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Google Adds Buy Buttons to Gemini and AI Search

Google has introduced buy buttons into its Gemini app and AI-powered search, allowing users to purchase products directly without leaving the platform. This is part of Google’s new Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP), developed with partners like Shopify, Etsy, Wayfair, and Target, to make “agentic shopping” seamless across apps, sites, and payment providers

95News•1/12/2026

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Nigeria’s BNPL Boom Could Become a Debt Trap for Africa’s Youth

The rapid expansion of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services across Nigeria and Africa is reshaping consumer finance, but without stronger regulation and financial literacy, the trend risks trapping millions of young people in unsustainable debt cycles.

95News•11/17/2025

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How Phia’s founders are using AI to reshape online shopping

Phia’s co-founders Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni believe AI can transform shopping from a time-consuming chore into a savvy, personalised experience. Their app already helps users compare prices, assess resale value and discover better deals in real time—with the promise of a future “personal shopping agent” trained on their data.

95News•10/29/2025

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YouTube Upgrades TV App With QR Code Shopping and AI-Powered Video Upscaling

YouTube is redefining the living-room experience with its latest TV app update, introducing QR codes for instant product shopping and AI-powered video upscaling. The update promises sharper visuals and more interactive viewing — blending entertainment, AI, and e-commerce in one platform.

95News•10/29/2025