OpenAI announced a fresh partnership with Walmart that lets you browse, compare, and buy stuff right inside ChatGPT chats. Using the new Instant Checkout tool, you can ask about products, get price checks, and finish a purchase without hopping over to Walmart’s site – think “Find me a blender under $50” and boom, it’s in your cart. This kicks off with single-item buys for Walmart and Sam’s Club shoppers, making it easier for quick grabs like groceries or gadgets.
Smarter Shopping Chats
ChatGPT’s conversational smarts shine here – it’ll pull real-time Walmart inventory, suggest deals, and handle the whole flow from question to checkout with your saved payment info. Walmart’s Sandeep Mattu called it a step toward “AI-first shopping” that feels natural and personal, cutting out the usual hassle. For now, it’s one item at a time, but OpenAI’s eyeing bigger carts and more partners soon.
Who Can Shop This Way and When?
It’s rolling out to ChatGPT Plus and Pro users in the US first, with Walmart and Sam’s Club accounts needed for checkout. Expect it live by late October, starting small to iron out kinks before going wider.
A Peek at AI-Powered Stores
This deal shows how AI’s sneaking into everyday buys, blending chat ease with e-commerce muscle to boost sales and fun. Walmart’s stock popped 2% on the news, hinting at bigger plays ahead – one cart at a time.
