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Pipedrive Launches Native MCP Server for AI Assistants

Pipedrive announced the launch of a native Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that lets customers securely connect their Pipedrive CRM to MCP‑compatible AI assistants. The server enables real‑time, permissioned access to live CRM data (search, create/update records, convert leads, schedule activities), records actions in audit logs, and supports setup via secure OAuth without developer resources. Pipedrive says the feature works with any AI assistant that supports custom MCP connections and is available on all Pipedrive plans. Company spokespeople highlighted the goal of embedding CRM workflows into conversational AI interfaces while preserving security, transparency and existing user permissions.

Respond.io Raises $62.5M Series B for Expansion

Respond.io announced a $62.5 million Series B round led by Camber Partners with participation from Endeavor Catalyst and existing investors. The Kuala Lumpur–founded customer conversation management platform reports $35M ARR, 169% year-over-year growth and a 30% profit margin. Respond.io processes roughly 2 billion messages per quarter for more than 10,000 businesses across 180+ countries and consolidates channels such as WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, Messenger, LINE, Telegram, WeChat, voice, email and web chat into a single platform with AI agents and automation. The company is ISO 27001 certified, GDPR compliant, and an official Meta Business and TikTok Marketing Partner. New capital will fund expansion, hiring and M&A in North America and Europe as Respond.io scales its AI-native conversational infrastructure.

Pipedrive Expands Target Market to Include Nonprofits

The current version of the webpage now includes a mention of nonprofits as part of the target market for Pipedrive's CRM solutions, indicating a strategic expansion in their customer base.