Artificial intelligence is entering every aspect of modern life — even a quick trip to the store is no longer an exception. As Parade reported in mid-April, Dollar General is expanding a partnership with QSIC to bring an AI-driven "audio experience" to stores across the country. The initiative is set to increase the total number of locations with the feature to 12,000 nationwide. The AI system run by QSIC, a retail media firm, draws on sales in…