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Technology • 3 years ago

This Motorcycle Airbag Vest Will Stop Working If You Miss a Payment

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This Motorcycle Airbag Vest Will Stop Working If You Miss a Payment

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Technology • 3 years ago

Charging extra for safety features is nothing new, but actively disabling them for missed payments may be the future.

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Wow, a subscription-based safety vest. Just when you think humanity couldn’t reach a new low.

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