Walmart and Google embed AI shopping inside Gemini assistant

On January 11, 2026, Walmart and Google announced a partnership that lets U.S. shoppers browse, personalize and check out Walmart and Sam’s Club orders directly inside Google’s Gemini assistant using the Universal Commerce Protocol. The experience links users’ Walmart accounts so Gemini can surface tailored recommendations, combine carts and trigger rapid delivery.([corporate.walmart.com](https://corporate.walmart.com/news/2026/01/11/walmart-and-google-turn-ai-discovery-into-effortless-shopping-experiences?utm_source=openai))