OpenAI wants you to shop directly through ChatGPT
Techpoint Africa | Victoria Fakiya - Apr 29, 2025

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- OpenAI is launching shopping features in ChatGPT, enabling users to find product suggestions and purchasing options.
- ChatGPT will provide personalized shopping recommendations based on user preferences and real reviews from the web.
- Nigerian startups are emerging in the defense tech sector, creating tools for national and private security despite funding and expertise challenges.
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The introduction of shopping features in ChatGPT could significantly change the online shopping landscape, offering users a more personalized experience. However, the challenges faced by defense tech startups in Nigeria highlight the need for increased investment and support in this critical sector. OmniRetail's funding success reflects the growing potential of B2B eCommerce in West Africa, but it also underscores the competitive nature of the market.
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