Google is testing the ability to buy products from Walmart-owned Flipkart directly through Gemini and its AI Mode in India. According to the report, the current test is limited in scope, covering only select products and a subset of users. Google plans a broader rollout later in October.
Why it matters
The test integrates shopping capabilities into AI-driven interfaces, extending Gemini and AI Mode beyond information retrieval toward transactional use in the Indian market.
Who should care
Shoppers in India may gain new ways to purchase items through Google’s AI tools, while retailers and e-commerce platforms should note the connection between a major AI assistant and a large online marketplace.