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Instacart’s AI-Enabled Pricing Experiments May Be Inflating Your Grocery Bill, CR and Groundwork Collaborative Investigation Finds - Consumer Reports
Exclusive: Instacart’s AI pricing may be inflating your grocery bill.
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In collaboration w/ @groundwork.bsky.social & @moreperfectunion.bsky.social, we convened hundreds of volunteers from across the country to investigate Instacart’s AI-assisted pricing experiments at popular grocery stores like Target & Kroger. Read our full investigation below:
We tested 5 additional protein powders requested by readers, and the results show that lower lead contamination is possible. Read our investigation and learn more about our testing process.
Readers Asked Us to Test These 5 Protein Powders. All Had Low Levels of Lead. - Consumer Reports
We tested powders from Clean Simple Eats, Equate, Premier Protein, Ritual, and Truvani. Our results show it’s possible to make products with less contamination.
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January 10, 2026 at 10:55 PM
We tested 5 additional protein powders requested by readers, and the results show that lower lead contamination is possible. Read our investigation and learn more about our testing process.
#Recall: Thousands of Evenflo All4One convertible car seats are being recalled for an issue with the recline mechanism.
More Than 74,000 Evenflo All4One Car Seats Recalled for Potential Injury Risk - Consumer Reports
Several models of Evenflo All4One convertible car seats are being recalled for an issue with the car seat shifting recline positions in rear-facing mode.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:40 PM
#Recall: Thousands of Evenflo All4One convertible car seats are being recalled for an issue with the recline mechanism.
Stop overpaying for a good night's rest. Tune into Talking Carts’ Sleep Week episode to help you find the best deals on all things sleep—from mattresses to pillows. https://www.consumerreports.org/talkingcarts/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS
January 9, 2026 at 6:36 PM
Stop overpaying for a good night's rest. Tune into Talking Carts’ Sleep Week episode to help you find the best deals on all things sleep—from mattresses to pillows. https://www.consumerreports.org/talkingcarts/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS
“We welcome the New York Attorney General’s investigation into Instacart’s hidden AI pricing tactics,” said CR's Justin Brookman.
Learn more about our joint report into Instacart’s algorithmic pricing experiments:
Learn more about our joint report into Instacart’s algorithmic pricing experiments:
Consumer Reports statement on New York Attorney General inquiry into Instacart’s algorithmic pricing experiments
Washington, DC – Following a joint report by Consumer Reports, Groundwork Collaborative, and More Perfect Union revealing that Instacart conducted AI-driven pricing experiments on unsuspecting…
advocacy.consumerreports.org
January 9, 2026 at 2:57 PM
“We welcome the New York Attorney General’s investigation into Instacart’s hidden AI pricing tactics,” said CR's Justin Brookman.
Learn more about our joint report into Instacart’s algorithmic pricing experiments:
Learn more about our joint report into Instacart’s algorithmic pricing experiments:
We conducted a second round of heavy metal tests on 5 protein powders that readers requested. All tested low for lead, making them a better choice for those who are frequent users of protein powders. Read our investigation and learn more about our testing process.
Readers Asked Us to Test These 5 Protein Powders. All Had Low Levels of Lead. - Consumer Reports
We tested powders from Clean Simple Eats, Equate, Premier Protein, Ritual, and Truvani. Our results show it’s possible to make products with less contamination.
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January 8, 2026 at 10:55 PM
We conducted a second round of heavy metal tests on 5 protein powders that readers requested. All tested low for lead, making them a better choice for those who are frequent users of protein powders. Read our investigation and learn more about our testing process.
The SAFE Exit Act endorsed by Consumer Reports aims to address growing safety concerns with electronic car door handles that may not function properly if a vehicle loses power or is involved in a crash.
Proposed Law Takes Aim at Unsafe Electronic Car Door Handles - Consumer Reports
The SAFE Exit Act follows an investigation into Tesla's electronic door handles; the law requires a manual fail-safe and a way for first responders to get in.
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January 7, 2026 at 7:34 PM
The SAFE Exit Act endorsed by Consumer Reports aims to address growing safety concerns with electronic car door handles that may not function properly if a vehicle loses power or is involved in a crash.
See tips on how to make everyday communication easier for you or a loved one with hearing loss:
How to Adapt to Hearing Loss: Tips From the Mom of a Deaf Child - Consumer Reports
The mom of a Deaf child shares tips, hacks, and gadgets to help a loved-one who has hearing loss or deafness, even if they don't wear hearing aids.
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January 6, 2026 at 9:35 PM
See tips on how to make everyday communication easier for you or a loved one with hearing loss:
#Recall: Porsche is recalling some 2019 through 2025 Cayenne and Cayenne E-Hybrid SUVs, 2020 to 2025 911 sports cars and Taycan EVs, 2024 and 2025 Panamera sedans, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid sedans to fix faulty backup cameras that might not show an image when the car is in Reverse.
