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OpenAI Revamps ChatGPT Shopping, Retailers Reclaim Control

3/24/2026

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OpenAI launches a new shopping experience within ChatGPT that lets users find products by uploading images or describing items.
OpenAI discontinued the Instant Checkout feature due to transaction complexities and low conversion rates.
Walmart Inc. is shifting to its in-house assistant Sparky within ChatGPT, maintaining control over checkout processes.
Shopify and Etsy direct users to their own platforms for purchases, signaling retailers reclaim control over customer data and transactions.

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Story summary

OpenAI launches a new shopping experience within ChatGPT that lets users find products by uploading images or describing items.
OpenAI discontinued the Instant Checkout feature due to transaction complexities and low conversion rates.
Walmart Inc. is shifting to its in-house assistant Sparky within ChatGPT, maintaining control over checkout processes.
Shopify and Etsy direct users to their own platforms for purchases, signaling retailers reclaim control over customer data and transactions.