Small firms get Meta AI agent to help sell goods

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Kenyan businesses using WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook now eye a sales boost as Meta rolls out artificial intelligence-powered agents that can text customers, recommend products and close purchases on behalf of employees.

The three social media platforms’ American parent firm, Meta, is rolling out the “Business Agents” globally this week, targeting small and medium-sized businesses.

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