Porsche Recalls 174,000 Cars and SUVs to Fix Backup Cameras - Consumer Reports
Porsche is recalling some Cayenne, Panamera, and Taycan models for a free software update to fix their backup cameras.
www.consumerreports.org
December 31, 2025 at 3:11 PM
#Recall: Porsche is recalling some 2019 through 2025 Cayenne and Cayenne E-Hybrid SUVs, 2020 to 2025 911 sports cars and Taycan EVs, 2024 and 2025 Panamera sedans, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid sedans to fix faulty backup cameras that might not show an image when the car is in Reverse.
#Recall: Hyundai is recalling nearly 52,000 Tucson SUVs from the 2022 through 2024 model years because their optional tow hitch wiring harnesses may have been installed incorrectly, which could lead to a vehicle fire.
Hyundai Tucson Recalled for Tow Hitch Fire Risk - Consumer Reports
Drivers of a recalled Tucson SUV equipped with optional tow hitch wiring harnesses should park their vehicle outside due to a fire risk.
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December 29, 2025 at 6:36 PM
#Recall: Hyundai is recalling nearly 52,000 Tucson SUVs from the 2022 through 2024 model years because their optional tow hitch wiring harnesses may have been installed incorrectly, which could lead to a vehicle fire.
Our New Year’s wish? Safe food, fair deals, and real value for every dollar you spend.
Your year-end gift powers this mission—and if you donate by Dec. 31, your impact will be DOUBLED! Give now: CR.org/YearEnd
Your year-end gift powers this mission—and if you donate by Dec. 31, your impact will be DOUBLED! Give now: CR.org/YearEnd
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December 29, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Our New Year’s wish? Safe food, fair deals, and real value for every dollar you spend.
Your year-end gift powers this mission—and if you donate by Dec. 31, your impact will be DOUBLED! Give now: CR.org/YearEnd
Your year-end gift powers this mission—and if you donate by Dec. 31, your impact will be DOUBLED! Give now: CR.org/YearEnd
ICYMI: In response to our investigation, Instacart is no longer allowing retailers to use its AI tech to charge shoppers different prices for the same groceries at the same time on its platform.
Instacart Stops Pricing Tests on Its Platform Amid Outrage From Customers - Consumer Reports
Instacart announced it would end AI price experiments at grocery retailers on its platform, prompted by CR’s joint investigation.
www.consumerreports.org
December 23, 2025 at 7:20 PM
ICYMI: In response to our investigation, Instacart is no longer allowing retailers to use its AI tech to charge shoppers different prices for the same groceries at the same time on its platform.
In response to our investigation, Instacart is no longer allowing retailers to use its AI tech to charge shoppers different prices for the same groceries, at the same time on its platform.
Instacart’s AI-Enabled Pricing Experiments May Be Inflating Your Grocery Bill, CR and Groundwork Collaborative Investigation Finds - Consumer Reports
Exclusive: Instacart’s AI pricing may be inflating your grocery bill.
www.consumerreports.org
December 22, 2025 at 11:25 PM
In response to our investigation, Instacart is no longer allowing retailers to use its AI tech to charge shoppers different prices for the same groceries, at the same time on its platform.
A first-of-its-kind advanced female dummy for use in frontal crash testing has been unveiled by the USDOT and NHTSA. See what Consumer Reports’ car safety experts had to say:
Statement from Consumer Reports on the Unveiling of Design Details for a New Female Crash Test Dummy
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and its National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently unveiled the design details for the THOR-05F, a first-of-its-kind…
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December 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM
A first-of-its-kind advanced female dummy for use in frontal crash testing has been unveiled by the USDOT and NHTSA. See what Consumer Reports’ car safety experts had to say:
Attention parents and caregivers: The ByHeart infant formula #recall has been expanded to include all formula the company has ever made, due to the risk of infant botulism. If you have recalled formula, see our guide to switching your baby's formula:
ByHeart Recall Expanded to Include All Formula Ever Produced by the Company Due to Infant Botulism Risk - Consumer Reports
The ByHeart infant formula recall has been expanded to include all formula the company has ever made, due to the risk of infant botulism.
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December 18, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Attention parents and caregivers: The ByHeart infant formula #recall has been expanded to include all formula the company has ever made, due to the risk of infant botulism. If you have recalled formula, see our guide to switching your baby's formula:
Could your eyeliner be toxic? Earlier this year, Consumer Reports' study found concerning levels of carcinogens in synthetic braiding hair. Now a new beauty safety investigation from Pure Earth found concerning levels of lead in more than half of the 56 eyeliner samples it tested.
Some Eyeliners Contain Potentially Harmful Levels of Lead - Consumer Reports
Some traditional eyeliners such as kohl, kajal, and surma have high levels of lead, according to recent research. CR explains what you need to know.
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December 18, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Could your eyeliner be toxic? Earlier this year, Consumer Reports' study found concerning levels of carcinogens in synthetic braiding hair. Now a new beauty safety investigation from Pure Earth found concerning levels of lead in more than half of the 56 eyeliner samples it tested.
This holiday season, consider alternatives to stress ball fidget toys for your stocking stuffers. And if you have them, never ever heat them up.
Squishy Fidget Toys Can Be a Sticky Mess—or Worse - Consumer Reports
This holiday season, consider alternatives to stress ball fidget toys for your stocking stuffers.
