OpenTable’s open secret

🍷 OpenTable’s open secret: Every time you book through OpenTable, it’s quietly tracking you like the NSA. Not just your favorite drink but how long you stay, how much you spend and even if you’re a “late canceler.” Hosts see AI-generated notes like “frequent reviewer,” “high spender” or my personal favorite, “dines longer than average.” It’s only a matter of time before a class-action lawsuit blows the doors open and we see the dirt on us. I’m sure mine says, “Takes 10 minutes to explain how she wants her salmon cooked. Olive oil only, no butter. Center cut. Medium well with a light dusting of blackened seasoning. Two fresh lemon wedges on the side.” Although I would prefer, “Warning: Has strong opinions on fish and isn’t afraid to scale up.”

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