Walmart is developing new tools that will allow authorized AI agents to shop on behalf of customers, with spending limits and approval controls designed to keep automated purchases under control. The initiative includes two features: Agent Profiles and the Walmart Agent Gateway. Both will support Walmart and its warehouse retail subsidiary, Sam’s Club, as the … Read more
AI agents are creating new challenges for businesses trying to manage their technology budgets, with unpredictable usage charges becoming a bigger financial concern than consistently high costs. According to Splunk’s State of Observability 2026 report, 60% of surveyed organizations say sudden spikes in AI bills put more financial strain on their business than a higher … Read more
As businesses rush to deploy autonomous AI agents across operations, a growing gap is emerging between innovation and oversight. A new report from Deloitte warns that organisations are embracing agentic AI far faster than they are building the governance, security, and accountability frameworks required to control it. The result, Deloitte argues, is a widening risk … Read more
The retail industry is entering a pivotal phase as artificial intelligence moves from behind-the-scenes optimisation into the centre of consumer commerce. Major global retailers are now experimenting with what many analysts describe as “on-AI retail” — selling products directly within AI platforms rather than solely through their own websites or apps. This shift reflects a … Read more
As we dive deeper into 2026, one of the most exciting advancements in the digital world is the rise of AI agents. Many people believe that AI agents are exclusive to tech experts and developers, but that’s not true at all. AI is no longer a realm solely for those with deep technical knowledge—it’s rapidly … Read more
How AI Agents, Synthetic Data, and Executive Literacy Build Resilient Organizations in 2025 In 2025, businesses are navigating one of the most complex landscapes in modern history. Geopolitical conflicts, tightening data sovereignty laws, and sweeping AI regulations—such as the EU’s Cyber Resilience Act—are reshaping how organizations operate. At the same time, artificial intelligence continues to … Read more