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t₀ today 2026-01-07
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Predictions for B2B Go-To-Market in 2026
★ max(signal) by Scott Brinker · Marketing
Δ +3840 read ↗
TL;DR — Jon Miller (Marketo co-founder) predicts 2026 will see the rise of 'Agent Optimization' where brands market directly to AI intermediaries. Key forecast: 'Context Engineering' will emerge as a core ops discipline to structure data for reasoning models, replacing brittle rules-based automation. Tactical implication: Create a 'headless' content layer (APIs, structured data) specifically for AI agents to ingest pricing and specs without UI friction.
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6 things marketers need to know about search and discovery in 2026
by Constantine von Hoffman / MarTech · Marketing
Δ +3220 read ↗
TL;DR — Bain & Company data shows 60% of searches now end without a click, as users pivot to AI assistants. Ryanair vanished from GPT-5 results despite high GPT-4 visibility, proving the volatility of 'compressed memory' indices. Tactical implication: Shift SEO focus from keywords to 'Cognitive Fit'—publishing structured data and direct answers that LLMs can cite without needing a click.
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IAB releases agentic AI roadmap for digital advertising
by MarTech · Marketing
Δ +3220 read ↗
TL;DR — The IAB's new Agentic AI Roadmap defines the shift from 'serving ads' to 'serving agents,' outlining standards for machine-readable creative and autonomous media buying. The framework pushes for metadata that allows agents to parse product utility without human visual rendering. Tactical implication: Update product feeds with structured schema (price, availability, specs) to ensure visibility in agent-led discovery.
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Driving Alpha: How Portfolio Companies Are Converting the Agentic Thesis into Value Creation
by Salesforce · Marketing
Δ +3050 read ↗
TL;DR — Salesforce portfolio data reveals Telepass now runs 36k agent conversations weekly with 80% resolution, while Nexo saves 90k employee hours monthly via agentic workflows. Smartsheet reduced response times from days to minutes by redesigning processes for AI rather than automating legacy flows. Tactical implication: Audit high-volume support workflows for 'agentic fit' and pilot one end-to-end resolution agent this quarter.
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The 90-Day SEO Playbook for AI Search Visibility
★ max(signal) by Danny Goodwin / Search Engine Land · Marketing
Δ +4170 read ↗
TL;DR — Danny Goodwin outlines a 90-day plan to adapt SEO for AI Overviews and LLMs. Strategy: shift focus to 'Answer Engine Optimization' (AEO) by targeting high-CTR pages (8%+) with structured data (FAQ, HowTo). Tools: track LLM brand mentions using Profound, Otterly.AI, and BrandRadar. Action: audit your top 10 pages for schema gaps and add direct answer blocks.
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Semrush: What to Do About AI Overviews Traffic Loss
by Alex Lindley / Semrush · Marketing
Δ +3910 read ↗
TL;DR — Alex Lindley highlights data from 200k keywords showing a slight decrease in zero-click rates (38.1% to 36.2%) despite AIO rollout. Data: Pew research indicates only 1% of users click source links in AI summaries. Strategy: shift from definitional 'what is' content to complex 'how to' and transactional queries. Action: run a keyword gap analysis excluding informational terms to find AIO-safe pockets.
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A Growth Marketer's Guide to AI-Native Development
by Robbie Jack · Marketing
Δ +3710 read ↗
TL;DR — Robbie Jack breaks down how non-technical marketers can ship micro-SaaS apps using Claude Code. Workflow: use 'cursor-rules' to enforce coding standards and 'spec-first' prompting to reduce hallucinations. Tools: combining Claude 3.7 with Replit Agent allows shipping internal dashboards in under 4 hours. Action: install Claude Code and build a simple API connector for your CRM.
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MarTechBot: AI is Breaking the Discovery Playbook for B2B Marketing
by MarTech Editorial · Marketing
Δ +3580 read ↗
TL;DR — MarTech Editorial argues that B2B discovery is shifting from search rankings to 'citation authority' in LLMs. Strategy: strengthen E-E-A-T signals by earning mentions from high-authority niche publications rather than high-volume generic sites. Structure: format content with clear 'definition blocks' and 'stat tables' for easy scraping. Action: rewrite your 'About' page to explicitly define your category and core value prop for crawlers.
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Self-Improving Skills in Claude Code
by Developers Digest · Marketing
Δ +3450 read ↗
TL;DR — Developers Digest outlines a method for making Claude Code 'remember' fixes across sessions using a self-improving memory file. Workflow: create a '.claude/memory.md' file where the agent logs common errors and successful patterns. Efficiency: reduces repetitive debugging loops by 40% in complex projects. Action: add a 'lessons learned' step to your cursor rules to auto-update your memory file.
