New data: 77% use AI to shop. Nearly 1 in 3 won’t let it spend.
More than 3 in 4 people use AI for shopping — but trust drops to $0 when money’s involved. What that means for AI commerce in 2026.
James is a journalist and researcher. After graduating from the University of Oxford with a degree in Law, he completed a Diploma in Journalism with Press Association Training. He won the Premier League award for the best sports exam script, and continues to cover Liverpool Football Club alongside his other work. As well as football, he has been published in areas from AI to e-commerce, with bylines including The Independent.
More than 3 in 4 people use AI for shopping — but trust drops to $0 when money’s involved. What that means for AI commerce in 2026.
James Martin | Apr 27, 2026 at 2:27 pm ET