Debenhams tests agentic AI shopping
The Debenhams Group is currently piloting agentic AI in e-commerce by integrating a conversational AI shopping and checkout feature directly into the PayPal app. The goal is to reduce mobile checkout abandonment and streamline the purchase process.
Businesses must prepare for the agent-based internet
The internet is evolving into an “agent-based” era, where autonomous AI agents perform complex tasks on behalf of users and businesses. Unlike traditional AI tools that assist humans, these agents independently handle transactions, negotiations, and optimizations.
TechEx Europe showcases real-world AI applications
TechEx Europe 2025 will take place on September 24–25 in Amsterdam, bringing together over 8,000 participants and 250 speakers across five parallel tech events. The focus is on practical strategies for scaling and implementing AI in businesses.
Cognition and Windsurf hit $10B valuation after $400M raise
Cognition, the AI company behind the agent-driven coding platform Windsurf, has secured $400 million in new funding, pushing its valuation to around $10 billion. This is a remarkable milestone for a startup launched just about a year ago.