How digital price tags are spreading at retailers like Walmart — and sparking ‘surveillance’ fears

Retailers like Walmart are increasingly adopting digital price tags, raising concerns about privacy and surveillance. There's a fear that these tags could collect biometric data, including facial recognition, to potentially charge customers different prices based on their personal information. Union officials worry this could lead to exploitation and intrusive monitoring of shoppers. This shift highlights broader issues about data privacy in the evolving retail landscape, emphasizing the need for clear regulations to protect consumer rights.