This recent report from F-Secure explains how stores use tracking pixels and behavioral monitoring (like mouse movements) to adjust prices based on your "willingness to pay".
This quantitative study explores the "Privacy Paradox"—why people say they care about privacy but still shop at stores that track them heavily. SURVEILLANCE ONLINE STORE
Below are highly-regarded academic papers and recent research reports categorized by their focus. 1. The Definitive Overview of Retail Surveillance This recent report from F-Secure explains how stores
For those interested in the how , this paper on SSRN details the use of machine learning, biometric security (facial recognition), and transaction monitoring used to flag "suspicious" activities. Summary of Common Surveillance Methods Tracking Pixels Monitor page viewing and cart abandonment. Digital Receipts Link your phone/email to in-store cash transactions. YouTube Research Biometrics Facial recognition and fingerprinting for identity. GSCARR Behavioral AI Analyze historical patterns to predict fraud or intent. Digital Receipts Link your phone/email to in-store cash
Finding a single "good" paper depends on whether you're interested in the side or the technical mechanics of how stores track you.