[…] Shopping: While some developments are more recent in retail and commerce, AI has been used by large retail stores for years. Fast-fashion brand H&M started an AI department in 2018, which today analyzes consumer buying trends, informs the company’s buyers with key insights that help guide their decisions, forecasts demand and helps the company make more sustainable choices. In 2019, retail giant Walmart was already using AI-enhanced security cameras in stores to prevent stealing and in parking lots for customer safety. And both Walmart and Amazon are leveraging AI to help online customers with virtual clothing try-ons. […]