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Whatnot acquires AI startup Shaped to boost live shopping recommendations
Whatnot, a livestream shopping platform, has acquired Shaped, an AI startup specializing in real-time recommendations and search. The deal aims to enhance personalization and discovery as Whatnot expands into new product categories. Financial terms were not disclosed.
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The acquisition signals intensifying competition in live commerce, where recommendation algorithms are key to driving sales and user engagement.
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