Coinbase has recently introduced "Coinbase for Agents," a groundbreaking platform that leverages AI to automate trading and financial transactions directly from users’ portfolios. While large language models excel at processing vast amounts of data, they typically lack the capability to execute transactions autonomously. Coinbase for Agents changes this by allowing users to program automated digital […]
Visa has integrated its payment infrastructure with ChatGPT, enabling AI agents to assist with retail purchases and execute financial transactions autonomously. This integration is a significant shift, allowing users to bypass the traditional stages of the retail funnel as AI agents can now process prompts, evaluate merchant catalogs, and complete purchases using Visa’s systems across […]
Meta has introduced the Business Agent, a tool designed to automate conversational commerce workflows within its messaging applications. This innovative software enables global retail brands to carry out transactions and manage support tickets without the need for human intervention, effectively embedding agentic AI at the heart of social commerce. The Business Agent is integrated within […]
Google has announced the integration of its Display Ads into a new AI-powered platform known as Demand Gen, signaling the end of a traditional digital advertising model that has been prominent for nearly two decades. The Google Display Network (GDN) was widely used by marketers for targeting placements, audience bidding, and A/B testing static creatives […]
Trustpilot is strategically looking to partner with significant eCommerce companies as the trend of AI-driven shopping continues to grow. CEO Adrian Blair highlighted in an interview with Bloomberg News that AI agents representing consumers need substantial information about the businesses they engage with. He noted that the most effective systems will leverage datasets such as […]
AI technology in the APAC retail sector is evolving, moving from mere analytics and pilot programs into full-scale workflows and daily operations. This shift is driven by factors such as dense urban populations, high employee turnover, and the need for rapid service in competitive quick-commerce markets. According to a survey by GlobalData conducted in Q4 […]
After years of exploring artificial intelligence, retailers are now focusing on integrating consumer insights into daily business operations. First Insight, a US-based analytics company that specializes in predictive consumer feedback, states that the future of retail AI should emphasize dialogue over traditional reporting. Recently, First Insight launched its new AI tool, Ellis, following a three-month […]
Shopify is revolutionizing enterprise commerce with its latest initiative focusing on agentic AI, aimed at automating operations and expanding sales channels. In its Winter ’26 Edition, termed "Renaissance," Shopify moves beyond typical AI applications like customer support chatbots and basic content generation, introducing a model for agentic commerce. This model empowers AI systems to actively […]
L’Oréal is integrating AI into its digital advertising workflow to meet the increasing demand for content production while maintaining quality and brand consistency. In a landscape where rapid content creation is essential, the beauty giant is leveraging AI tools to streamline processes involved in producing visual content, such as videos and images. This approach aims […]
The retail sector has rapidly adopted generative AI technologies, with a striking increase from 73% to 95% of organizations utilizing these applications in just one year, according to cybersecurity firm Netskope. However, this boom in AI usage comes at a significant cost—heightened security risks. The report mentions that while retailers embrace generative AI, they simultaneously […]