Warby Parker Surges to 405th in Trading Volume with $221 Million in Shares Exchanged Amid Google AI Glasses Partnership

On May 20, 2025, Warby Parker (WRBY) saw a significant surge in trading volume, with a total of $221 million in shares exchanged, marking a 522.78% increase from the previous day. This surge placed Warby Parker at the 405th position in terms of trading volume for the day. The stock price of Warby Parker rose by 15.63%.

Warby Parker has announced a strategic partnership with Google to develop AI-powered glasses designed for all-day wear. This collaboration aims to integrate Warby Parker's renowned eyewear design with Google's cutting-edge technology, paving the way for the next generation of computing in the form of smart glasses. The first line of these intelligent eyewear products is expected to launch after 2025, featuring multimodal AI capabilities and both prescription and non-prescription lenses.

As part of this collaboration, Google has committed up to $75 million to support Warby Parker's product development and commercialization efforts. Additionally, Google has pledged to invest up to $75 million in Warby Parker, contingent upon the achievement of specific collaboration milestones. This partnership underscores Warby Parker's commitment to leveraging pioneering technology to enhance the optical industry and create innovative products that improve customers' daily experiences.