Your weekly Grip: The hottest news in AI, content, and strategy

Catch up on the latest in AI, martech, and viral campaigns—all in one smart, snappy weekly recap.

Your weekly Grip: The hottest news in AI, content, and strategy

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It’s been a minute—but we’re back in your inbox with a fresh brew of all things content, tech, and strategy. From AI tools that write, talk, and translate to marketers breaking stereotypes and turning mascots into memes, it’s been that kind of week.

Buckle up—this week’s newsletter has everything from big-time funding rounds to smart SEO tips you actually haven’t heard a million times.

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🧠 AI, actually

Braze x OfferFit: Personalization level unlocked

Braze just acquired OfferFit to supercharge its AI-powered personalization engine. The goal? Smarter customer journeys that actually convert.
See how Braze plans to use OfferFit

Braze bets big on agentic AI with $325M OfferFit acquisition
Braze acquires OfferFit for $325M to enhance AI-driven customer personalization, boosting its push into agentic AI with Project Catalyst.

Linguana banks US$8.5M to help YouTubers go global

This AI tool helps creators auto-localize their videos, making multilingual content a breeze. Bonjour, worldwide audience.
Explore how Linguana is helping creators expand globally

Linguana gets $8.5M to scale global video dubbing
Video localization startup Linguana raises $8.5M to automate content translation and monetization for global creators.

CallRail’s AI assistant doesn’t sleep on leads

CallRail’s new Voice Assist answers calls after hours so you never miss another hot lead again.
Get the details on Voice Assist’s lead-saving powers

CallRail’s new Voice Assist turns missed calls into revenue
CallRail’s Voice Assist is an agentic AI assistant that answers calls after hours, helping marketers capture missed leads and improve ROI by up to 20%.

Sturdy.ai nabs US$6M to stop churn before it happens

Customer retention just got an AI upgrade, thanks to this startup’s proactive churn intelligence.
Learn how Sturdy is tackling churn with AI

Sturdy.ai secures $6M to combat revenue churn with AI
Sturdy.ai secures $6M funding to help revenue teams spot churn risks early with its AI platform that analyzes customer communications across data silos.

Contxtful raises US$1.9M for attention-based ads

No cookies? No problem. Contxtful’s betting big on real attention metrics.
Find out how Contxtful plans to reshape ad measurement

Contxtful lands $1.9M to make attention the new ad metric
Contxtful raises $1.9M to advance its attention-based ad platform, helping marketers optimize campaigns as the industry moves beyond cookies.

💼 Martech moves

WPP buys InfoSum for US$63M to power its AI data strategy

Privacy-first data collaboration just got a lot sexier for marketers—especially with WPP in the mix.
See why WPP’s InfoSum deal matters

WPP buys InfoSum for $63M, embraces AI data collaboration
WPP acquires data clean room pioneer InfoSum to advance its AI-driven marketing approach, challenging traditional identity-based data strategies.

ServiceNow grabs Logik.ai to upgrade CRM game

This CPQ acquisition gives ServiceNow’s CRM offering a serious brain boost.
Dig into what Logik.ai brings to the table

ServiceNow acquires Logik.ai: what marketers should know
ServiceNow acquires AI-powered CPQ provider Logik.ai to enhance its CRM capabilities. Learn what this means for sales and marketing teams.

📣 Strategy & storytelling

Duolingo’s owl is now a meme machine

From silent guilt trips to viral skits, Duo’s TikTok strategy is all play and all payoff.
Unpack Duolingo’s viral content playbook

What marketers can learn from Duolingo’s TikTok strategy
Duolingo’s green mascot is more than a meme—here’s what B2B marketers can learn from its viral strategy.

Marketing to women in 2025? here’s what not to do

Forget clichés. This guide breaks down how brands can actually connect with women.
Avoid these marketing mistakes with women

Marketing to women: common mistakes and proven solutions
Marketing to women in 2025 requires more than just empowerment messaging. Learn how to avoid stereotypes and connect authentically with female consumers.

Press releases that actually work

Cut the fluff. These tips help you write PR that grabs attention (and headlines).
Master the press release with these writing tips

How to write a press release that actually gets read
Structure, examples, and real-world fixes for marketers writing press releases on tight timelines.

How top brands are thriving with Gen Z

What do Crocs, and Glossier have in common? They’ve all cracked the Gen Z code.
See what’s working for brands winning over Gen Z

Gen Z consumer trends and key insights for 2024 success
Discover how 5 brands are captivating Gen Z with fresh approaches, social responsibility, and authentic engagement.

🌍 Global spotlight

Dentsu & Kompas launch AI app for survivors

A new app offers discreet help for survivors of assault—powered by AI, backed by purpose.
Explore the mission behind MANTRA of Hope

Dentsu and Kompas show how AI supports survivors
New AI app from Dentsu and Kompas helps survivors discreetly record audio and metadata as legal evidence in sexual assault cases.

Google’s AI image search is changing the game

Google's "AI Mode" can understand images now. If your SEO strategy doesn’t account for visuals, it’s time to level up.
Learn how to optimize for Google’s new image search

Google’s AI image search update is a wake-up call for SEO
Google adds image understanding to AI Mode. Marketers should focus on SEO to make their products and visuals searchable.

🇺🇸 Bonus: TikTok’s big trouble in the US

TikTok’s future in the US is on the line—again. New legislation could lead to a forced sale (or a full ban).
Catch up on TikTok’s latest legal drama

TikTok ban delayed: What marketers need to know
The deal to save TikTok just fell apart—here’s what brands should prepare for while the clock keeps ticking

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