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Your Big Mac might cost more if McDonald's AI thinks people nearby can afford it

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  1. handoflixue · · focus · HN ↗
    "price food items differently depending on where they are bought"

    Everyone is aware that they have been doing this since forever, right?

    Like, you've traveled to a different location, and discovered prices are different in different cities?

    Or how prices downtown are usually higher?

    Some of the other companies discussed go beyond this, yes, but the headline is just absurd

    1. tokioyoyo · · focus · HN ↗
      They definitely do, I agree. But it's also fun to see how some other companies keep the prices uniform across the country, here in Japan. Real estate prices are insanely different between my neighbourhood and 2 hours outside of the city. Yet the products are the same prices. I understand the general idea, reasons, and logistics, but it's still fun to experience it.
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