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Meta to push AI-powered transactions on WhatsApp and Instagram

Reported that Meta, through recent startup acquisitions, envisions implementing AI-powered transaction features on its major social networks. This could automate and optimize payments and commerce within messaging.

Why it mattersStrengthening transaction features on major platforms could change the productivity of the entire ecosystem, making it noteworthy.

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