Surveillance Pricing: Impacts and Inequities

This chapter examines the nuances of surveillance pricing and its effects on consumers, particularly regarding privacy and socioeconomic disparities. It emphasizes the need for fair regulations and policy design that mitigates the negative impacts of personalized pricing on vulnerable groups, using examples like the SNAP program to highlight potential benefits. The discussion also addresses the role of technology and competition in shaping pricing strategies while advocating for fairness in consumer experiences.