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AI in Marketing

AI in Marketing

By: Stan Berteloot
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  • Kana's AI Marketing Tools, Google's Music Generation, AI Manipulation Risks, Meta's Political Push

    Kana's AI Marketing Tools, Google's Music Generation, AI Manipulation Risks, Meta's Political Push
    Feb 19 2026

    In this episode, we explore the latest developments in the tech world. San Francisco-based startup Kana has emerged from stealth with AI-powered marketing tools, raising $15 million in seed funding led by Mayfield. Co-founders Tom Chavez and Vivek Vaidya aim to meet the demand for advanced marketing solutions with a platform that integrates AI agents for various marketing tasks, emphasizing human oversight and flexibility.

    Google's Gemini app introduces a music-generation feature using DeepMind's Lyria 3 model, allowing users to create tracks based on descriptions and media uploads. This feature expands globally, offering improved realism and complexity, while addressing copyright concerns with a SynthID watermark.

    The BBC highlights the risks of AI chatbots spreading misinformation, as demonstrated by journalist Thomas Germain. This vulnerability raises concerns about AI's susceptibility to manipulation, affecting public safety and decision-making.

    In India, major manufacturers collaborate with global software leaders to enhance AI-driven design and manufacturing processes using NVIDIA's infrastructure. This initiative supports India's $134 billion investment in expanding manufacturing capabilities across various sectors.

    Meta launches a $65 million political campaign to influence AI legislation in Texas and Illinois, supporting politicians favorable to the AI industry. This effort aims to counteract inconsistent state regulations that could hinder AI development.

    Finally, a report by RationalFX reveals 30,700 job cuts in the global tech sector in early 2026, driven by a shift towards AI and automation. The United States leads with 24,600 layoffs, as companies focus on efficiency and productivity through automation.

    Stan Berteloot is a French-American journalist, marketing strategist, and AI expert based in Princeton, New Jersey. A University of Maryland journalism graduate, he navigates the intersection of storytelling, technology, and culture.

    As Head of Strategy and CTO at Nytro Marketing, he pioneered AI-driven content creation, launching the AI in Marketing podcast. He also hosts Back in America, a podcast exploring American identity through in-depth conversations on race, misinformation, and AI ethics.

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    Stan Berteloot is a French-American journalist, marketing strategist, and AI expert based in Princeton, New Jersey. A University of Maryland journalism graduate, he navigates the intersection of storytelling, technology, and culture. As Head of Strategy and CTO at Nytro Marketing, he pioneered AI-driven content creation, launching the AI in Marketing podcast. He also hosts Back in America, a podcast exploring American identity through in-depth conversations on race, misinformation, and AI ethics. Start your VoiceStream free trial today!

    📚 Sources:
    • https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/18/kana-emerges-from-stealth-with-15m-to-build-flexible-ai-agents-for-marketers/
    • https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/18/google-adds-music-generation-capabilities-to-the-gemini-app/
    • https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20260218-i-hacked-chatgpt-and-googles-ai-and-it-only-took-20-minutes
    • https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/india-global-industrial-software-leaders-manufacturers-ai/
    • https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/18/technology/meta-65-million-election-ai.html
    • https://punchng.com/tech-layoffs-hit-30700-amid-ai-shift/#google_vignette
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    9 mins
  • Alibaba's Qwen3.5 AI Launch, Infosys-Anthropic Partnership, and AI's B2B Marketing Shift

