Uber Introduces New Safety Features: 'Verified' Rider Badge and Trip Recording in the US

Sep 17, 2024, 02:34 PM

Uber is introducing new safety features in the US, including a 'verified' rider badge and trip recording capabilities. The 'verified' badge will appear on customer profiles, allowing drivers to see which riders have undergone identity verification. Uber will also check passengers' account information against third-party identity verification databases to enhance driver safety. Additionally, trips can now be recorded on drivers' smartphones. These measures, illustrated by Alex Castro from The Verge, aim to provide drivers and couriers with greater peace of mind.