Walmart’s Sparky adds sponsored prompts — AdWeek

Walmart is expanding its role in AI-driven advertising, introducing sponsored prompts within its AI shopping assistant, Sparky.

Key Takeaways

  • AI ads expand retail reach: Walmart is running ads in Sparky, its AI shopping agent, allowing brands to appear in customers’ product searches through sponsored prompts.

  • Sparky drives engagement: The majority of Walmart shoppers use Sparky to check product availability and details.

  • Automation and scale as edge: Walmart Connect plans to stand out through smart automation and the retailer’s massive customer base.