Costco says its new pre-scan checkout system takes 8 seconds — so I put it to the test

The pilot program aims to ease congestion, though early feedback suggests it’s not a smooth ride just yet.

Costco Rolled Out an 8-Second Checkout System. Early Reactions Reveal 1 Problem

Employees say the new pre-scan system is causing mistakes and frustration, even as Costco claims it speeds up lines.
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Costco Is Rolling Out a Scan & Go System—Finally

Costco is shaking things up, and it’s looking to rival Sam’s Club for inspiration. During the company’s third-quarter earnings call, CEO Ron Vachris teased new technology aimed at making checkout ...
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Scientists Say Their AI System Can Scan Your Face to Detect Whether a Company Should Hire You

If you thought your credit score was invasive, just wait until companies are judging you based on your mug alone. A new study by researchers at the University of Pennsylvania, flagged by The Economist ...
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Sertis Launches Sertis Face Scan, an AI-Powered Face Recognition and Verification System, To Assist Airlines With Faster And More Seamless Boarding Process At Airports

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sertis, Co., Ltd. launches “Sertis Face Scan”, an AI-powered face recognition system that operates in real-time and with class-leading accuracy. The company is ...