The world's largest retailer is the latest to join the wave of companies trying to incorporate artificial intelligence in its products.
Walmart has reached a deal with OpenAI to let customers shop directly through ChatGPT, the big-box giant announced on Tuesday, Oct. 14. Shoppers will soon be able to buy products from Walmart and Sam's Club directly within ChatGPT using Instant Checkout.
The feature allows users to chat, plan meals, restock essentials, and discover new items without leaving a ChatGPT conversation.
"For many years now, e-commerce shopping experiences have consisted of a search bar and a long list of item responses," said Walmart president and CEO Doug McMillon. "That is about to change. There is a native AI experience coming that is multimedia, personalized, and contextu