AI agents taking restaurant reservations sparks ethical debate
TuhinChakr · x · 2026-08-18
A developer shared a story about his personal AI agent, named Hannah, built to manage his life including calendar and school tasks. To secure tables at popular NYC restaurants, he tasked the agent with making reservations. However, this automation led to a conflict with his wife and nearly ruined his marriage. The incident highlights a growing concern: as AI agents become capable of efficiently snatching scarce resources, humans face unfair competition in daily life.
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