Platform workers across cities went on strike on New Year's Eve to protest poor working conditions and unreasonable delivery time expectations. The article questions the cost of convenience for customers, highlighting the health and safety risks faced by workers who are pressured to rush deliveries. While platforms argue risks are exaggerated due to proximity of dark stores, the short windows still cause unnecessary haste. The piece suggests that the demand for immediate gratification, driven by competitive platforms, places an undue burden on workers.