliders, as well as the most-searched Super Bowl drinks, such as Manhattan, Shirley Temple, and Cosmopolitan.
Google Trends has created a map showcasing the most-searched Christmas cookies in each state. Surprisingly, Italian Christmas cookies were the top choice in several states, while peanut butter blossoms dominated in others. Red velvet cookies were popular in Kansas, Illinois, and Kentucky, and Alabama stood out with its preference for fruitcake cookies. However, the classic chocolate chip cookie seemed to be missing from the list.
Interest in spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is growing among retail investors, as indicated by a surge in Google searches for "spot Bitcoin ETF" and "Bitcoin ETF." The search value for "spot Bitcoin ETF" is on track to reach its peak value of 100 this week, while the value for "Bitcoin ETF" has risen to 39, the highest since the launch of ProShares' futures-based ETF two years ago. Market participants anticipate that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will approve a spot Bitcoin ETF early next year, leading to increased liquidity and mainstream adoption of Bitcoin.
As Google celebrates its 25th anniversary, Al Jazeera visualizes the most popular global search terms throughout the years. Google's search engine, initially developed by Larry Page and Sergey Brin, quickly became the most popular due to its innovative PageRank algorithm. With a global market share of about 92 percent, Google has become an integral part of our daily lives. The top searched categories include people/celebrities/politicians, technology products, sports events, disasters/accidents, and movies/TV shows/songs.
BBQ chicken is the most searched food for grilling in the US, according to Google Trends data. While ribs are the top choice in five states, the rest of the nation prefers a variety of meats. The top 10 most searched BBQ foods include ribs, pork chops, meatballs, shrimp, pulled pork, brisket, baked beans, salmon, and meatloaf. As for "how to grill" food, vegetables like asparagus and corn are popular in 16 states, while homemade BBQ sauce is the most searched type in 34 states.
Online interest in cryptocurrency has fallen to late 2020 levels, with Google searches for "crypto" and other common terms dropping significantly since May 2021. The fall in interest coincides with lower trading volumes on exchanges, which reached a 32-month low last month. Market sentiment is currently in the "Neutral" zone, according to Alternative's Crypto Fear & Greed Index. However, search volumes for "decentralized finance" and "defi" have increased, while Nigeria holds the highest score for most crypto-related searches.
Nvidia has become the fifth US company to achieve a market capitalization of over $1tn, following a 35% rally over the past two weeks driven by a boom in artificial intelligence (AI). Other AI-related companies have also seen a surge in their share prices, including Advanced Micro Devices, Broadcom, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, and Micron Technology. Google Trends data shows that AI has become the hottest investing theme, surpassing Bitcoin, Ukraine, inflation, and electric cars in terms of search interest.
Elon Musk claimed Ron DeSantis' glitchy presidential announcement on Twitter Spaces was "the top story on Earth" on Wednesday, but the death of Tina Turner received far more coverage in global media. Most major newspapers did not feature DeSantis on their front pages, and Google Trends showed little interest in his announcement. While DeSantis may have had a large audience on Twitter Spaces, it is unlikely that it was the biggest story in the world on the day of Turner's death.