Alibaba has integrated its Qwen AI app with its major consumer marketplaces, Taobao and Tmall, creating the largest agentic-commerce platform in China. The Qwen app now offers access to over four billion products and utilizes Alibaba's logistics and customer service capabilities. Shoppers can use Qwen to find products, compare prices, run virtual try-ons, and place orders, all completed through Alipay. This integration marks a significant departure from Western e-commerce models, as it allows the AI agent to manage the entire purchase process. Alibaba's CEO has emphasized the company's commitment to advancing AI technology, with over $53 billion invested in AI initiatives, positioning agentic shopping as a strategic priority.
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Alibaba Launches Qwen AI for Seamless Agentic Shopping on Taobao and Tmall
The Next Web AI· Cristian Dina· Monday, May 11, 2026
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