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Singles Day tests AI-powered shopping in China

China's Singles Day festival is becoming a proving ground for artificial intelligence in retail. Chatbots are increasingly helping shoppers find products, get recommendations and complete purchases, as companies test whether conversational shopping can drive sales at scale.
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