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Reddit Launches AI-Powered Max Campaigns at CES 2026
by Trishla Ostwal, Adweek · Marketing
Δ +3270 read ↗
TL;DR — Trishla Ostwal highlights Reddit's new 'Max' campaign type that automates targeting and creative allocation. Performance: pilot brands like Brooks Running saw a 17% lower CPA and 27% more conversions compared to manual setups. Automation: the system uses 'Reddit Community Intelligence' to find relevant subreddits dynamically. Action: test Reddit Max with 10% of your paid social budget to capture high-intent niche audiences.
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AI Search Features Slash Organic Traffic by 15-64%
by Gustav M · Marketing
Δ +2630 read ↗
TL;DR — Gustav M outlines the impact of AI search features on organic click-through rates across industries. Data: organic traffic has dropped 15-64% for informational queries where AI answers directly. Strategy: focus on 'experience-based' content (reviews, opinions) that AI cannot verify or replicate. Action: audit your top 20 traffic pages and add personal anecdotes or proprietary data to differentiate from AI summaries.
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Reddit Introduces Max Campaigns, Its New Automated Campaign Type
by Search Engine Journal · Marketing
Δ +2500 read ↗
TL;DR — Search Engine Journal highlights the technical rollout of Reddit's Max campaigns for performance marketers. Tools: features 'unified placement' across feed and conversation threads to maximize inventory. Efficiency: creates multiple ad variants from a single asset input using generative AI. Action: use the 'creative remix' feature to test 5 different headlines for the same visual asset.
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CMOs Reveal Their 2026 AI Priorities: AEO, GEO, and Upskilling
by Marketing Brew · Marketing
Δ +2300 read ↗
TL;DR — Marketing Brew breaks down the strategic shift of CMOs at Intuit and Adobe towards 'AI visibility'. KPI: tracking 'Citation Authority' is replacing share-of-voice as a primary metric. Workflow: investing in upskilling teams to use agents for data analysis rather than content creation. Action: set up a quarterly 'AI Visibility Index' to track how often your brand is cited by Perplexity and ChatGPT.
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MIT Tech Review: 5 AI Trends for 2026 Marketers Must Watch
by MIT Technology Review · Marketing
Δ +2000 read ↗
TL;DR — MIT Technology Review outlines macro AI trends including the rise of Chinese open-source models in US products. Regulation: expects intensified US legal battles over AI liability and copyright. Commerce: chatbots are moving from support to active sales agents in retail. Action: review your AI vendor list for dependency on specific models that may face regulatory headwinds.
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Reddit: Google AI
by u/SpudMasterFlash / r/DigitalMarketing · Marketing
Δ +1800 read ↗
TL;DR — u/SpudMasterFlash argues that 'unlinked mentions' on Reddit are becoming a critical ranking factor for AI Overviews. Observation: 34% of AI citations come from PR-driven coverage and forum discussions rather than traditional backlinks. Strategy: treat Reddit threads as 'digital PR' opportunities. Action: monitor brand mentions on Reddit and engage authentically to build semantic association.
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Reddit: If AI Overview Takes Traffic, Why Run Ads Inside LLMs?
by r/DigitalMarketing Community · Marketing
Δ +1300 read ↗
TL;DR — Community debates the logic of shifting budget to LLM-based ad placements as SERP clicks decline. Insight: treat LLM ads as a new 'mid-funnel' channel rather than direct response. Measurement: attribution remains difficult due to lack of click data. Action: run a geo-lift test to measure the incremental impact of LLM ad spend.
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AI Agents Market to Reach $48.3B by 2030, Growing 43.3% Annually
by BCC Research · Marketing
Δ +1000 read ↗
TL;DR — BCC Research projects the AI agent market will grow at a 43.3% CAGR to reach $48.3B by 2030. Drivers: advancements in NLP and demand for enterprise automation are fueling adoption. Market: North America leads in market share. Action: monitor this sector for investment or partnership opportunities.
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Aible Launches Six Industry AI Agent Solutions
by Accesswire / Aible · Marketing
Δ +1000 read ↗
TL;DR — Aible launches six new AI agent solutions tailored for industries like retail and healthcare. Features: automated KPI analysis and explanation of shifts across millions of variables. Efficiency: claims up to 200x cost savings over traditional analytics methods. Action: explore industry-specific agent solutions if you need specialized vertical analytics.
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How to Earn Brand Mentions That Drive LLM & SEO Visibility
by Adam Tanguay / Search Engine Land · SEO
Δ +3800 read ↗
TL;DR — [Adam Tanguay] argues brand mentions are the new backlinks for AI search. LLMs prioritize context and co-occurrence over hyperlinks. Action: Prioritize 'citation-worthy' assets (original data, definitive guides, tools) and active PR to feed LLM training data.
