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OpenAI Introduces Apps Inside ChatGPT (+ Apps SDK)
ChatGPT becomes a distribution channel for third-party services.
OpenAI rolled out app-like integrations inside ChatGPT on October 6, letting brands like Spotify, Booking.com, Expedia, Coursera, Zillow, and Canva plug directly into conversational flows. An OpenAI product lead frames this as turning ChatGPT into a consumer “operating system,” with controls promised around data access and scope. Early partners are live; more are onboarding via the Apps SDK.
Source: ChatGPT, TechCrunch
Marketing Implications
Start planning for a future state where a large percentage of app usage is embedded within the operating system of the LLM. How does that change the nature of how the app will be used and, therefore, how it should be designed?
Salesforce Boosts AI Capabilities with Global Launch of Agentforce 360
Salesforce rolls out unified agent platform with Agent Script, Builder, and Slack upgrades.
On October 13th, Salesforce unveiled Agentforce 360 ahead of Dreamforce (Oct 14–16). New pieces include Agent Script (a text-based prompting language for if/then logic, beta in November), Agentforce Builder (a single place to build/test/deploy agents, beta in November), and deeper Slack integration—including a more capable Slackbot and core Salesforce apps surfacing in Slack starting this month and expanding into early 2026. Agentforce 360 supports “reasoning” models from Anthropic, OpenAI, and Google Gemini.
Source: Reuters
Marketing Implications
For Salesforce and Slack-centric teams, spin up a pilot on 1–2 high-volume intents (lead routing, case deflection) using Agent Script + Builder; gate launches behind prompt libraries and approval flows. Treat Slack as an activation surface: wire agents to campaign data and log actions to CRM for lift studies (time-to-resolution, conversion rate, cost per ticket/lead). Map upcoming Gmail/Outlook/Dropbox connectors now to accelerate early-2026 integrations.
Google Launches Gemini Enterprise (AI “Front Door” for Work)
Agentic chat, partner ecosystem, and on-ramps for brand workflows.
On October 9th, Google unveiled Gemini Enterprise as a consolidated entry point for AI across documents, data and apps, plus a partner ecosystem (and “AI agent finder”) to bring third-party solutions into Workspace and Google Cloud environments. Announcements position Gemini Enterprise for broad, cross-function deployment with named partners spanning retail, travel, and finance.
Source: Google
Marketing Implications
If your organization is Workspace-standardized, pilot Gemini Enterprise for content ops: auto-summarization, brief generation, Q&A over brand docs, and agentic workflows (e.g., asset routing/approvals). Coordinate with IT on data governance; benchmark speed/cost vs. your current Copilot/Claude stack before scaling spend.
Sora Hits 1M Downloads Faster than ChatGPT
OpenAI’s video app shows exceptional early consumer pull.
On October 9th, within five days of launch, OpenAI’s Sora app surpassed 1M iOS installs—outpacing ChatGPT’s first-week trajectory—despite invite gating and limited geography, per Appfigures data and OpenAI’s Sora lead. Coverage highlights top-chart performance and sustained daily install volume through October 6th.
Source: TechCrunch
Marketing Implications
Allocate creative test budget to shortform Sora-style video variants (within platform policies). Stand up brand safety guardrails for likeness usage and disclosure. Track CPM/CPV and completion rates of AI-generated vs. live-action in performance channels.
Google’s Latest AI Model Uses a Web Browser Like You Do
Gemini 2.5 “Computer Use” clicks, types, and scrolls like a human—via browser only.
On October 7th, Google previewed Gemini 2.5 Computer Use, a model that controls a web browser to complete tasks (form fills, UI testing) without APIs. It supports 13 whitelisted actions, is available now in Google AI Studio and Vertex AI, and has public demos on Browserbase. Unlike OS-level agents, Google says this release is browser-scoped and not optimized for desktop control.
Source: TheVerge
Marketing Implications
Automate repetitive browser tasks (PDP QA, coupon checks, form testing) in a monitored sandbox. Gate “risky” actions (purchases, auth) behind human approval. Measure cycle-time savings and defect rates vs. existing RPA before expanding to ad-ops and merchandising workflows.
Spotify Connects Natively to ChatGPT
Music discovery and playback actions move into the chat surface.
On October 10th, Following OpenAI’s app launch, Spotify shipped a first-party ChatGPT integration: users can connect accounts, then request personalized playlists, recommendations, and control playback—available to free and premium tiers across 145 countries. Spotify emphasizes that creator content isn’t shared with OpenAI for training.
Source: TechCrunch
Marketing Implications
For audio advertisers, treat ChatGPT + Spotify as a new targeting and conversion handoff: test prompts that assemble context-matched playlists tied to promotions (e.g., “focus” or “road trip” segments), then measure playlist adds/starts and attributed listens.
Google Expands AI “Virtual Try-On” to More Countries and Adds Shoes
Shoppable AI renders move beyond apparel.
On October 8th, Google’s AI try-on now reaches Australia, Canada and Japan, with support for shoes alongside clothes. Users upload a full-length photo and see garments/footwear composited on their body; Google cites higher sharing rates vs. standard product listings.
Source: Google
Marketing Implications
Retailers: update product feeds and PDP schema to surface “Try it on” entry points; re-cut creative for performance channels featuring AI try-on clips. Track uplift in save/share rate and downstream ROAS in the new GEOs.
Figma Partners with Google to Add Gemini Models (2.5 Flash, 2.0, Imagen 4)
Design platform bakes in Google’s AI for faster image generation and edits.
On October 9th, Figma announced deeper Gemini integrations to speed image generation and editing, citing prior latency gains on its “Make Image” feature, and positioning alongside Google’s broader enterprise AI push. The tie-up complements Figma’s existing AI roadmap (e.g., Make, Buzz).
Source: TechCrunch
Marketing Implications
Creative ops: pilot Gemini-powered image iteration inside Figma to reduce round-trips to external gen-AI tools. Set prompt libraries and brand style constraints; measure cycle-time reductions from brief to first draft to publishing.
Zendesk Claims its New AI Agent Can Resolve ~80% of Support Tickets
Agentic CX pitch with co-pilot, admin, voice and analytics agents.
On October 8th, at its AI summit, Zendesk introduced an autonomous support agent (plus companion agents) and asserted customers in preview saw 5–10 point CSAT lifts. The company references external task benchmarks and recent AI acquisitions enabling the stack.
Source: TechCrunch
Marketing Implications
Coordinate with CX leadership to A/B test agentic handoffs on high-volume intents (order status, returns, refunds). Redirect saved support spend into retention media; ensure attribution models capture reduced churn from faster resolutions.
