Uber Apply For Patent To AI System That Could Be Used To Source Victims For Driver Predators

It’s been alleged that Uber may soon be patenting a system of artificial intelligence (AI) with facial recognition, which will distinguish whether the passenger is a regular rider or a licensing compliance office....a bit like their previous GreyBall system. 

They hope to get this under the radar by announcing the system will  identifying drunk passengers with artificial intelligence, according to information published on Thursday. 

They are saying with the technology, Uber could better tailor its ride options for customers, but opponents believe it’s another system to deceive the regulators. 

The patent application describes a system that learns how you typically use the Uber app, (as did GreyBall) so that it can identify unusual behaviour (like compliance perhaps)  

The system relies on an algorithm to weigh a variety of factors, including typos, how precisely a user clicks on links and buttons, walking speed, and how long it takes to request a ride. The time of day, and where a ride is requested may also be considered. In other words Uber will be spying on and collecting masses of data from its users. 

For example, it's a good bet that a person walking down a street at 1 a.m. Saturday in a nightlife district while clumsily typing probably isn't sober.

Uber driver have a history of serious sexual assault on drunk passengers. Will predators working for Uber who haven’t had proper DBS checks be using this system to source new victims? 

The patent also says that the service Uber provides to the user could change, as a result. More secrecy !!!

Uber states: Drivers may be warned of their passenger's state and riders in an especially unusual state may only be matched with drivers with relevant experience or training,.... but it’s generally felt that the system could well be used by  drivers with unsafe previous!!!

At best victims could be sourced by unscrupulous Uber drivers, to be charged unnecessary cleaning fees of up to £100. Uber has recent from for this practise used by drivers to inflate their earnings.

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End summer on a high: 2 weeks all inclusive in Mexico from £871pp w/ flights, bags & transfers

Pirates, finish off summer with a bang on an all inclusive holiday to marvellous Mexico -- a 2-week holiday starts from as little as £871 per person, based on 2 sharing! You'll be staying at a First Choice hotel -- the Royal Decameron Complex -- located in beautiful Nuevo Vallarta on the Mexican coast. As… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Uber Apply For Patent To AI System That Could Be Used To Source Victims For Driver Predators

It’s been alleged that Uber may soon be patenting a system of facial recognition which will distinguish whether the passenger is a regular rider or a licensing regulation office.... but like their previous GreyBall system. 

They hope to get this under the radar by announcing the system will  identifying drunk passengers with artificial intelligence, according to information published on Thursday. 

They are saying with the technology, Uber could better tailor its ride options for customers, but opponents believe it’s another system to deceive the regulators. 

The patent application describes a system that learns how you typically use the Uber app, (as did GreyBall) so that it can identify unusual behaviour (like compliance perhaps)  

The system relies on an algorithm to weigh a variety of factors, including typos, how precisely a user clicks on links and buttons, walking speed, and how long it takes to request a ride. The time of day, and where a ride is requested may also be considered. In other words Uber will be spying on and collecting masses of data from its users. 

For example, it's a good bet that a person walking down a street at 1 a.m. Saturday in a nightlife district while clumsily typing probably isn't sober.

Uber driver have a history of serious sexual assault on drunk passengers. Will predators working for Uber who haven’t had proper DBS checks be using this system to source new victims? 

The patent also says that the service Uber provides to the user could change, as a result. More secrecy !!!

Uber states: Drivers may be warned of their passenger's state and riders in an especially unusual state may only be matched with drivers with relevant experience or training,.... but it’s generally felt that the system could well be used by  drivers with unsafe previous!!!

At best victims could be sourced by unscrupulous Uber drivers, to be charged unnecessary cleaning fees of up to £100. Uber has recent from for this practise used by drivers to inflate their earnings.

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Wunder-bargains! Summer flights to Germany from £18rtn (Berlin, Hamburg, Frankfurt & more)

Summer is upon us pirates, so jet off to the land of Weizenbier, Wurst and World Cup trophies with these bargain fares to Germany! We've spotted great prices on flights to Berlin, Frankfurt (am Main), Hamburg, Cologne and more! There are flights available various airports in the UK, with departures ranging from June to September.… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Ultra-Low Emission Zone to expand up to North & South Circular says Mayor Sadiq Khan

