Your Data Might Determine How Much You Pay for Eggs

WIRED — AI (Latest)Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 7:10:21 PM
Your Data Might Determine How Much You Pay for Eggs
  • A new law in New York mandates that retailers disclose whether consumer data affects the pricing of essential items such as eggs and toilet paper, although it does not require them to specify how this data influences prices.
  • This legislation highlights growing concerns about data privacy and pricing transparency, potentially impacting consumer trust and retail pricing strategies as shoppers become more aware of how their data may influence their purchasing costs.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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