LinkedIn's AI Search, Alibaba's AI Mode, and Salesforce's Spindle AI Acquisition - Sales & Marketing AI Weekly #31
November 14, 2025 -
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LinkedIn has introduced an AI-powered search feature that allows users to find people using natural language queries, initially available to premium users in the U.S. Meanwhile, Alibaba.com announced the launch of 'AI Mode' at the CoCreate Europe event in London, aiming to enhance the B2B trade experience by integrating advanced AI capabilities into the platform.
Salesforce has acquired Spindle AI to enhance its Agentforce 360 platform with advanced analytics capabilities. In funding news, Agency has raised $20 million in Series A funding to advance its agentic AI technology, and 1mind has launched with $40 million in funding to enhance sales strategies using AI-driven 'Superhumans'.
Stay tuned for more updates on how AI is transforming the sales and marketing landscape!
Welcome to this week's edition of Sales & Marketing AI Weekly.
LinkedIn has introduced an AI-powered search feature that allows users to find people using natural language queries, initially available to premium users in the U.S. Meanwhile, Alibaba.com announced the launch of 'AI Mode' at the CoCreate Europe event in London, aiming to enhance the B2B trade experience by integrating advanced AI capabilities into the platform.
Salesforce has acquired Spindle AI to enhance its Agentforce 360 platform with advanced analytics capabilities. In funding news, Agency has raised $20 million in Series A funding to advance its agentic AI technology, and 1mind has launched with $40 million in funding to enhance sales strategies using AI-driven 'Superhumans'.
Stay tuned for more updates on how AI is transforming the sales and marketing landscape!
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Alibaba.com Introduces 'AI Mode' for B2B E-Commerce
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Salesforce Acquires Spindle AI for Analytics Enhancement
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Agency Secures $20M Series A for AI Development
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1mind Secures $40 Million for AI Sales Strategies
1mind has launched with $40 million in funding to enhance AI-driven sales strategies. The company aims to improve customer engagement and sales processes with its 'Superhumans' technology. Read more
Sitecore Unveils Sitecore Studio for AI Marketing
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24 Seven Acquires Markacy for AI and Marketing Expansion
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alby Reaches 20 Million Consumer Conversations with AI Agents
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Dealism Raises $15M for AI Sales Agent Launch
Singapore-based Dealism PTE. LTD. has secured $15 million in funding to launch its AI Sales Agent, which uses Vibe Selling to improve customer engagement and sales. The funding was led by GL Ventures with participation from HSG and Linear Capital. Read more
1Mind Raises $30M for AI Sales Agent
1Mind, co-founded by Amanda Kahlow, has secured $30 million in Series A funding to advance its AI sales agent, Mindy, aimed at improving inbound sales processes. Read more
YOOBIC Launches AI Enhancements for Retail Operations
YOOBIC has introduced its Fall 2025 Release, featuring major upgrades to its AI suite and user experience to boost retail operations. The new features include AI Content Creation, an improved AI Learning Lesson Builder, and a redesigned mobile interface. Read more
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