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Artisan's Ava 2.0 Is Realistic, But AI SDRs Still Have Blind Spots
Jason Lemkin's breakdown of Artisan's Ava 2.0 is one of the most honest takes on AI SDRs I've seen. But PainSignal data on cold outbound and AI voice quality reveals two critical gaps: data quality remains a hidden pain, and SMBs are largely underserved. Here's what founders and indie hackers need to consider.
via SaaStr·Jun 18, 2026
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Your AI Agents Are Burning Bridges You Can't See
A SaaStr founder shares how a rogue PR firm trashed a relationship without the client knowing. Our data reveals this isn't rare—it's a systemic risk as teams deploy more AI and human agents without oversight.
via SaaStr·Jun 18, 2026
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