Hello Everyone and AI Agents (not sure for this one),
This week has been incredible, and I’ve been closely following how Zapier and OpenAI are pushing boundaries. Zapier became the first integration for ChatGPT two years ago. In 2024, Zapier acquired Operator (not an AI product) and launched Zapier Agents to tackle more complex automation with AI. Now, OpenAI has launched Operator, a direct competitor to automation platforms like Zapier.
Zapier’s huge advantage remains its massive catalog of 7,000+ app integrations. It’s more reliable right now—but for how long? When will the AI browser agent surpass Zapier’s 7,000+ integrations?
It might actually become easier to make apps AI Agent-compatible than building a Zapier integration. Still, for many use cases, browser agents aren’t efficient. They’re more suited for tasks requiring human-like interaction, not for backend-heavy processes like ERP systems or eCommerce. So, we’ll probably see Automation Products focusing more on backend workflows while AI agents specialize in front-end tasks.
That said, Zapier is mass-market, and I expect them to try competing with OpenAI. They could do something amazing by combining API integrations with browser-based automation. I can’t wait to see how this evolves!
1️⃣ During its Launch Week, Appsmith unveiled Custom Widgets Copilot to build custom UI components effortlessly with AI-powered assistance and Managed Hosting for enterprise customers with dedicated infrastructure, automated updates, enterprise-grade security, and seamless scaling for smooth app deployment and management. Also, Appsmith introduced predictable, user-based pricing: Free for small teams, Business for $15/user/month, and Enterprise at $2,500/month for advanced features and scalability.
2️⃣ Xano released version 1.64 with a new AI-powered workspace generator that creates a new workspace based on the user’s answers to a few questions. The new Start Page provides interactive, visual guidance tailored to a particular use case, error tracing empowers users to debug easily, and external database connectors are available on the free plan.
3️⃣ Bubble version 30 simplifies admin API token functionality for backend workflows and streamlines testing and usage of backend workflows, ensuring efficient and secure API calls. Now, admins with API tokens can bypass privacy rules without enabling "Ignore privacy rules," gaining full admin-level access to the app's database.
🚀 Product Spotlight: Wegic expands its AI-powered platform with three dynamic characters: Kimmy, the AI Designer to creates websites with enhanced accuracy and fast modifications, Timmy, the AI Developer to publish a site and bind it to a domain in one click, and Turi, an AI Manager, that updates a site and generates a 24/7 digital avatar to serve visitors seamlessly.
4️⃣ Appwrite invites developers passionate about building with Appwrite, creating content, or organizing developer events to join the AppwriteHeroes program and connect with a thriving community while enjoying exclusive perks and recognition. Applications are open until Feb 7th to showcase their contributions.
5️⃣ Whalesync compared Webflow and Framer CMS on key factors marketers: Webflow shines with more integrations (240+) and field types (16), while Framer’s rich text editor outperforms Webflow's and offers higher page limits and a modern, intuitive interface. Overall Webflow is the winner but Whalesync recommends picking Framer if UX is the user’s top priority.
⚙️ Tutorial: This video demonstrates how to connect Notion with Softr, and build apps and pages that sync with Notion data.
6️⃣ The latest n8n release - v1.74.0 - introduces the Microsoft Entra ID node, enabling seamless user and group management for cloud-based identity services. Updates include AI Agent support for vector stores as tools, improved speed and features for the Code node, region-specific API credentials for Google Vertex Chat, and calendar item support in HighLevel.
7️⃣ No-code software startup Sitemate raised $27.5M in a Series A led by Blackbird to fuel global expansion and product innovation. Sitemate’s flagship platform streamlines paperwork and processes, and automates project delivery records and data flows.
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🗓️ Upcoming Events:
👉 Feb. 6th: Make is conducting an in-person event in Madrid on building a strong B2B brand with Elie Kanaan, Senior VP of Marketing at Celonis, sharing his insights on building brands such as Celonis, VMware, and SAP.
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