Uber announced sweeping changes to its background checks Friday after a New York Times investigation in December revealed how the ride-hailing giant’s policies allowed for drivers with many types of ...

Pressured by recent lawsuits claiming Uber didn't do enough to prevent sexual assault, the ride-sharing company has announced stricter background check requirements for drivers. "After listening to a ...

Uber’s business depends on a simple but fragile exchange of trust. A customer opens an app, confirms a name and license plate, and gets into a stranger’s car. This routine has become normal for ...