Beggars with QR Codes
By Arya
@yoalldudes (35040)
Philippines
December 15, 2021 8:41pm CST
As the world is turning into cashless society, even beggars have laminated QR codes while begging on the streets.
Technology has advanced but I wonder if there poverty level has changed. A utopia would be AI doing menial jobs while people living life leisurely and doing higher pursuits like creative work and self development
A dystopian scenario would be a one world authoritarian government ruling everyone like slaves like in George Orwell's 1984 book . I wonder which one will be the reality in the next decade.
12 people like this
14 responses
@solidcodes (1690)
• Philippines
16 Dec 21
Many beggars pretending to be poor but in reality they are just con artist.
6 people like this
@betlynfrnds (4060)
• United States
16 Dec 21
@solidcodes I remember hearing that too.
1 person likes this
@ptrikha_2 (45463)
• India
17 Dec 21
@solidcodes
And now some ask for blankets instead of cash!
2 people like this
@ptrikha_2 (45463)
• India
16 Dec 21
There are beggars in India with even Doctorates!
A few even managed to earn enough to buy a house!
When asked, many beggars say that begging is their profession just like being a doctor is to some!!
However, sadly, there are most beggars who are forced into this work by unscrupulous gangs who take most of the money that they collect.
Even NGOs cannot do much about them.
However, sadly, there are most beggars who are forced into this work by unscrupulous gangs who take most of the money that they collect.
Even NGOs cannot do much about them.3 people like this
@ptrikha_2 (45463)
• India
17 Dec 21
@yoalldudes
It is like a very educated person opting for a career as an Underworld don!!
By the way many in politics here are also seen in a negative light!!
By the way many in politics here are also seen in a negative light!!@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
16 Dec 21
I dont understand why would people with good education (doctorate) be beggars?
1 person likes this
@rsa101 (37933)
• Philippines
16 Dec 21
Or they may just be taken advantage of those that are tech-savvy syndicates in the hope that someone would take pity on them and pay them virtually. I really do not think that they are that knowledge that they have their virtual wallets and could access them online.
1 person likes this
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
16 Dec 21
That aspect came up in this discussion. I never thought of it that way but I was perplexed at how they learn the technology. That could be a possible explanation.
1 person likes this
@rsa101 (37933)
• Philippines
16 Dec 21
@yoalldudes I think that is very much possible that someone is taking advantage of their poverty that they are given those QR codes and just share meager earnings from what they earn from it. For any beggars, I think that would be acceptable just to survive.
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
17 Dec 21
@rsa101 Do you think we should give or dont give to beggars? After all, its like their survival income. But the scary part is if the bad people use the money for other criminal activities which are terrifying.
1 person likes this
@Edsamacos (557)
• Philippines
16 Dec 21
They are advance in technology. Or maybe they are trying to be in.
1 person likes this
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
16 Dec 21
I think it s a necessity because some would want to give them donation but doesnt have cash on hand and only have money in their phones.
2 people like this
@ptrikha_2 (45463)
• India
16 Dec 21
@yoalldudes
The beggars' masters would be training them.
Often with the collusion of police!
2 people like this
@ptrikha_2 (45463)
• India
17 Dec 21
@yoalldudes
Are such things prevalent in your area as well?
1 person likes this
@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
17 Dec 21
Technology has invaded everyone's life irrespective of the economic status. I don't encourage begging. And many of these beggars are actually a fake one. It's a big racket in India. I overlook them. One can earn with dignity doing menial jobs.
1 person likes this
@arunima25 (85269)
• Bangalore, India
17 Dec 21
@yoalldudes I feel the same way. And I keep reading about how it's a big syndicate racket. I chose not to help and ignore. Though it is very tough to do so at times.
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
17 Dec 21
@arunima25 I dont know how is it here in our place.
1 person likes this
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
17 Dec 21
Although I want to help people on the streets, I become hesitant because it is like encouraging them. Im conflicted in this area.
1 person likes this
@averygirl72 (37716)
• Philippines
17 Dec 21
Really? Beggars using QR codes. I see a beggar last day with laminated envelope asking for money
@ptrikha_2 (45463)
• India
18 Dec 21
@averygiel72
It could be the "smarter" beggars who are now using QR codes !
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
16 Dec 21
@askme123 You can say that in a way. It could be blockchain.
1 person likes this
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
16 Dec 21
It is how they receive money electronically.
1 person likes this
@RasmaSandra (73367)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
18 Dec 21
If only all the beggars were truly in need of help, Many pretend just to get money from others,
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
19 Dec 21
Still better to teach to fish than to give fish. Those people cause injustice to those who reallly need help.
1 person likes this
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
4 Feb 22
I hope slowly people wake and not just embrace whatever is thrown at us.
@TheHorse (205635)
• Walnut Creek, California
17 Dec 21
We almost wound up with something like that here in the US. Democracy prevailed by a precariously small margin. I don't give money to beggars, whether they be Donald Trump or guys (and gals) at stoplights. But I DO give time and material objects like clothing to those I can tell are in need.
1 person likes this
@everwonderwhy (6697)
•
17 Dec 21
This Orwellian 'prophecy' seems to be happening now. And many of us freedom-loving humanity won't have it!
I have not submitted to any QR/digital identification or passport.
@everwonderwhy (6697)
•
18 Dec 21
@yoalldudes I agree. I still have faith in humanity, our children the younger generation in the ways of God and His purpose.
I have come across a group and shared 1 Corinthians 2. It strengthened my trust, hope and purpose -- no matter what. "No eye has seen, no ear has heard
and no one’s heart has imagined
all the things that God has prepared
for those who love him.” Isaiah 64:4
God bless you, too!
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
19 Dec 21
@everwonderwhy That is good. Spreading positivity and unity is what we can do. I like the video by Abhigya where he mentioned about praying to god, whichever religion because all religions it is the same one God.
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
17 Dec 21
It seems a lot of people are starting to become aware. I was thinking if people let this happen the children would think it is the normal way of life. They can be easily brainwashed. So it seems the responsibility of this generation to make sure that we preserve the freedom.
But I think one will be able to resist only if one is self sufficient. Some are investing in farmlands and homesteads.
1 person likes this
@everwonderwhy (6697)
•
17 Dec 21
What my husband and I can do is invite a beggar in a take-away counter of a restaurant and order for them and we'd pay for what they want.
1 person likes this
@yoalldudes (35040)
• Philippines
17 Dec 21
That is such a kind gesture. Blessings to you.
1 person likes this
@solidcodes (1690)
• Philippines
16 Dec 21
Where id you saw a beggar with QR code?
1 person likes this
