Our Protection During The No Buy/No Sell Decree
The Unseen Consequences of Digital Exclusion In an increasingly digital world, the concept of ‘credentials’ has taken on a new meaning. No longer confined to physical identification cards or documents, credentials now encompass a wide range of digital data - from biometric information to online profiles. This shift has significant implications for everyday activities, including something as simple as buying groceries. The Incident Recently, an incident occurred that starkly highlighted the potential downsides of this digital transformation. A customer walked into a store, picked up their items, and approached the checkout counter, ready to make their purchase. However, they were denied service because a scan revealed they lacked the ‘proper credentials’. The Implications This incident raises several important questions about privacy, discrimination, and the role of technology in our lives. The customer was excluded from a basic service - buying groceries - because their digital d...