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Today's Highlights

  • Decagon - human-like AI for customer support
  • Learn - a couple of courses to further your knowledge in AI
  • In Other News - a few interesting developments we're tracking

Decagon - Human-Like AI Agents

Decagon, a burgeoning generative AI company based in San Francisco, is revolutionizing enterprise customer support with its human-like AI agents.

Decagon’s AI technology stands out in a crowded market by offering more than just basic chatbot functionality. Unlike traditional chatbots that often rely on rigid decision trees, Decagon’s AI agents can understand and act on complex customer requests. For instance, they can process refunds, postpone shipments, and integrate seamlessly with existing workflows to perform tasks autonomously, akin to a human support agent.

The company has already deployed its technology with notable clients including Eventbrite, Webflow, Substack, and Rippling. These partnerships highlight Decagon’s ability to enhance operational efficiency and provide a superior customer experience by using advanced AI algorithms that continuously learn and adapt from customer interactions.

Decagon also provides customer support leaders with robust tools to gain insights and control over their operations. Its comprehensive analytics dashboard automatically reviews and categorizes customer conversations, identifying trends and suggesting improvements to the knowledge base. This proactive approach helps businesses to not only respond to customer queries more effectively but also to anticipate and resolve potential issues before they escalate​.

The company was founded by Jesse Zhang and Ashwin Sreenivas. To date, they have raised $35 million.


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