On July 12, 2024, it was announced that the MLB will be introducing robotic bartenders during All-Star Week, which has sparked mixed reactions from fans [b06f4de4]. The first system, called ADAM, is an artificial intelligence-driven service robot developed by Richtech Robotics Inc. ADAM is capable of making drinks, cleaning up after itself, greeting customers, and engaging in simple conversations. Another robot bartender, called Rotender, will also be available [b06f4de4].
While some fans have expressed excitement about the introduction of AI-robot bartenders, others have voiced concerns about job displacement and potential delays or breakdowns. Many fans have taken to social media to share their opinions, with some stating that they prefer human bartenders and will not be tipping the robots [b06f4de4].
The 2024 MLB All-Star Game is scheduled to take place on July 16, 2024, in Arlington, Texas [b06f4de4].