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OpenAI launched 'Buy it in ChatGPT' with Instant Checkout on February 16, 2026, powered by the Agentic Commerce Protocol codeveloped with Stripe. This guide covers the technical architecture, fee structure, onboarding paths, and exactly what retailers need to do this week to participate.
Christian Gaugeler
According to eMarketer (December 2025), AI platforms are expected to account for $20.9 billion in retail spending in 2026, nearly quadrupling 2025's figures.
Christian Gaugeler
With more than 10,000 active public MCP servers now deployed and UCP launching in January 2026, retailers face a critical question: which protocol deserves your...
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
According to the IBM Institute for Business Value (January 2026), 45% of consumers already use AI for at least part of their buying journey.
Soumyadeep Mukherjee
According to Morgan Stanley Research (2025), agentic shoppers could represent $190 billion to $385 billion in U.S. e-commerce spending by 2030.
Ekamoira Research Team