I certainly enjoy the security offered by using a credit card but I do miss the anonymity.
Just imagine what would happen if some state?s Attorney General began an investigation into alleged price fixing. He might subpoena the credit card companies for a list of all card holders shopping at Big Store, Inc. Then he might subpoena Big Store for a list of items purchased by the card holders. Before you know it the AG will be able to confirm that Turbinepilot has been buying extra-hefty silk briefs (without fly) in pastel colors with lace trimmings. Granted my fashion sense is scandalous but not criminal.
There should be a way to have ?anonymous credit? by using encryption etc. Maybe I?m just being paranoid but I think I?ll keep using cash for most of my local purchases.
