'We had to get out of the way': The backlash over delivery robots

Delivery robots are facing backlash in the US as they become more common on streets, prompting bans and the formation of protest groups. Residents in some areas are expressing concerns over the robots' presence, citing issues such as sidewalk obstruction and noise pollution. In response to these concerns, some cities are implementing regulations or outright bans on the use of delivery robots. The growing opposition highlights the challenges companies face in integrating their robotic delivery systems into urban environments.

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