Waymo is reportedly building a charity 'tipping' feature into its robotaxi app | TechCrunch
Jan 28, 2025 - techcrunch.com
Alphabet-owned Waymo may be testing a new feature that allows robotaxi riders to add a tip for charity after their ride. This potential feature was discovered by security researcher Jane Manchun Wong, who found it while reverse engineering Waymo's Android app. Wong shared her findings in a post on X, revealing that the app includes an "add a 'tip'" button leading to a dropdown menu where users can select a charity to receive their tip.
Waymo has not yet provided any official information or confirmation regarding this feature. TechCrunch reached out to the company for more details but has not received a response. The feature, if implemented, could offer riders a way to contribute to charitable causes directly through their Waymo rides.
Key takeaways:
Waymo might test a feature allowing robotaxi riders to tip charities after a ride.
Jane Manchun Wong discovered the feature by reverse engineering Waymo's Android app.
The feature includes a dropdown menu for selecting a charity.
Waymo has not responded to requests for more information about the feature.
