Google launched AdWords Express in the U.S. during the quarter, allowing advertisers to provide basic information, while the platform automates keywords and bids. The move supports the increase of aggregate paid-search clicks from ads served on Google sites and the sites of AdSense partners that Google announced during its Q3 earnings call Thursday.

via MediaPost Publications Google Clicks Rise 28% On $9.7 Billion In Revenue 14/10/2011.