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US Opens Criminal Investigation Into Uber

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The US government is investigating Uber for the use of secret software called Greyball that allows it to operate in areas where it is banned or restricted, says the Washington Post The US government has launched a criminal investigation into Uber for the use of secret software that enabled the company to operate in areas … Read more

Uber Vows Not To Trick Regulators With ‘Greyball’ Tool

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Uber on Wednesday promised not to use a recently uncovered “Greyball” software program to trick regulators trying to catch drivers breaking the law. The smartphone-summoned ride service last week acknowledged the use of the secret software program to steer drivers away from trouble, including sting operations by local authorities to catch lawbreakers. “We have started … Read more