Major self-checkout update spells the end of the ‘banana trick’ after Walmart CEO warned of ‘historically high’ thefts

REPORTS of self-checkout-related thefts have become more widespread in recent years, leading to stark warnings from execs at major retailers. Walmart CEO Doug McMillon said shoplifting is at a “historically high” level, adding it could cause prices to rise or shops to shut if it’s not addressed. 1 Technology has been developed that can improve the quality of self-checkout machines (stock image) Credit: Alamy Technology has been developed that not only enhances the quality of self-checkout machines but could stop suspected shoplifters from using tactics such as the “banana trick”, Retail Wire reported. That’s where customers scan an expensive item… Read Full Article