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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Business
Jill Tan Radovan

Walmart's Self-Checkout 'Feels Like Big Brother Is Watching', Shopper Claims

A frustrated Walmart shopper took to social media to criticise the store’s self-checkout surveillance, calling it 'startling and scary.' (Credit: Twitter / 6ixBuzzTV @6ixbuzztv)

A disgruntled Walmart shopper has taken to social media to vent frustrations over what they claim to be an excessive level of surveillance at self-checkout tills, sparking fresh debate over privacy concerns in retail settings.

The customer, who posted their complaint on X, expressed unease over the number of cameras monitoring their transaction, accusing the retailer of employing an invasive 'Big Brother' approach.

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