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The Technical Guide To Common Magento (Adobe Commerce) SEO Issues
★ max(signal) by Search Engine Journal · Marketing
Δ +3710 read ↗
TL;DR — Dan Taylor outlines a technical roadmap for modernizing Magento SEO. Ops: strict canonicalization of simple-to-configurable products prevents authority dilution. Strategy: adopt the 'Agentic Commerce Protocol' to standardize product data for AI buyers like ChatGPT. Action: audit URL rewrite tables to eliminate duplicate paths before deploying agent-ready schema.
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How brands can get noticed in ChatGPT and Google’s AI Overviews
by MarTech · Marketing
Δ +2600 read ↗
TL;DR — MarTech highlights strategies for brands to enhance visibility in AI platforms. Strategy: Optimize content for AI algorithms. Tools: AI visibility tools. Action: Regularly update content to align with AI changes.
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The best AI visibility tools that actually improve lead quality
by HubSpot Marketing · Marketing
Δ +2500 read ↗
TL;DR — HubSpot Marketing outlines effective AI visibility tools for lead generation. Tools: AI visibility tools. Strategy: Focus on improving lead quality. Action: Integrate selected tools into marketing workflows.
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Google Engineer: Claude Code Replicated 1 Year of Work in 1 Hour
by PPC Land · Marketing
Δ +2300 read ↗
TL;DR — [PPC Land] highlights the efficiency of Anthropic's Claude Code in replicating a complex system architecture. Strategy: This indicates a shift in how technical debt and build costs are perceived. Action: Consider adopting mini-apps for specific campaigns instead of traditional software suites.
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Google Search: AI Overviews Are Reducing Organic CTR
by Search Engine Land · Marketing
Δ +2100 read ↗
TL;DR — [Search Engine Land] argues AI Overviews are materially reducing organic CTR, even for #1 rankings. Strategy: SEO is shifting from ranking optimization to AI citation optimization. Action: Track brand mentions inside AI Overviews.
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Meta Ads: Signal Density Beats Audience Size
by AdExchanger · Marketing
Δ +2000 read ↗
TL;DR — [AdExchanger] breaks down the shift towards signal-rich inputs in advertising. Strategy: Performance correlates with event quality. Action: Optimize for down-funnel events like qualified leads or purchases.
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HubSpot + AI Agents Are Automating Campaign Operations
by HubSpot Blog · Marketing
Δ +1900 read ↗
TL;DR — [HubSpot Blog] highlights the use of AI in automating campaign operations. Workflow: AI handles campaign QA and performance summaries. Action: Use AI for pre-send QA and auto-generate performance briefs.
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CMOs Are Cutting Tools, Not AI
by Digiday · Marketing
Δ +1800 read ↗
TL;DR — [Digiday] highlights CMOs' shift towards consolidating MarTech stacks by replacing point solutions with AI-native platforms. Strategy: Audit tools by outcomes, not features. Action: Remove tools used less than 20% of the time.
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AI Content Only Converts When Constrained
by Reddit r/marketing · Marketing
Δ +1700 read ↗
TL;DR — [Reddit r/marketing] argues AI-generated content only performs when tightly constrained. Workflow: Templates and tone control outperform free-form prompting. Action: Lock AI into fixed templates for ads, emails, and landing pages.
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Deploy an AI agent yourself in January: the 30-day GTM playbook
by Jason M. Lemkin · Marketing
Δ +1600 read ↗
TL;DR — [Jason M. Lemkin] breaks down a practical approach to deploying an AI agent for GTM challenges. Strategy: identify a painful GTM problem and a leading vendor. Action: dedicate 1–2 hours daily for 30 days to refine the agent's outputs.
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Marketing platform shifts + algorithm volatility: what changed and what to do next
by Luis Rijo · Marketing
Δ +1500 read ↗
TL;DR — [PPC Land] breaks down the new operating environment with hard numbers. Strategy: Google’s December 2025 core update ran 18 days and volatility is now more continuous. Action: stop optimizing for ‘keyword rank’ as the north star and design content for agentic browsers.
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Databricks Raises $4B for Agentic AI
by VKTR · Marketing
Δ +1300 read ↗
TL;DR — [VKTR] highlights Databricks securing $4 billion in funding to enhance Agentic AI. Strategy: Focus on building infrastructure for autonomous data workflows. Action: Consider investing in advanced AI systems to improve data processing capabilities.
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Iterable Launches Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server
by Destination CRM · Marketing
Δ +700 read ↗
TL;DR — [Destination CRM] highlights Iterable's launch of a Model Context Protocol server. Tools: Enables AI agents to manage campaigns. Action: Marketing ops teams should explore building custom AI agents.
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Marketing Trends: The Shift to GEO & Privacy
by Seafoam Media · Marketing
Δ +400 read ↗
TL;DR — [Seafoam Media] breaks down the shift from SEO to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and the emergence of Employee Influencers as a media channel. Strategy: pivoting to GEO. Action: consider integrating Employee Influencers into your marketing strategy.
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