Poll Shows Majority of Americans Across Party Lines Support Banning Surveillance Pricing
By
Joshua Hawkins
The bagel they save for the regulars. Don't skim, savour.
Summary
A new poll reveals that a majority of Americans across party lines support banning surveillance pricing, the practice where companies use personal data to set individualized prices. The article argues that opposition to surveillance pricing goes beyond consumer cost concerns, touching on privacy, fairness, and the erosion of trust in markets. The case against it is framed as a matter of consumer rights and democratic values, not just economic impact.
Key quotes
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The case against it is about more than what shoppers pay.
A new poll found strong cross-party support for banning surveillance pricing.
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