Amazon AWS Backs Gaxos.ai, AI Dominates Super Bowl Ads, and ActiveCampaign's New Acquisition - Sales & Marketing AI Weekly #41

February 13, 2026 - Sales & Marketing AI Weekly
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This week, we're highlighting some significant developments in the AI sales and marketing landscape. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is backing Gaxos.ai in developing an AI-powered sales coaching platform, aiming to enhance sales technology with features like live call transcription and automated coaching intelligence. Meanwhile, the 2026 Super Bowl ads prominently featured AI technology, with companies like Svedka and Anthropic showcasing innovative AI-generated content.

In other news, ActiveCampaign has acquired Feedback Intelligence to bolster its Active Intelligence platform, focusing on transforming conversational data into actionable insights. Orange Slice has secured $5.3 million in seed funding to develop AI-driven sales tools, and Turnstile has launched an AI-driven quote-to-cash platform with $29 million in funding. Additionally, OpenAI is testing ads in its ChatGPT service for Free and Go users, marking a new phase in AI monetization strategies.
Amazon AWS Funds Gaxos.ai AI Sales Platform
Amazon Web Services is funding the development of Gaxos.ai's AI sales coaching platform, with Caylent as the development partner. The project aims to create a scalable, AWS-native infrastructure with features like live call transcription and automated coaching intelligence. Read more
AI Takes Center Stage in 2026 Super Bowl Ads
The 2026 Super Bowl ads prominently featured AI technology, with Svedka and Anthropic leading the charge. Svedka introduced the first AI-generated national Super Bowl ad, while Anthropic humorously critiqued OpenAI's advertising plans. Read more
ActiveCampaign Acquires Feedback Intelligence
ActiveCampaign has acquired the AI startup Feedback Intelligence to enhance its Active Intelligence platform. This acquisition aims to improve the platform's ability to convert conversational data into actionable insights. Read more
Orange Slice Secures $5.3M Seed Funding for AI Sales Tools
Orange Slice, co-founded by Vihaar Nandigala and Kishan Sripada, has raised $5.3 million in seed funding to enhance its AI-driven sales tools. The funding will be used to expand their engineering team. Read more
Turnstile Secures $29M for AI Quote-to-Cash Platform
Turnstile has secured $29 million in funding to launch its AI-driven quote-to-cash platform for B2B SaaS companies, aiming to simplify revenue automation and streamline operations. Read more
OpenAI Tests Ads in ChatGPT for Free and Go Users
OpenAI has started testing advertisements for users on its Free and Go subscription tiers in the U.S., with the Go plan priced at $8 per month. The company assures that ads will not affect AI responses and will be clearly labeled. Read more
BCG and ElevenLabs Partner for Conversational Agents
Boston Consulting Group and ElevenLabs have announced a strategic partnership to create enterprise-grade conversational agents. This collaboration aims to improve customer interactions by combining BCG's strategy expertise with ElevenLabs' advanced capabilities. Read more
Tactful AI Raises $1 Million for AI Platform
Tactful AI has secured $1 million in pre-Series A funding to enhance its AI-driven customer experience platform in Egypt. The investment will aid in expanding within Egypt, exploring new EMEA markets, and boosting research and development. Read more
FMG Appoints Matt Newman as Chief Revenue Officer
FMG has appointed Matt Newman as Chief Revenue Officer to lead Sales, Customer Success, and Revenue Operations, aiming to enhance AI-driven growth strategies. Read more
Aligned Launches AI Deal Workspace
Aligned has introduced an AI-powered Deal Workspace aimed at improving sales execution. This new tool is designed to streamline the sales process and enhance collaboration among sales teams. Read more
Uber Eats Introduces AI 'Cart Assistant'
Uber Eats has launched a new AI feature called 'Cart Assistant' to help users create grocery carts by inputting a list or uploading an image. The assistant also offers personalized suggestions based on past orders. Read more
Winn.AI Secures $18 Million for AI Sales Platform
