In particular, he said AI is helping with some of the biggest challenges in training store workers. At a time when many workers are worried about AI-related job losses, Lowe's CEO Marvin Ellison says the technology is helping his employees work better.

Alphabet 's Google has moved beyond the search bar, positioning itself as the lead architect of "agentic commerce. " In this new world, AI not only suggests what you buy but executes the purchase for you.