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Australian retailers invest in AI shopping agents, but widespread use is years away

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Retailers in Australia are exploring the use of AI chatbots for customer shopping assistance, with Bunnings Group investing in an agent named Buddy. However, experts indicate that this technology is currently too expensive and likely years away from widespread adoption in the retail sector. AI

IMPACT AI shopping agents are being developed by Australian retailers, but high costs and technical limitations mean they are unlikely to become mainstream for several years.

RANK_REASON Article discusses the integration of AI tools into retail operations, but focuses on the limitations and future outlook rather than a new release or significant industry shift.

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Australian retailers invest in AI shopping agents, but widespread use is years away

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    AI chatbots like Buddy at Bunnings years from becoming norm By Ahmed Yussuf Some of Australia's largest retailers are investing in autonomous AI agents shopping

    AI chatbots like Buddy at Bunnings years from becoming norm By Ahmed Yussuf Some of Australia's largest retailers are investing in autonomous AI agents shopping for customers. But experts say the technology is expensive and years from being mainstream. https://www. abc.net.au/new…

    LINKS abc.net.au/…/107102066

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