Google has expanded AI Mode with new travel features that allow US users to track flight prices, compare rewards programs, and book hotels directly through conversational search using Google Pay. Hotel chains and travel sites remain the merchant of record and handle customer service.
Alibaba is preparing to unveil integration of its Qwen AI platform with Taobao marketplace, shifting from keyword-based search to conversational AI-driven shopping. The move represents a major product transformation for one of the world's largest e-commerce platforms.
Google is testing 'Ask YouTube,' a conversational AI search feature that replaces standard video lists with results combining text, full-length videos, and Shorts. The feature is rolling out to Premium subscribers in the U.S. on an opt-in basis.
