Pakistani content creator tries out palm scanning to pay for groceries, says 'China living in 2050'

Pakistani content creator Rana Hamza Saif's video went viral on social media after he shared how he and his friends used a fascinating new payment method in which you don't need anything but your hand which also showcased the cutting-edge technology of China. 

The video was filmed in Zhuzhou and in the clip, Saif and his friends were seen visiting a local grocery store. 

In the video, one of his friends was seen buying something using a palm payment system as others watched in astonishment. 

The content creator then explained that if the palm of a person is registered, then they can make payment at any place in China by just waving their hand. 

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After the transaction was successful, some friends of Saif appreciated the advancement in technology while others were left stunned. “China Is Living In 2050,” said the caption of the post.

Here's how netizens reacted to the video

The video recently went viral and received more than nine million views on Instagram as various comments poured in from viewers.

“This is the future; I can’t believe we’re seeing it today!” said a user.  

“China is always a step ahead in technology—what an incredible system!” another wrote. 

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“This would make life so much easier; I hope it spreads globally," commented a third user.  

“China is obviously ahead of most of the world, including the USA," wrote a fourth user. 

The technology was earlier highlighted by RPG Group chairman Harsh Goenka who had posted a similar clip.

In his video, a woman was seen speaking about using the palm payment method in Beijing. 

“Living in China, I’m accustomed to cashless payments through QR codes and facial recognition technology, and now I can even pay with my bare hands," she said.

Commenting on the video, Goenka wrote, “Technology continues to simplify our lives.”

(With inputs from agencies)