cross-posted from: https://programming.dev/post/38101225

Imagine this: you walk into a public restroom in China, but instead of just grabbing toilet paper… you have to scan a QR code and watch an ad first 😅. Only then will the machine dispense a tiny sheet of tissue. Don’t feel like watching? You can also pay 0.5 RMB (about $0.07) for a bit more paper 💸. This system is designed to cut down waste — some people would abuse free paper before. Now, it’s all about “watch an ad or pay a coin.” Would you sit through an ad for free toilet paper, or just drop the 0.5 yuan? 👀 . . .

Source: China Insider on Instagram.

Comments
    • morphballganon@mtgzone.comEnglish
      21·
      2 months ago

      Because 100% of the population would never stoop to going unwiped?

      Or because those who would already do so?

      • FreedomAdvocateEnglish
        1·
        2 months ago

        People in China already don’t have toilet paper in public toilets. They know to bring their own wipes.