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NYC’s new high tech subway turnstiles defeated by hat

Gail P Sherman
Jan 20, 2026
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New York City’s newest attempt to prevent subway fare evasion can be beaten by simply tossing a hat. As seen in this video, dropping a hat triggers the motion sensor that opens the gate for exiting passengers. The gate not only opens without a fare being paid, but stays open long enough for the enterprising fellow’s entire crew to slip through…

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