I recently went shopping at Asda and opted to use the scan-and-shop method. In order to release a scanner I had to input my phone number on the little screen there. To my surprise a message appeared on the screen greeting me by name! I found it slightly disconcerting that Asda apparently has access to personal details from a phone number. Is that not an invasion of privacy? Now I wonder what else they can access about us via our phone number. I’m not a regular Asda customer and do not hold a loyalty card, and have not, to my knowledge, ever given Asda any of my details previously. Am I being naive?
Good Morning Wednesday 22nd April 2026
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