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The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, today confirmed that the capital’s Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) will be expanded up to the North and South Circular boundary in 2021.The new ULEZ will cover an area 18 times larger than the Central London Ultra Low Emission Zone and will affect large numbers of polluting vehicles that don’t comply with strict emission standards. It is estimated that 100,000 cars, 35,000 vans and 3,000 lorries might be affected by the expanded zone and tighter standards every day.These bold measures will deliver a major improvement to Londoners health by reducing the toxic air quality that is currently responsible for thousands of premature deaths and other serious conditions. Research demonstrates these effects disproportionately impact the poorest Londoners.Recent studies by the University of Oxford have shown the health damage from cars and vans costs £6 billion annually to the NHS and society, with the bill from London vehicles totalling £650 million a year.Expanding the ULEZ beyond central London and strict standards for heavy vehicles across London will result in more than 100,000 Londoners no longer living in areas exceeding legal air quality limits in 2021, a reduction of nearly 80 per cent compared to without expansion. All areas of London are expected to see reductions in pollution, including on the North and South Circular Roads and only 4 per cent of roads in Outer London are expected to exceed legal limits in 2021.The expanded zone will be managed in the same way as the central London ULEZ, which is being delivered in April 2019, 17 months earlier than planned and will operate on top of the congestion charge, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.Drivers within the expanded zone using non-compliant vehicles will pay a daily ULEZ charge of £12.50, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. These include:

• motorbikes that do not meet Euro 3 standards• petrol cars and vans that do not meet Euro 4 standards (roughly the equivalent to not being more than fifteen years old for cars in 2021)• diesel cars and vans that do not meet Euro 6 standards (roughly the equivalent to not being more than six years old for cars in 2021)Across London diesel buses, coaches and lorries will need to meet the Euro 6 standard.Following an extensive consultation, the Mayor will also tighten the standards for the most polluting heavy vehicles including buses, coaches and lorries across the whole of London from October 2020, using the same boundary as the existing Low Emission Zone.The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: “Tackling London’s lethal air and safeguarding the health of Londoners requires bold action. Air pollution is a national health crisis and I refuse to stand back as thousands of Londoners breathe in air so filthy that it shortens our life expectancy, harms our lungs and worsens chronic illness.“I promised hard-hitting measures to tackle our shameful air pollution and today City Hall is confirming the next stage of our plans to expand the Ultra-Low Emission Zone up to the north and south circular roads.“We’re doing everything in our power to tackle this issue and are starting to see improvements in air quality with the wide-ranging action we’ve taken already on tackling the most polluting cars, and cleaning up our bus and taxi fleet. An expanded Ultra-Low Emission Zone, in conjunction with the Central London ULEZ, will really help transform the air that millions of Londoners breathe.“Some motorists will need help switching to greener transport options, which is why City Hall are urging Ministers to deliver a diesel scrappage scheme to get the dirtiest cars off our roads and offer drivers a fair deal, especially the many diesel drivers who brought vehicles thinking they were more environmentally friendly after Government advice.”

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Marvellous Marrakech: 7nts winter break from £148pp incl. 3* riad & flights

Pirates, if you want to wander through the winding streets of Marrakech, check out this deal: 7 nights from £148pp including the 3* Riad Boutouil & flights. Morocco is perfect for a winter break, with temperatures in the balmy 20's even in December. Secure today with a deposit from only £35pp. Holiday details: Travel duration:… jcrdawes POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Neapolitan Riveriera break: 4nts from £119pp incl. quirky hotel, breakfast & flights

Pirates, pack for Italy's glorious Neapolitan Riviera with a 4-night break from £119pp including the 3* Purple Sorrento Hotel, breakfast & flights. This quirky property is in a former convent along the Sorrento coast, offering great views of the Gulf of Naples. Holiday details: Travel duration: 7 nights (longer or shorter stays possible) Example date:… jcrdawes POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Uber driver likely to lose licence after getting caught selling illegal substance outside UK university

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An Uber driver who was filmed in a BBC documentary inhaling psychoactive substance, nitrous oxide, before joining the ride-hailing app, has been caught selling the banned substance to students outside Northumbria University. The documentary called Inside Out, which was filmed in 2016, saw asylum seeker Siavash Taheri, inhaling the substance before it was made illegal, and only a year later he was caught selling boxes of the gas canisters to a female university student. When police searched Mr Taheri's home, they found 61 large boxes containing 36,000 canisters. Security guards at the university confirmed seeing Taheri's car parked outside the university on a number of occasions. Taheri claimed he was selling the canisters for "legitimate" uses and not to be used as a recreational drug, but according to a report in the Daily Mail, a female buyer confirmed she had purchased nitrous oxide from him on a number of occasions and had his name on her phone under "nossman". Judge Mallett sentenced Taheri to nine months imprisonment, suspended for two years, with rehabilitation requirements. Taheri is likely to lose his private hire licence now as a result of the conviction.