Winn.AI, an Israeli startup, has raised $18 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI platform that aids sales teams in real-time. The funding will support U.S. market expansion and team growth in Israel. Read more
Adyen Introduces AI Tool 'Personalize' for Payment Optimization
Adyen has launched 'Personalize', an AI-driven tool designed to customize payment pages in real-time, enhancing conversion rates and reducing transaction costs for businesses. Read more
Newo.ai Raises $25 Million to Boost Voice AI for SMBs
San Francisco-based startup Newo.ai has secured $25 million in Series A funding to enhance front-desk operations for small and medium-sized businesses using voice AI technology. Read more
Wesfarmers and Microsoft Partner for AI Initiatives
Wesfarmers and Microsoft have announced a multi-year strategic partnership to enhance AI initiatives in Australia and New Zealand. The collaboration aims to leverage Microsoft's AI, data, and cloud technologies to boost productivity and operational efficiency across Wesfarmers' businesses. Read more
ZeroToOne.AI and Horizon Media Form AI Partnership
On February 9, 2026, ZeroToOne.AI and Horizon Media announced a partnership to integrate advanced AI into HorizonOS, aiming to enhance predictive marketing intelligence. Read more
HotelWorld AI Launches Leo for Hotel Marketing
HotelWorld AI has introduced Leo, an AI marketing agent designed to boost hotel visibility and competitiveness in the market. The launch highlights the role of AI in enhancing guest experiences and increasing direct bookings. Read more
Darkroom Appoints Peter Gao as SVP of Growth
Darkroom has appointed Peter Gao as Senior Vice President of Growth to enhance its AI-driven marketing strategies. Gao brings extensive experience from his previous role at Rokt. Read more
Monaco AI Sales Startup Launched by Former VC
Sam Blond, previously a VC at Founders Fund, has launched a new AI sales startup called Monaco to compete with Salesforce. The startup, co-founded with his brother and partners, has raised $35 million and is in public beta. Read more
Highspot and Seismic Announce Merger
Highspot and Seismic have agreed to merge their platforms, aiming to enhance performance for revenue teams through AI-driven innovations. Read more
DealsFlow Launches AI CRM and Social Media Platform
DealsFlow has introduced an AI-driven CRM and social media automation platform aimed at small and medium-sized businesses. The platform integrates tools for managing customer communication, social media operations, and lead tracking into a single system, helping businesses streamline their operations. Read more
Doceree Promotes Kamya Elawadhi to Co-Founder & President
Doceree has announced the promotion of Kamya Elawadhi to Co-Founder and President, aiming to boost growth in AI healthcare marketing. Read more
RainFocus Unveils AI System for Event Marketing
On January 20, 2026, RainFocus announced the launch of RainFocus Nexus, a cloud-agnostic AI system aimed at enhancing decision-making and configurations in event marketing. Read more
Blue Moon Estate Sales Partners with AI App Valuable
Blue Moon Estate Sales has partnered with the AI app Valuable to enhance the estate sales process by improving inventory management and pricing through AI technology. Read more
Fullpath Introduces AI-Powered CRM for Automotive Sales
Fullpath has unveiled the Agentic CRM, a new system aimed at revolutionizing automotive sales through AI-driven shopper intelligence and automated lead engagement. The CRM is currently in Beta and will be showcased at the NADA Show in Las Vegas. Read more
Saltbox Mgmt Launches AI Platform for Salesforce Services
On January 21, 2026, Saltbox Mgmt introduced Saltbox.One (S1), an AI platform aimed at enhancing Salesforce service delivery. Read more
TikTok and Fabulate Partner for AI-Driven Content in APAC
TikTok has teamed up with Fabulate to incorporate AI tools into influencer marketing, enhancing content creation in the Asia-Pacific region. Read more
Pinterest Reports Higher Search Volume Than ChatGPT
Following a disappointing earnings report, Pinterest claims to have a higher search volume than ChatGPT, with 80 billion searches per month. Despite a growing user base, the company missed revenue expectations due to reduced advertiser spending and new tariffs. Read more

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