Democrats Push Against Surveillance Pricing Amid AI Concerns
Democratic candidates in competitive races are increasingly focusing on the issue of surveillance pricing, a practice where companies use artificial intelligence and consumer data to adjust prices based on perceived demand. Michigan Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow has gained significant attention with a viral video explaining her plan to ban this practice. Surveillance pricing, also known as dynamic pricing, involves companies altering prices based on a consumer's browsing history and data. McMorrow's video, which has garnered nearly six million views, highlights how prices can change dramatically with repeated searches. This issue resonates with voters concerned about AI's impact on household budgets, as evidenced by a Pew survey indicating widespread anxiety about AI. Other Democratic candidates, like Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Mandela Barnes, have also proposed measures to curb AI-driven pricing tactics. Several states, including Maryland and California, have enacted laws to address this issue,... 
