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Target appears in 6 stories we have published between August 2026 and October 2026, mostly in our Policy and Technology coverage. It is most often reported alongside Amazon, Walmart and Argos.
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FTC demands documents from nine companies on surveillance pricing practices
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has required nine major companies—including Walmart, Uber, Delta, and Instacart—to provide documents about their use of surveillance pricing, a practice where individualized prices are set based on consumer data. The 45-day deadline aims to uncover how these practices affect both consumers and workers, particularly in the gig economy.
31 October 2026
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FTC demands documents from nine companies on surveillance pricing practices
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has ordered nine companies, including Walmart, Uber, and Delta, to disclose details on surveillance pricing and its impact…

US consumers push back against AI-assisted pricing tools
US consumers are growing skeptical of AI-assisted pricing tools used by retailers, citing concerns over transparency and fairness.

Sony adds AI upscaling to PS5 with QSSR and unveils Lisa Limited Edition controller
Sony introduces Quick Spectral Super Resolution (QSSR) for the PlayStation 5, enhancing image quality in games. A Lisa Limited Edition DualSense controller is also launching.

Lego PlayStation replica kit launches October 1 with early access for Lego Insiders
Lego and Sony’s limited-edition PlayStation replica kit hits early access on October 1 via Lego.com, with general sales starting October 4.

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days: Fan Deals and Tech Discounts Heat Up for 2026
Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days (Oct 6–7) offers discounts on fans, tech, and appliances ahead of Australia’s scorching summer. Early deals include Bose, AirPods Pro 3, and Echo Dot.

Target in India Expands Strategic Role as Global Capability Hub
Discover how Target in India is evolving into a global capability hub, contributing significantly to the company's global strategy.
