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  "cite_as": "Newsprint, \"Pitchengine: new features and launches\", https://www.newsprint.com/companies/pitchengine/, updated 2026-10-28",
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  "url": "https://www.newsprint.com/companies/pitchengine/",
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  "title": "Pitchengine: new features and launches",
  "opening_answer": "We confirmed 6 product launches from Pitchengine since January 2026. The latest, Pitchengine relaunches with AI tools, became available Jan. 8, 2026. We also record 1 new company.",
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    "summary": "Pitchengine sells a press release publishing platform to brands. Its AI writing assistant and a chat tool called Vibe Pitch interview the user and draft the release. It has no media database or wire, but a Distribution Advisor recommends outlets and branded newsrooms send releases to followers.",
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    "price_note": "per month in USD: Basic $149, Pro $299, Pro Plus $449, Agency $799 (up to 10 brands); pay per release $49; AI usage packs $49 to $499; yearly gives 2 months free; Enterprise on request; first release free",
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