Kroger's stock recently closed at $67.03, gaining $1.33 from the previous day and exceeding market returns. However, the company faces a significant legal challenge as Alpha Modus Corp. has filed an amended patent infringement complaint. The lawsuit alleges that Kroger's use of various AI-powered retail and analytics systems infringes on an expanded portfolio of intellectual property. This escalation highlights legal risks associated with the company's digital transformation and adoption of in-store AI technologies, casting scrutiny on its innovation efforts.