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Wrapping up The Lead Summit with one big takeaway: shoppers want faster, smarter experiences, and AI search is making that possible. This week in New York, we’ve had great conversations with retail and ecommerce leaders about how agentic and generative AI are reshaping discovery and helping brands drive stronger engagement, conversion, and loyalty. If you’re at Lead Summit today, stop by Booth # 509 to meet the team, see it in action, and grab a Pokémon card while you’re there because great experiences are all about discovery. #TheLeadSummit #TLS26

The biggest shift in AI isn’t better models. It’s the move from answers → systems. We’re entering a world where agents can retrieve context, make decisions, and take action using tools like search. In the latest Hashing It Out newsletter, we explore: ☑️ Why retrieval matters even more in the agent era ☑️ How MCP makes existing systems agent-ready ☑️ What changes when you layer agents on top of search Search is no longer the end of the interaction. It’s the starting point for agentic workflows. Read the full article to see retrieval become action.

From AI search and discovery to seamless shopping journeys, retail innovation lives at Shoptalk Europe. Join Algolia in Barcelona for 3 days of retail innovation in action. Explore how leading retailers are using AI search, personalization, and merchandising to create shopping experiences that inspire discovery, increase conversions, and drive loyalty. 📆 June 9–11, 2026 | 📍 Fira Gran Via • Barcelona

Bad search kills conversions. If customers can’t find it fast, they won’t stick around. 3 signs your site search needs work: ⚡ Results don’t appear instantly 📉 Teams spend too much time manually ranking products 🎯 Search doesn’t understand user intent Modern users expect fast, relevant, and intuitive search experiences. Small gaps can lead to lost conversions. That’s why we built the Algolia AI Search Grader. It’s a quick way to identify weaknesses in your search experience and uncover opportunities to improve performance. Take the Search Grader and find out where your search experience falls short: https://lnkd.in/enEF_rhs

Our customers always know how to capture the impact of great search. 💬 “Algolia puts merchandising in our hands, while its AI consistently improves relevance and product discovery.” — Row Berry, Head of Product at Naked Wines Giving teams more control while delivering smarter, more relevant discovery experiences is exactly what modern ecommerce demands. Huge thanks to Row and the Naked Wines team for sharing their feedback. Curious to see more insights from teams using Algolia every day? Explore our customer reviews on G2 → https://bit.ly/4lI6z7n

Agentic, generative, and AI-powered search is redefining retail, and it is taking center stage at The Lead Summit. Join Algolia in New York to see how these experiences help brands turn shopper intent into real business impact, from higher conversion and stronger engagement to measurable ROI across every touchpoint. Move beyond keywords and filters. Deliver fast, personalized discovery that understands what your customers actually mean and connects them to exactly what they are looking for. 📆 May 20–21 | 📍 Booth #509 • Pier 36, New York Schedule a demo and meet the team onsite: https://bit.ly/49tDE3u #TheLeadSummit #TLS26

Most Shopify search experiences are still stuck in 2015. Static. Slow to update. Completely disconnected from merchandising. But that’s changing → fast. In the latest edition of our Ecommerce AI Pulse newsletter, we break down how search is becoming a real-time merchandising engine powered by AI.

In fashion and retail, great experiences begin with great discovery. Today’s shoppers want more than just results. They expect fast, seamless, and inspiring journeys tailored to their tastes. That’s where Algolia comes in. From AI-powered search and smart recommendations to curated collections, image search, and even in-store discovery, we help brands create truly personalized shopping experiences. The impact is clear. Higher conversions, increased AOV, and stronger customer loyalty. Discover how top fashion brands are redefining shopping with Algolia → https://lnkd.in/ebh89vj5

What could AI search do to increase your average order value? Don’t guess, see the impact in seconds with the Algolia Profit Simulator. How it works: 1️⃣ Enter your current KPIs 2️⃣ Get an instant snapshot of your potential business growth Whether you're looking to boost conversions, increase AOV, or make every search session count, the simulator gives you a data-backed snapshot of what’s possible. Try the Profit Simulator today → https://lnkd.in/etZRXRnR

Our new CEO Stephen Lynch wraps up his listening tour Down Under in Sydney 🇦🇺✨ Last week, we spent an energizing and informative couple of days with our APAC team as Stephen wrapped up his company-wide listening tour in Sydney. The visit was packed with meaningful conversations, from 1:1s to time spent connecting with teams across the region. Stephen also met with customers Harvey Norman and BIG W, and joined a partner dinner, continuing to build and strengthen key relationships. The trip wrapped up with an AMA at a rooftop bar with the Sydney team, bringing great energy, fresh perspectives, and lively discussion. Thanks to everyone who made the time to join, share, and connect.