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AI may change the price of your Big Mac and groceries — what this means for shoppers

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CNBC World

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As retailers turn to AI tools to streamline operations, experts warn that collecting more detailed consumer data increases the risk of personalized pricing.

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  • Reported by CNBC World and published Sun, 11 Oct 2026 05:00:01 UTC.

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