    Alibaba's Qwen3.5 AI Launch, Infosys-Anthropic Partnership, and AI's B2B Marketing Shift
    Feb 18 2026
    Welcome to the AI in Marketing podcast, where we explore the latest developments in artificial intelligence and its impact on various industries. First, Alibaba has launched its new AI model, Qwen3.5, to compete in China's AI sector. This model offers improved performance and cost efficiency, with native multimodal capabilities and support for open-source AI agents. Next, the Lunar New Year has become a key marketing opportunity for brands like Lush and Burberry, emphasizing authenticity and cultural relevance in their campaigns. Meanwhile, a forum for Homeland Security Investigations officers highlights concerns over ICE operations, with debates on deportation efforts and resource allocation. On a different note, the AI Impact Summit in Delhi focuses on the Global South's role in AI, with India striving to enhance its capabilities amid challenges. Infosys partners with Anthropic to develop AI agents for enterprise use, integrating Claude models into its Topaz AI platform to manage complex workflows. San Francisco's AI startups are fostering a demanding work culture, with long hours reflecting the pressures of rapid technological advancement. Shifting gears, the ARM Institute calls for projects to modernize military supply chain technology, focusing on digital operations and workforce solutions. In other news, AI agents are transforming B2B marketing by becoming primary decision-makers in vendor selection, with significant changes expected by 2025-2026. Elsewhere, Infosys CMO Sumit Virmani discusses the evolving role of CMOs, emphasizing AI's strategic importance in expanding their influence beyond traditional marketing. Finally, the enterprise AI sector transitions from RAG systems to autonomous agents, addressing reliability issues but introducing new security challenges. Join us as we delve into these stories and more, exploring the intersection of AI, technology, and culture. Stan Berteloot is a French-American journalist, marketing strategist, and AI expert based in Princeton, New Jersey. A University of Maryland journalism graduate, he navigates the intersection of storytelling, technology, and culture. As Head of Strategy and CTO at Nytro Marketing, he pioneered AI-driven content creation, launching the AI in Marketing podcast. He also hosts Back in America, a podcast exploring American identity through in-depth conversations on race, misinformation, and AI ethics. Start your VoiceStream free trial today! Stan Berteloot is a French-American journalist, marketing strategist, and AI expert based in Princeton, New Jersey. A University of Maryland journalism graduate, he navigates the intersection of storytelling, technology, and culture. As Head of Strategy and CTO at Nytro Marketing, he pioneered AI-driven content creation, launching the AI in Marketing podcast. He also hosts Back in America, a podcast exploring American identity through in-depth conversations on race, misinformation, and AI ethics. Start your VoiceStream free trial today! 📚 Sources: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/02/17/china-alibaba-qwen-ai-agent-latest-model.htmlhttps://www.marketingbrew.com/stories/2026/02/17/lunar-new-year-marketing-moment-stanley-lushhttps://www.wired.com/story/hsi-forum-ice-agents/https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cr5l6gnen72ohttps://techcrunch.com/2026/02/17/as-ai-jitters-rattle-it-stocks-infosys-partners-with-anthropic-to-build-enterprise-grade-ai-agents/https://www.theguardian.com/technology/ng-interactive/2026/feb/17/ai-startups-work-culture-san-franciscohttps://www.therobotreport.com/arm-institute-opens-project-call-for-military-supply-chain-technology/https://www.saastr.com/the-future-of-b2b-marketing-is-agent-recommendations-and-agents-play-favorites/https://www.adweek.com/brand-marketing/ai-is-giving-cmos-their-power-back-with-sumit-virmani-of-infosys/https://www.csoonline.com/article/4132860/why-2025s-agentic-ai-boom-is-a-cisos-worst-nightmare.html
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    16 mins
  • Anthropic's Dario Amodei's Vision of the Future, Kimi Claw's Launch, and Defense Tensions

    Anthropic's Dario Amodei's Vision of the Future, Kimi Claw's Launch, and Defense Tensions
    Feb 17 2026

    In this episode, we delve into Dario Amodei's pivotal essay, "Confronting and Overcoming the Risks of Powerful AI," which explores the profound implications of AI's rapid advancement. Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, presents a balanced perspective on AI's potential, emphasizing the need for careful navigation of risks like autonomy, misuse, economic disruption, and unforeseen consequences. He advocates for transparency, ethical AI development, and a societal constitution to guide our relationship with AI.

    Next, we discuss Moonshot AI's launch of Kimi Claw, a browser-integrated platform that simplifies AI development with a vast skill library, cloud storage, and real-time data access, transforming the browser into a professional-grade environment.

    Finally, we cover Anthropic's resistance to the U.S. Department of Defense's push to use its AI models for military purposes, highlighting the tension between AI safety and defense needs. This ongoing debate underscores the challenges of balancing innovation, safety, and military demand.

    Stan Berteloot is a French-American journalist, marketing strategist, and AI expert based in Princeton, New Jersey. A University of Maryland journalism graduate, he navigates the intersection of storytelling, technology, and culture.

    As Head of Strategy and CTO at Nytro Marketing, he pioneered AI-driven content creation, launching the AI in Marketing podcast. He also hosts Back in America, a podcast exploring American identity through in-depth conversations on race, misinformation, and AI ethics.

    Start your VoiceStream free trial today!

    Stan Berteloot is a French-American journalist, marketing strategist, and AI expert based in Princeton, New Jersey. A University of Maryland journalism graduate, he navigates the intersection of storytelling, technology, and culture. As Head of Strategy and CTO at Nytro Marketing, he pioneered AI-driven content creation, launching the AI in Marketing podcast. He also hosts Back in America, a podcast exploring American identity through in-depth conversations on race, misinformation, and AI ethics. Start your VoiceStream free trial today!

    📚 Sources:
    • https://www.darioamodei.com/essay/the-adolescence-of-technology
    • https://www.marktechpost.com/2026/02/15/moonshot-ai-launches-kimi-claw-native-openclaw-on-kimi-com-with-5000-community-skills-and-40gb-cloud-storage-now/?amp
    • https://theaiinsider.tech/2026/02/16/anthropic-pushes-back-as-pentagon-seeks-broader-military-access-to-ai-models/
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    10 mins
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