
AI Update, January 9, 2026: AI News and Views From the Past Three Weeks
Catch up on select AI news and developments from the past three weeks or so. Stay in the know.

Many senior marketers are not prepared for generative AI search platforms and assistants. Botify surveyed 300 marketing leaders to learn about their challenges and concerns.
52% of respondents are somewhat prepared to optimize their brand visibility for generative AI search platforms and assistants. They are interested in understanding the advantages and impact on customer acquisition.
Data privacy concerns and understanding the technology are top challenges for marketing leaders developing strategies for generative AI platforms and assistants. The report is based on a survey of 300 marketing leaders.
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Catch up on select AI news and developments from the past three weeks or so. Stay in the know.
Do marketers know terms related to AI search engine optimization like GEO, AEO, and LLMO? Which terms are trending, have the most positive sentiment, and have the most related job openings? To find out, researchers analyzed original and third-party data.
B2B buyers increasingly rely on AI as a decision partner, not just a search tool. Explore how AI-driven discovery works and what marketers must do to earn citations. Read more.
Catch up on select AI news and developments from the past week or so. Stay in the know.
Catch up on select AI news and developments from the past week or so. Stay in the know.
Most enterprise marketers use AI tools in isolation, creating inefficiencies and unclear ROI. A control tower approach coordinates systems, tasks, and teams for enterprise-wide impact. Read more.