Uber working on tech to identify drunk riders
Uber has filed a patent for tech that identifies when a rider has had too much to drink.
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The woman laid a complaint with Uber and has been told it's being investigated.
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NZ law is battling to keep up with the changes being introduced by the sharing economy.
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Uber drivers' brazen 'scam' techniques unveiled
An Uber driver reveals the "disgusting" ways dodgy drivers "rip off" innocent passengers.
Fatal Uber crash spurs debate over regulations
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Elaine Herzberg was walking her bicycle when hit and killed by self-driving Uber.
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The Arizona death is believed to be the first involving a self-driving vehicle.
Uber burns through $10.7b of investor money in nine years
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Uber customer warns of $160 'cleaning fee scam'
Customer was sent a photograph by the driver of a mystery mess she never made.
Uber drivers comply with new law
The number of drivers banned by the NZTA ballooned this year before dropping in October.
Uber price surge to $120 leaves 'really bad taste'
An Auckland woman paid close to $120 for an Uber from the city.
Uber and BP offer fuel discounts to drivers
Uber has teamed up with fuel station chain, offering drivers further benefits.
Uber rolls out new charges to users
Uber customers will be now be slapped with a fee for keeping their driver waiting.
Kiwis' private details obtained in global hack of Uber
New Zealanders were caught up in Uber's huge data breach.
Multiple investigations into Uber hack
Britain, Italy and Netherlands have ride-hailing firm in their cross-hairs.
Uber Air to launch in LA by 2020
People will be able to catch an Uber Air for less than the price of a typical taxi.
Uber confirms Isis suspect worked for company
Uber confirms suspected Isis truck driver Sayfullo Saipov passed background checks.
Uber moves into Tauranga
Uber has confirmed it is planning to set up its service in Tauranga.
Uber must stop acting like a conqueror
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Uber hits back as London officials clamp down
More than 400,000 have signed a petition calling for TfL to reverse its decision.
Uber loses licence to operate in London
London's regulator has stripped Uber of its licence to operate from the end of the month.
What not to do in an Uber
Uber has released a list of rules that could see Kiwis banned if they breach them.
Uber faces scrutiny over spying program
FBI agents are investigating program that allegedly allowed Uber to spy on Lyft drivers.
Uber needs a Tim Cook. Can its new CEO deliver?
Dara Khosrowshahi still has to prove he has the skills to manage the intricacy of Uber.
Dark horse candidate could be good for Uber
Uber's new CEO Dara Khosrowshahi is being described as a dark horse.
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After fleeing the Iranian Revolution, this family became highly successful in America.
Former Uber boss sued amid turmoil
A major Uber investor is sueing the company's former chief executive