"Costco Trials Member ID Scanners to Combat Card Sharing"

Costco is testing membership card scanners at some entrances to crack down on card sharing, with a pilot program launched at "a few" locations. The move aims to match members to their cards at the door for an improved member experience. This comes after the store began seeing abuse of card-sharing, particularly with the introduction of self-service checkout registers. The crackdown has sparked divided opinions among customers, with some expressing concerns about trust and flexibility. The move aligns with a broader trend of companies cracking down on membership and subscription sharing, as seen in the streaming world with Disney+ and Netflix.