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At Walmart, one thing has never changed: when we invest in our people, we move faster, go further and win together. Being people-led, tech-powered means we lead with humanity, but support our associates with powerful technology that helps them and our customers. That’s why starting next year, we will begin offering free AI training to Walmart frontline and office-based associates in the U.S. through a new collaboration with OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT. OpenAI is launching a new Certifications program, and we’re proud to be one of the first companies to be part of it – working with them to create a customized version that will help Walmart associates develop the skills they need to make the most out of AI. The training will be available through Walmart Academy and include AI courses designed to help them succeed at work, grow their careers and thrive in an increasingly digital world. And it builds on the nearly $1 billion we’ve already committed to skills training through 2026. From supply chain to stores to tech, we’re making sure associates are ready for the jobs of today – and tomorrow. The future of retail won’t be defined by technology alone – it will be defined by people who know how to use it. By bringing AI training directly to our associates, we’ll enable our people to maximize the benefit of AI-powered technology – giving them the skills they need to rewrite the playbook and shape the future of retail. Retail won’t slow down. Neither will we.