Starbucks Developing AI ‘Ordering Companion’ to Personalize Coffee Orders

Starbucks is brewing something new.At the company’s 2026 Investor Day on Thursday, Starbucks executives announced a high-tech turnaround plan: The company says it is “actively developing a first-of-its-kind Starbucks ordering companion” for its mobile app. The goal is to help customers discover drinks through prompts rather than rigid menus.“Designed to help customers discover their perfect beverage through natural, intuitive prompts,” the tool will also help custom