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Uber tightens US driver background checks amid lawsuits

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from Engadget ·

Uber is expanding background checks for US drivers and couriers following sexual assault lawsuits. The new process will include continuous monitoring of criminal records. The company aims to improve safety and rebuild trust with riders.

Meridian48 take
This move addresses long-standing safety concerns but raises questions about privacy and the effectiveness of background checks in preventing incidents.
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