Tipping Culture and the Rise of Robotic Assistance
Thursday, 12 September 2024, 02:34
Tipping Culture Compared to Robotic Assistance
Tipping culture has reached a significant turning point with self-checkout systems now soliciting tips from customers. This raises intriguing questions about the social norms surrounding gratuity.
People's Reactions to Robotic Tipping
- "Am I tipping this machine or am I tipping myself?" Price asks.
- "This is ridiculous: it was self-checkout and it asked me for a tip. I've had enough of tipping culture."
This shift in perception regarding tipping and robotic assistance prompts discussions on the evolving nature of service industries.
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