Coffee Shops Ditch WiFi and Laptops To Limit Remote Work

Coffee shops across the US are limiting internet access and laptop use to counter remote workers occupying their establishments for hours. Some shops, like Devocion in New York, restrict WiFi to specific times, while others, like Alba in Detroit, have eliminated it altogether. The restrictions aim to boost customer turnover, improve sales, and revive the community atmosphere that is often lost due to extended laptop use. By limiting internet access, coffee shops hope to create a more welcoming environment for all customers, rather than just catering to remote employees.