Thursday, 22 October, 2026
Bot in the Aisle: Walmart Opens Doors for AI Agents to Shop for You
By TechShots Studio
Walmart has unveiled new tools—including "Agent Profiles" and the "Walmart Agent Gateway"—that allow third-party AI agents to browse, order, and complete transactions for customers. Operating under strict rules, the system gives each AI assistant a dedicated profile with customizable spending limits and purchase approvals. Unlike rivals restricting automated bots, Walmart is embracing agentic commerce to replace web scraping with direct, secure API connections.
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