Just Eat has announced the launch of a new feature known as the ‘Canc-elation Service’, set to be available from Thursday, March 20. This innovative service employs an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant that helps users generate excuses to avoid social events and meetings, delivering these responses directly through the app in a matter of seconds.

Users seeking an emergency excuse should be on the lookout for a distinctive ‘sparkle’ icon within the Just Eat app. By entering the phrase ‘Help me bail’ into the AI assistant chatbot, participants will receive an immediate, automated response complete with a selection of pre-written excuses. These generated excuses can be easily shared with friends, allowing users to elegantly decline various engagements.

Shabaz Ali, known as Just Eat’s Canc-elation King and a TikTok comedian, commented on the service’s appeal, stating, “I’m totally guilty of last minute-flaking but I’m clearly not the only one. We’ve all tried to swerve plans with a dodgy excuse, but now you can have a laugh at the same time with Just Eat’s excuse generator, complete with excuses by yours truly. There’s no shame in admitting a night curled up in your oodie with your go-to Just Eat order beats a night on the town.”

Additionally, Just Eat is set to reward users as part of this launch. A total of 1,000 customers who utilise the Canc-elation service during its initial rollout will have the opportunity to claim a £20 voucher. This promotion will run from 12pm to 3pm on March 20 and will continue until March 24, during which selected customers can obtain these vouchers.

The Canc-elation service will be available for download through the Just Eat app starting March 20, presenting a new avenue for those looking to gracefully bow out of unwanted engagements while potentially enjoying a night in with their favourite takeaways.

Source: Noah Wire Services