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UAE Retail Groups Accelerate Digital Commerce Expansion with AR and Payment Integration

Major retail conglomerates in the UAE are rolling out new omnichannel platforms that integrate augmented reality shopping tools and localized digital payments. The initiatives aim to support continued growth in e-commerce adoption.
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