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- 1AI shopping bots hype outpaces reality, analysts say●The tech industry is hot for shopping bots, but they're years away
The tech industry is racing to build AI-powered shopping bots that browse and buy for consumers, but The Register reports the technology is still years away from working reliably. Companies are promoting automated personal shoppers as the next big e-commerce shift, while real-world performance remains limited and adoption stays minimal.
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A car dealership industry publication is addressing how sales staff should handle customer objections about modern vehicle technology, such as infotainment systems, driver-assistance features, and connectivity. The guidance focuses on helping F&I and showroom teams respond to buyers who are wary of or overwhelmed by new tech features, reflecting ongoing tension between innovation and consumer comfort in car retail.
- 3Hidden 'Network Fee' Clauses Surface in EU Digital Networks Act●Hidden ‘Network Fee’ Backdoors in EU Digital Networks Act Exposed as Big Telcos Push for Mandatory Payments Behind Closed Doors
Digital rights and industry groups say the EU's Digital Networks Act may contain backdoor provisions allowing large telecom operators to charge tech companies mandatory 'network fees'. Critics argue the payments, reportedly pushed for in closed-door negotiations, would raise costs for online services and consumers. Big telecoms have long lobbied for such a levy, framing it as fair contribution to network investment.