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Week in Charts: Bending Spoons CEO on AI's Impact on SaaS, AI Shopping Takes Off in ...

13 October 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

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13 October 2026

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opportunities

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E-commerce

◆ Geography

Saudi Arabia

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Fusion42 · 13 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

AI shopping adoption is notably high in Saudi Arabia and India, where half of adults use AI for shopping, contrasting with lower rates in Western countries. Global ad spend is projected to grow 8.4% in 2027, led by social media, retail media, and search, highlighting AI and digital media's growing commercial role.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of E-commerce.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

AI-driven shopping is mainstream in Saudi Arabia and India, opening new demand for AI tools and consumer brands in those markets. You should explore partnerships or integrations with local AI shopping platforms to capture early momentum.

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1 source · 13 Oct 2026

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E-commerceai-shoppingad-spend-growthsocial-mediaretail-mediasaudi-arabiaindia