In the Post article, Levine and Stephanie Nguyen, former chief technologist at the FTC, warn that loyalty programs have evolved into “backdoor laboratories for pricing.” Using vast datasets, companies can infer a shopper’s income, price sensitivity, and even intelligence — and use that information to tailor discounts.

India and China travelers more confident than U.S. and U.K. peers, while AI tools & credit cards disrupt loyalty programs.

Many major grocery chains offer loyalty or rewards programs that help you save money through exclusive discounts, cashback on groceries or fuel, streaming benefits, and more. Some rewards programs charge a monthly or annual fee, while others are entirely free.

Double-dipping is a credit card strategy that involves linking your card purchases to at least two rewards programs to maximize your earnings. Some ways you can double-dip include purchasing items in your card issuer's shopping portal, joining a restaurant ...

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MetaMask debuts its first rewards season introducing a tier-based progression system and limited-time redemption opportunities. Integration with OpenSea: Users can transition their previous achievements from OpenSea’s reward programs to MetaMask’s new system using a specific referral code ‘OPNSEA.

SAN DIEGO — With California gas prices set to spike even higher in three weeks, San Diego drivers are scrambling to find ways to save at the pump through rewards programs and mobile apps. The pain is evident in the numbers. While the national average for ...