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December 17, 2025 at 9:15 PM
This holiday season, consider alternatives to stress ball fidget toys for your stocking stuffers. And if you have them, never ever heat them up.
Our investigation found that Instacart’s AI pricing may be inflating your grocery bill. Got questions? Ask CR in our AMA now: www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comme...
December 16, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Our investigation found that Instacart’s AI pricing may be inflating your grocery bill. Got questions? Ask CR in our AMA now: www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comme...
It shouldn’t be complicated to open your car door during a vehicle fire or other emergency. But some cars with electronic handles make the manual release hard to find. Join us in telling automakers to fix this problem. Sign our petition today:
Make sure I can open my car door in an emergency!
Join Consumer Reports in calling on automakers to make electronic door handles safer!
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December 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM
It shouldn’t be complicated to open your car door during a vehicle fire or other emergency. But some cars with electronic handles make the manual release hard to find. Join us in telling automakers to fix this problem. Sign our petition today:
A true parenting flex. We rate the products so you can skip the guesswork and focus on the snuggles. Sign up for CR's Crib Notes, our newsletter packed with expert baby product advice. https://www.consumerreports.org/email-newsletters/crib-notes/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS&source=YSOCIAL_BS
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December 14, 2025 at 4:30 PM
A true parenting flex. We rate the products so you can skip the guesswork and focus on the snuggles. Sign up for CR's Crib Notes, our newsletter packed with expert baby product advice. https://www.consumerreports.org/email-newsletters/crib-notes/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS&source=YSOCIAL_BS
H/T Louisa
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If you’ve ever wondered about the materials used to make your child’s diapers, thanks to a first-of-its-kind law, parents in New York state won’t have to wonder any longer.
Diaper Packages in N.Y. State Must Now Disclose All Ingredients - Consumer Reports
A first-of-its-kind law taking effect in December 2025 in New York state means more transparency around diaper ingredients for families everywhere.
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December 12, 2025 at 11:00 PM
If you’ve ever wondered about the materials used to make your child’s diapers, thanks to a first-of-its-kind law, parents in New York state won’t have to wonder any longer.
⚠️ #Recall Alert: Deluxe Mixed Nuts sold at Wegmans may be contaminated with salmonella, according to a release posted on the FDA’s website. Consumers who bought these nuts can return them to Wegmans for a refund.
Wegmans Deluxe Mixed Nuts Recalled for Possible Salmonella Contamination - Consumer Reports
Two package sizes of Wegmans Deluxe Mixed Nuts have been recalled. Here's what you need to know.
www.consumerreports.org
December 12, 2025 at 1:25 AM
⚠️ #Recall Alert: Deluxe Mixed Nuts sold at Wegmans may be contaminated with salmonella, according to a release posted on the FDA’s website. Consumers who bought these nuts can return them to Wegmans for a refund.
Are you paying the same price as everyone else? The answer may be no. Learn more: https://www.consumerreports.org/money/questionable-business-practices/instacart-ai-pricing-experiment-inflating-grocery-bills-a1142182490/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS
December 11, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Are you paying the same price as everyone else? The answer may be no. Learn more: https://www.consumerreports.org/money/questionable-business-practices/instacart-ai-pricing-experiment-inflating-grocery-bills-a1142182490/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS
Sign our petition to the FTC to investigate Instacart’s pricing algorithm: action.consumerreports.org/social-20251...
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December 11, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Sign our petition to the FTC to investigate Instacart’s pricing algorithm: action.consumerreports.org/social-20251...
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In collaboration w/ @groundwork.bsky.social & @moreperfectunion.bsky.social, we convened hundreds of volunteers from across the country to investigate Instacart’s AI-assisted pricing experiments at popular grocery stores like Target & Kroger. Read our full investigation below:
Instacart’s AI-Enabled Pricing Experiments May Be Inflating Your Grocery Bill, CR and Groundwork Collaborative Investigation Finds - Consumer Reports
Exclusive: Instacart’s AI pricing may be inflating your grocery bill.
www.consumerreports.org
December 9, 2025 at 3:43 PM
In collaboration w/ @groundwork.bsky.social & @moreperfectunion.bsky.social, we convened hundreds of volunteers from across the country to investigate Instacart’s AI-assisted pricing experiments at popular grocery stores like Target & Kroger. Read our full investigation below:
🚨 Certain e-bike batteries from Rad Power Bikes pose a serious risk of injury and death from fires, and consumers should stop using them immediately. The lithium-ion batteries have model numbers RP-1304 and HL-RP-S1304.
Stop Using Batteries in Certain Rad Power E-Bikes Due to Fire Hazard, CPSC Warns - Consumer Reports
Rad Power e-bike batteries "pose a risk of serious injury and death," the CPSC says, after 31 reports of fires.
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December 3, 2025 at 11:00 PM
🚨 Certain e-bike batteries from Rad Power Bikes pose a serious risk of injury and death from fires, and consumers should stop using them immediately. The lithium-ion batteries have model numbers RP-1304 and HL-RP-S1304.