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Late season Costa Brava break from £170pp - incl. 7nts hotel & flights

Autumn sunshine doesn't costa lot when you browse our Holiday Finder dear pirates. We don't intend to let the summer end this year, so we'll be jetting off to the Costa Brava for 7 nights at Boix Mar in Blanes. Click here for some September sunshine, or browse our Calendar Feature for departures in other… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Hot USA flight fares: Los Angeles to London from £35 one way

We have found incredible flight prices from Los Angeles to London, starting from just £35 one way. Many dates are also under £50 one way. We've found available dates in late 2018 and early 2019. These flights are operated by Norwegian and come with 10kg carry on luggage, with the option to add on checked… Michael POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

We Love Lisbon: Return flights from £44 this autumn

This deal is sweeter than a Portuguese egg tart pirates! Our Flights Finder is offering up some great deals to luscious Lisbon, one of Europe's hidden gems. The Portuguese capital is easy on the wallet and boasts a lovely climate, as well as delicious food (and wine!) The cheapest flights depart in autumn. Find more… Samcana POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

New York early bird break from £491pp: 4nts incl. 4* Times Square hotel & direct flights

The Big Apple is calling you pirates! Be in the heart of the action in New York City - our Holidays Finder has a great price on a 4* hotel just a block from Times Square. Prices start from just £491 per person, based on 2 sharing in January and this includes 4 nights at… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Luxe 5* Kos break 3nts from £341pp - incl. Suite w/ outdoor Jacuzzi, flights, breakfast & more

Kos you deserve it, pirates! We've laid eyes on this luxurious escape placing you at the brand new, Adults Only 5* White Rock of Kos in the village of Kefalos. Here you will be staying in a stunning Junior Suite enjoying your very own private outdoor Jacuzzi with sweeping sea views. Breakfast, flights and airport… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Epic Italy-to-Caribbean 13nt cruise from £339pp - incl. meals (just £100pp more to add drinks)

Mateys, we've discovered another barrrgain trans-Atlantic cruise that we think you'll love. Starting in Italy and sailing to the Caribbean, via France and Spain, this 13-night cruise works out at just £26 per person, per night -- the total price is £339 per person, based on 2 sharing. It departs later this year, so not… Niamh_UK POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Fantastic family holidays in Orlando Florida from £434pp - 7nts hotel, flights, luggage & car hire

Pirates, it can be super expensive to head to Orlando in Florida so if you are able to travel this June or July you should take a look at these getaways. These family holidays in Orlando are with Tui and are really great prices for this time of year and in summer. Holiday details Duration… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Santorini summer group getaway from £350pp - 7nts 3* hotel, flights, luggage & transfers

Pirates, Santorini is simply stunning but it can be super expensive to got there in the summer, until now, we have come across this great group getaway in Santorini departing in July for £350 per person. The holiday is based on 4 sharing but couples can travel for £410 each. You can save £50 off… Lola POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Waymo brought it's driverless vehicle's to European streets for the first time this month

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Driverless vehicle giants Waymo have tested their latest technology on European soil for the first time on June 1. Waymo showed off a fleet of it's cars at Italy's Balocco Proving Ground. It's "level 4" system was in operation with no human drivers behind the wheel ready for assisting. A total of 70 rides were undertaken in an controlled environment. This is the first time Waymo has tested its vehicles outside of the U.S, where it already has a fleet of cars operating in several cities.Waymo hope to launch it's ride-hailing service in Phoenix later this year, but has yet to reveal it's plans of expanding across to Europe. The company has now covered over six million self-driving miles since it started working on driverless technology in 2009. Waymo is considered the leading firm in it's field of autonomy and is expected to reach "level 5", where no traditional human controls are required, at some point in the future. According to a report in the Business Insider, Waymo are now letting ordinary people sign up to test its self-driving cars in Phoenix Arizona.

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5* Luxury Cyprus escape 3nts from £365pp - incl. spa hotel, flights & breakfast

Ahoy mateys! We've spotted some last minute rates to the award-winning 5* Azia Resort & Spa in Paphos, Cyprus where you will be staying in the lap of luxury surrounded by lush Mediterranean vegetation. This holiday is available throughout the season we found some good June rates but you could also book your winter… Cee POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Wonderful Warsaw: 4nts from £159pp incl. 4* aparthotel & flights

Pirates, pop to Poland with 4 nights in Warsaw from £159pp including the 4* Platinum Residence Aparthotel & flights. Warsaw is a lively city full of history, culture and a mix of architecture, so it's a great place to spend a few days. Holiday details: Travel duration: 4 nights (longer or shorter stays possible) Example… jcrdawes POSTS ARE NOT OUR ENDORSEMENT

Gett look to raise $350 million as plans for larger amount is shelved

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Global ride-hailing app Gett are seeking to raise $350 million as plans for a larger fundraiser is shelved according to Israeli financial website Calcalist today. Calcalist claim Gett may have faced problems bringing in new larger investment due to its perceived high valuation of $2 billion.

Gett are looking for new investment following a $300 million fundraiser from Volkswagen in 2016.

Gett operate in more than 100 cities across Europe. In London alone, nearly half of all black cabs run on Gett. The ride hailing company also claim to the global leader in business ground travel, trusted by over 12,000 leading corporations worldwide.

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