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business1 month ago•3 min saved

Unions Warn ESL Rollout Could Cost Jobs and Push Up Grocery Prices

An AFL-CIO Tech Institute analysis argues that universal adoption of electronic shelf labels in U.S. grocers could cost tens of thousands of jobs and billions in lost wages while enabling rapid algorithmic price changes that may raise grocery costs; the report calls for banning ESLs and surveillance pricing as several states move to restrict the technology, and unions warn workers will face gradual wage cuts as labels replace manual price updates.

via The Guardian|

#business #dynamic-pricing #electronic-shelf-labels

business1 month ago•126 min saved

FTC pushes for price transparency as personalized pricing faces scrutiny

The FTC proposes rules requiring retailers to disclose if and how they use shopper data to vary prices, signaling a crackdown on personalized pricing amid consumer concerns. The article notes that electronic shelf labels generally don’t adjust prices per individual shopper, while industry groups argue such practices could erode loyalty. Several states have already banned personalized pricing, with others considering similar laws, and watchdogs say disclosures alone may be insufficient without stronger protections.

via AP News|

#business #consumer-protection #electronic-shelf-labels

politics2 months ago•4 min saved

New Jersey pauses dynamic pricing with one-year ESL moratorium

New Jersey’s Fair Price Protection Act bans surveillance pricing and imposes a one-year moratorium on electronic shelf labels, pausing dynamic pricing while the state studies the technology; existing ESLs aren’t banned, loyalty programs remain allowed, and the rule goes into effect February 1, 2027.

via New York Post|

#consumer-privacy #dynamic-pricing #electronic-shelf-labels

government2 months ago•6 min saved

New Jersey Bans Personal-Data Driven Grocery Pricing

Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed the Fair Price Protection Act, banning surveillance pricing and prohibiting grocery stores from using shoppers’ digital history, biometric, or genetic data to tailor prices. The law creates a private right of action for consumers and allows the state to sue retailers, with penalties up to $10,000 for a first offense and $20,000 for subsequent violations. It also pauses electronic shelf labels for a year while the state studies potential misuse and takes effect Aug. 1, 2027. The measure does not ban dynamic pricing or loyalty programs, and makes New Jersey an early adopter of limits on personalized pricing.

via The Jersey Vindicator|

#consumer-protection #electronic-shelf-labels #fair-price-protection-act

policy3 months ago•4 min saved

New Jersey Moves to End Personalized Grocery Pricing with New Law

New Jersey approved the bipartisan Fair Price Protection Act to ban AI/algorithm-driven and surveillance-based pricing in grocery stores and to pause electronic shelf labels for at least a year, awaiting Governor Sherrill’s signature. The bill includes exemptions for loyalty programs and certain discounts and mirrors similar moves in Maryland and Connecticut, as lawmakers argue it protects consumers amid rising grocery costs while opponents worry about regulatory consequences and job impact.

via Gizmodo|

#ai-pricing #electronic-shelf-labels #fair-price-protection-act

policy4 months ago•5 min saved

New York bans surveillance pricing based on personal data as digital price tags stall

New York lawmakers advanced a bill prohibiting using personal data to tailor prices for individual customers, effectively banning “surveillance pricing.” A companion bill to ban electronic shelf labels failed to pass in the Assembly. While the legislation protects loyalty programs, critics—including grocery groups and unions—warn it could disrupt legitimate discounts and prompt higher prices. The bills now go to Gov. Hochul for signature, with enforcement potentially by the Attorney General.

via Gothamist|

#electronic-shelf-labels #loyalty-programs #new-york

business4 months ago•4 min saved

Kroger rolls out electronic price tags across stores, stirring pricing concerns

Kroger has deployed electronic shelf labels in nearly all Cincinnati-Dayton stores and across most divisions nationwide to improve price accuracy and free up staff; the move has sparked concerns about potential surge pricing, though Kroger says the system lowers costs, with Walmart pursuing a similar ESL rollout.

via Cincinnati Enquirer|

#business #electronic-shelf-labels #kroger

business4 months ago•3 min saved

Poll Finds Broad Backing to Ban Surveillance Pricing and Digital Shelf Labels in Groceries

A UFCW-backed poll shows 68% of Americans fear surveillance pricing will raise grocery costs and 67% want electronic shelf labels (ESLs) banned; 58% say ESLs would make them less likely to shop, while many shoppers remain wary of price increases amid inflation, as Walmart expands ESL use and states consider bans or regulations to curb perceived price gouging in groceries.

via Gizmodo|

#business #electronic-shelf-labels #esls

politics8 months ago•3 min saved

Democrats Move to Ban Facial-Recognition and Surge Pricing in Groceries

Democratic lawmakers introduced the Stop Price Gouging in Grocery Stores Act of 2026 to ban surveillance and surge pricing in large grocery stores, require disclosure of facial-recognition use, and prohibit electronic shelf labels. The bill aims to prevent price discrimination and follows growing legislative interest after studies suggested price variation and industry experiments; the UFCW supports the effort, while previous administrations eyed a broader FTC study on the issue.

via Gizmodo|

#electronic-shelf-labels #facial-recognition #grocery-stores