Walmart doubles down on GenAI as retail giant builds breakthrough technology to shape future of retail

AI coding specialist Cursor has been added to the Sparkcubate programme at Walmart Global Tech.

In a LinkedIn post, Vini Jolly, Director at Walmart Global Tech, said: "Walmart is leveraging AI to lay the foundation of how next generation software is built. We are thrilled to welcome Cursor, a pioneer at the intersection of AI and software development, to the Sparkcubate programme at Walmart Global Tech."

She added: "This collaboration is yet another example of Walmart doubling down on GenAI and agentic AI as we deliver unprecedented efficiency to the entire software development life cycle, transitioning workflows from automation to autonomous."

"Cursor’s AI native coding platform is purpose built to support the next wave of developer productivity, autonomy and software innovation enabling the talented internal teams to ship software faster, smarter…at Walmart scale.”

“Through Sparkcubate, our premier startup programme, we’re engaging with select innovators like Cursor to better understand their potential and explore how their unique technology can create meaningful impact. Are you building breakthrough tech that could shape the future of retail? We’d love to connect."

The Sparkcubate team is scouting for visionary startups and you can apply here.

2025 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

AI will be a key focus area at the 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards.

The awards, which are now open for entries, celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.

Our 2024 hall of fame entrants were revealed during an event which took place at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London on 21st November, and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by comedian Lucy Porter.

In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “The event is now into its sixth year and what a journey it has been. The awards started life as an online only affair during the Covid outbreak, before launching as a small scale in real life event and growing year on year to the point where we’re now selling out this fine, historic venue.”

He added: “Congratulations to all of our finalists. Many submissions did not make it through to the final stage, and getting to this point is no mean feat. Checkout-free stores, automated supply chains, immersive experiences, on-demand delivery, next generation loyalty offerings, inclusive retail, green technology. We’ve got all the cool stuff covered this evening.”

“But just importantly we’ve got lots of great examples of companies taking innovative tech and making it usable in everyday operations - resulting in more efficiency and profitability in all areas.”

Congratulations to our 2024 winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Lucy Porter, and all those who attended November's gathering. 

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