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That grocery app convenience? It's costing you more than time.
Beyond the speedy delivery, these platforms use clever nudges, fees, and recommendations to inflate your basket and encourage impulse purchases. Are you falling for it?
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That grocery app convenience? It's costing you more than time.
Beyond the speedy delivery, these platforms use clever nudges, fees, and recommendations to inflate your basket and encourage impulse purchases. Are you falling for it?