Fivetran + dbt Labs Complete Merger to Create the Data Infrastructure for Trusted AI Agents

Fivetran and dbt Labs have completed their merger, creating a robust data infrastructure designed to facilitate trusted AI agents. This merger, announced in 2025 and finalized in 2026, integrates Fivetran's data management capabilities with dbt Labs' expertise in structured data standards, fostering an open data infrastructure that supports autonomous AI agents. The combined entity, led by George Fraser as CEO and Tristan Handy as President, serves over 100,000 data teams globally, including major brands like OpenAI and Zendesk. The merger aims to redefine data management for AI by ensuring data is reliable, fresh, and governed across systems, thus enabling AI agents to function autonomously and efficiently. The partnership has already led to innovations such as the release of dbt Core v2.0, dbt State, and dbt Wizard, which enhance data pipeline efficiency and support AI-driven workflows. These solutions are built on open standards, allowing organizations to maintain control over their data architecture while preparing for future advancements in AI.