Meta's AI Models, Yelp's $300M Acquisition, and Decagon AI's $4.5B Valuation - Sales & Marketing AI Weekly #39

January 30, 2026 - Sales & Marketing AI Weekly
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This week, we have several exciting developments in the AI sales and marketing landscape. Intelligent Lending Group has partnered with Adclear to enhance AI marketing compliance, while GIGR has successfully raised $5.4 million to further develop its AI marketing tools. In a significant acquisition, Yelp is set to acquire AI startup Hatch for $300 million, aiming to bolster its AI capabilities.

Additionally, Meta has announced plans to launch new AI models and commerce tools by 2026, and PVH Corp. is collaborating with OpenAI to refine its brand strategy. Meanwhile, Decagon AI has secured a massive $250 million investment, bringing its valuation to $4.5 billion. These stories highlight the ongoing integration of AI in sales and marketing, promising innovative solutions and strategic advancements.
Intelligent Lending Group Partners with Adclear for AI Compliance
The Intelligent Lending Group has partnered with Adclear to enhance marketing compliance using AI technology, aiming to streamline the review process and ensure regulatory adherence in the UK. Read more
GIGR Raises $5.4M for AI Marketing Development
San Francisco-based startup GIGR, known as Playad, has secured $5.4 million in pre-seed funding to advance AI marketing agents for advertising creatives. The funding was led by BRV Capital Management and Mirae Asset Venture Investment. Read more
FADEL Introduces AI Solution for Brand Compliance
On January 22, 2026, FADEL announced the launch of FADEL AIVA™, an AI technology designed to enhance brand compliance and licensing operations by automating complex workflows. Read more
Yelp to Acquire AI Startup Hatch for $300 Million
Yelp Inc. has announced its agreement to acquire the AI lead management startup Hatch for up to $300 million. The acquisition aims to enhance Yelp's AI capabilities and support service businesses in their growth. Read more
Risotto Secures $10M for AI Ticketing Systems
Startup Risotto has raised $10 million in seed funding to enhance AI-driven help desk ticketing systems, aiming to automate and simplify ticket resolution processes. Read more
Meta to Launch AI Models and Commerce Tools by 2026
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced plans to roll out new AI models and commerce tools, leveraging the company's data access to improve user experience. This announcement was made alongside Meta's quarterly earnings report, which noted increased infrastructure spending for 2026. Read more
PVH Corp. Collaborates with OpenAI for Brand Strategy
PVH Corp. has announced a collaboration with OpenAI to enhance its brand-building strategy, focusing on integrating AI into operations for brands like Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER. Read more
Decagon AI Secures $250 Million, Valuation Hits $4.5 Billion
Decagon AI Inc., a startup focused on AI-driven customer support, has raised $250 million in a funding round, boosting its valuation to $4.5 billion. The round was led by Coatue Management and Index Ventures. Read more
Limy Raises $10M to Boost AI Brand Engagement
On January 28, 2026, Limy announced securing $10 million in funding to enhance AI-driven brand engagement in the Agentic Web, with backing from Flybridge and a16z speedrun. Read more
Farmmi Launches AI-Focused U.S. Subsidiary
Farmmi, Inc. has launched a new U.S. subsidiary, Bluesage Marketing Inc., to provide AI-driven digital marketing solutions, marking a strategic shift in their business focus. Read more
Ruder Finn Acquires Missouri Creative
Ruder Finn has acquired Missouri Creative, a UK-based agency, to enhance its AI-enabled brand experience capabilities through its Studio53 platform. Read more
Way Introduces AI Ecosystem for Brand Engagement
Way has launched an AI-powered experiential ecosystem designed to enhance brand engagement and loyalty. The platform includes tools like Curation Lab, Loyalty Sync, and Partner Exchange to support brand partnerships and create new revenue opportunities. Read more
Qvinci and Pacer Partner for Business Growth
Qvinci Software has partnered with Pacer to enhance growth for multi-location businesses by integrating financial and project management tools. Read more
Consensus and Gong Partner for AI-Driven Sales Demos
Consensus has partnered with Gong to integrate personalized demos into sales workflows. This collaboration aims to streamline sales and presales efforts by enabling sellers to create and share Consensus DemoBoards within Gong Engage. Read more
AllsWell and LEAP GEO Partner for AI Brand Growth
At the 2026 CES, AllsWell and LEAP GEO announced a partnership to help brands transition to measurable growth in AI citations and recommendations. Read more

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