Shopify Blocks AI Agent Checkouts, Expands Ecom NOW Same-Day Delivery

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Shopify introduced a new policy blocking autonomous AI agents from completing checkout flows across its merchant network, framing the restriction as a way to reduce payment risk and system strain as agent-based ecommerce activity increases. Separately, Shopify merchants gained expanded access to Ecom NOW same-day delivery through a new integration focused on Canadian order fulfillment. The company runs a global commerce platform helping merchants of all sizes set up online stores, take payments, and manage logistics across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and Latin America. The AI checkout curb reinforces Shopify's focus on transaction security and payments reliability, core to Shopify Payments and Shop Pay, while the expanded same-day delivery supports larger brands seeking Amazon-like service levels while owning their storefronts.

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Shopify merchants gained expanded access to Ecom NOW same-day delivery via a new integration for Canadian order fulfillment.

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Ecom NOW's same-day delivery is integrated into Shopify's merchant network, expanding its fulfillment reach.