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Google has expanded its Gemini AI assistant into retail by partnering with Gap Inc., allowing users to browse and purchase items from Gap’s brands directly within the chatbot using Google Pay and the Universal Commerce Protocol. At the same time, OpenAI is stepping back from its built-in checkout feature in ChatGPT, focusing instead on improving product displays, side‑by‑side comparisons, and overall relevance. The move reflects a broader trend of retailers and AI developers experimenting with conversational commerce while reassessing what shopping experiences resonate with users. Read more

Google is rolling out on‑device AI scam detection for Pixel 9 smartphones in India, using Gemini Nano to analyze calls without sending data to its servers. The feature, which is off by default and limited to English‑speaking users, flags potential fraud from unknown numbers with an audible beep. Google also launched a pilot that alerts users of screen‑sharing scams in partnership with Navi, Paytm and Google Pay, offering a one‑tap option to end the call. Play Protect continues to block predatory loan apps, and the company’s DigiKavach campaign has reached hundreds of millions, though gaps remain due to limited device share and language coverage. Read more

Google is expanding its shopping experience with a suite of artificial‑intelligence features. Users in the United States can now engage in conversational searches, have an AI agent call local stores to ask about inventory and promotions, and let the system automatically purchase items when price targets are met. The tools, rolled out through AI Mode in Search and the Gemini app, draw on billions of product listings and integrate with Google Pay. Early partners include Wayfair, Chewy, Quince, and select Shopify merchants, while the AI calling feature initially covers categories such as toys, health and beauty, and electronics. Read more