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Why is "Agentic Commerce" suddenly the biggest topic in the marketplace space? 🤖

Channable16 June 2026Watch on YouTube

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Ep. 3 · Channable Agentic Commerce

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What you'll learn

  • Agentic AI fundamentally changes how consumers discover products on marketplaces
  • Marketplaces remain the central platform for e-commerce because they are built on discoverability and conversion
  • AI agents influence how products are found, directly impacting the visibility of your offerings

Frequently asked questions

What is agentic commerce and why has it suddenly become important for marketplaces?
Agentic commerce refers to how AI agents change the way customers discover products on marketplaces. It is important because marketplaces are built on discoverability and conversion, so any shift in how AI 'shops' directly impacts marketplaces first.
How do AI agents influence the way consumers find products?
AI agents change the product discovery process by automatically searching and selecting on behalf of the consumer. This means how discoverable and appealing your products are to these agents becomes crucial for your visibility.
Why do marketplaces remain at the center of the agentic era?
Marketplaces are and remain the #1 shopping destination for consumers. They are specifically designed around discoverability and conversion, making them optimal for how agentic AI operates.

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It’s simple: Marketplaces are still the #1 shopping destination for most consumers. Because these platforms are built on discoverability and conversion, any shift in how AI "shops" hits marketplaces first. In this new episode of Marketplace Growth Podcast, Lucas Bassa and Imco van Elk from Follo discuss why this "buzzword" is actually a fundamental shift in how your customers find you. 👉 Discoverability: How AI agents change the way products are found. 👉 Conversion: Why marketplaces remain at the center of the agentic era. Watch the full episode on our channel! #Marketplace #eCommerce #eCommerceManager #AgenticCommerce #Channable