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Conversation: Uber quietly pilots in-app video recording for drivers in India Crunch

A: Hey there! Heard anything interesting?
B: Not really, what's up?

A: So, did you know Uber started this secret video recording thing for drivers in India?
B: No way! What's that about?

A: They're doing it to prevent misconduct since most drivers don't use dashcams. Riders can be mean sometimes and even threaten drivers with false complaints.
B: Wow, that sounds tough for the drivers! But what if Uber doesn't help them out in cases involving riders?

A: Exactly! Drivers said this video tool could protect them by providing evidence when disputes happen. But it raises questions about privacy too, especially since it's one of their big markets.
B: That makes sense. I wonder if and when they'll roll it out here in Japan or other places.
Summary
Uber secretly records videos of drivers in India for misconduct prevention, as most drivers do not use dashcams. This measure aims to protect drivers against false complaints from riders. However, concerns about privacy have been raised, particularly due to the market's size. It remains unclear if
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URL: https://techcrunch.com/2025/11/13/uber-quietly-pilots-in-app-video-recording-for-drivers-in-india/#conversation

Date: Nov. 14, 2025

Notes: 2025-11-14

Created: 2025/11/14 04:42

Updated: 2025/12/07 22:11

Last Read: 2025/11/14 07:26