Welcome to The Monthly Signal: AI in Marketing, where we delve into the latest developments shaping the intersection of AI and marketing. This month, Perplexity expands its Personal Computer software to all Mac users, offering a secure alternative to local AI agents. OpenAI introduces three new audio models in its API, enhancing voice applications with advanced reasoning, translation, and transcription capabilities. Instructure faces a second data breach by ShinyHunters, impacting its Canvas platform. OpenAI's ChatGPT amuses Chinese users with its peculiar linguistic habits, sparking memes. A startling deepfake encounter during a Microsoft Teams call highlights the potential misuse of this technology. Elon Musk's past attempt to recruit Sam Altman to Tesla's AI lab is revealed in a trial. Lastly, Kodiak AI's stock drops after announcing a $100 million fundraising round to support its self-driving truck operations. Stay informed with insights that truly impact your work. Enjoy the show, and don't forget to subscribe and rate us!

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.