Uber dealing with "cybersecurity incident" after hacker appears to breach system
There was no indication that Uber's fleet of vehicles or its operation was in any way affected.
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There was no indication that Uber's fleet of vehicles or its operation was in any way affected.
Uber said the group of hackers who targeted other tech companies earlier this year is behind a recent cyberattack. This comes after a teen claimed responsibility for the move. Lily Hay Newman, a senior reporter for Wired, joined "CBS News Mornings" to break down what allowed the Uber hack to happen and what this attack and other similar ones mean for consumers.
After a test period in select U.S. cities, Uber is going nationwide with its new Comfort Electric feature. Passengers will now be able to specifically request an electric vehicle in 14 additional American cities, including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago and Houston. Ben Tracy has more.
Starting on Thursday, Uber's Comfort Electric option is being offered in an additional 15 U.S. cities.
Axios business reporter Hope King joins CBS News to discuss oil-exporting countries' decision to slightly increase production last month, plus Uber's recent announcement that a record number of drivers and delivery earners joined the company last quarter.
The tech industry saw massive gains during the pandemic, but an economic downturn has left some businesses in financial jeopardy. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joined Tony Dokoupil and Lana Zak to discuss the layoffs and hiring freezes happening at top tech companies.
Former Uber lobbyist Mark MacGann has come forward as the source who leaked more than 100,000 company documents known as the "Uber Files." The documents show the ride-hailing giant used covert technology to thwart authorities from investigating Uber's business practices, a Washington Post report reveals. CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano interview Joseph Menn, a technology reporter for "The Washington Post," about the scandal.
A new trove of leaked documents show Uber exploited violence against drivers, duped regulators in bid to kill taxi industry.
Uber is on the defensive as a proposed bill in New York City could limit how many of its drivers are on the roads. Meanwhile, Uber executives face criminal charges in France. Wall Street Journal business editor Dennis Berman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what is behind the backlash.
Uber is bringing back the feature that allows passengers to share rides with strangers for a discounted fare.
As demand for rides increases, Uber plans on rolling out an array of new features for customers.
A California woman raised thousands of dollars online for an Uber driver who helped her after her belongings were stolen at Coachella.
Uber and Lyft riders and drivers may now leave their masks at home, after a judge struck down a federal mask mandate.
New Yorkers shared screenshots of soaring rideshare prices after at least 10 shot in attack that halted train service.
Emmy winner Joseph Gordon-Levitt stars as Uber CEO Travis Kalanick in Showtime's series "Super Pumped: The Battle for Uber." Gordon-Levitt joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about getting into character as the so-called "notorious bad boy of tech" and working on set with award-winning actors Kyle Chandler and Uma Thurman.
Uber will add a temporary surcharge of 45 or 55 cents per ride as gas prices nationwide hit a new record high. Gas is averaging $4.33 a gallon, up by almost 50 cents since last week.
The surcharge on rides and deliveries will depend on the average trip length and gas prices in each market, the company said in its announcement
A new labor coalition is pushing for higher pay, health care and the right to unionize for the gig workforce.
Will Good, 31, wants rideshare companies to be held accountable for their drivers' actions. Uber is among companies maintain their drivers are independent contractors.
After 9-hour crawl through traffic, Andrew Peters said Uber added $400 to his original $200 bill, raising his total to $600.
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The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Uber for allegedly discriminating against disabled passengers by charging an extra fee if they take additional time to board vehicles. Uber says it has changed the policy but vowed to fight the suit. CBSN's Vlad Duthiers has more.
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Federal drug enforcement investigators targeted Jeffrey Epstein and 14 others in a yearslong probe first reported by CBS News.
Michael Ortega Casanova is one of four people who were killed after people aboard a U.S.-registered speedboat allegedly opened fire on Cuba's border patrol.
Trump says he won't let Iran to build a nuclear weapon, and Iran says it doesn't intend to, but as talks resume, experts see war as more likely than a deal.
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Thursday to allow it to end temporary deportation protections for thousands of Syrian immigrants living in the U.S.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave Anthropic until Friday at 5 p.m. to grant the military unresticted use of its AI technology.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is set to meet with the House Oversight Committee on Thursday in New York.
A bipartisan Senate duo is teaming up on legislation that would ban large investment firms from snapping up single-family homes, a measure they say is aimed at the country's housing affordability crunch.
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Thursday to allow it to end temporary deportation protections for thousands of Syrian immigrants living in the U.S.
A mayor and a federal lawmaker called for an investigation into the death of Nurul Amin Shah Alam, a nearly blind blind refugee who went missing after being released by Border Patrol.
Michael Ortega Casanova is one of four people who were killed after people aboard a U.S.-registered speedboat allegedly opened fire on Cuba's border patrol.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave Anthropic until Friday at 5 p.m. to grant the military unresticted use of its AI technology.
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
A bipartisan Senate duo is teaming up on legislation that would ban large investment firms from snapping up single-family homes, a measure they say is aimed at the country's housing affordability crunch.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave the AI company Anthropic an ultimatum about the military's use of its technology, known as Claude.
The prediction market said it suspended Artem Kaptur, an employee of the popular YouTuber MrBeast, for insider trading.
The president reiterated a plan to ban big investors from buying single-family homes, but some experts say bigger remedies are needed.
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Thursday to allow it to end temporary deportation protections for thousands of Syrian immigrants living in the U.S.
As U.S. and Ukrainian officials meet to talk peace, Russia launches drones and missiles and makes it clear there's no rush in Moscow for a ceasefire.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave Anthropic until Friday at 5 p.m. to grant the military unresticted use of its AI technology.
Trump says he won't let Iran to build a nuclear weapon, and Iran says it doesn't intend to, but as talks resume, experts see war as more likely than a deal.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is set to meet with the House Oversight Committee on Thursday in New York.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
Starting in 2027, the Danish pharma firm will sell its weight-loss and diabetes drugs for $675 per month.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has criticized the broadening use of anxiety medications, but doctors and researchers say the MAHA movement is misrepresenting drugs that have been proven to help.
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
The founder of a Kenyan recruitment agency stands accused of deceiving and then trafficking young Kenyans to fight in Russia's war on Ukraine.
As U.S. and Ukrainian officials meet to talk peace, Russia launches drones and missiles and makes it clear there's no rush in Moscow for a ceasefire.
Michael Ortega Casanova is one of four people who were killed after people aboard a U.S.-registered speedboat allegedly opened fire on Cuba's border patrol.
Naval personnel also seized "thousands of liters and kilos of chemical precursors," the Secretariat of the Navy said Wednesday.
Trump says he won't let Iran to build a nuclear weapon, and Iran says it doesn't intend to, but as talks resume, experts see war as more likely than a deal.
Actor and comedian Deon Cole is back to host the NAACP Image Awards. Cole joins CBS News with more on what to expect.
"Survivor" returns Wednesday for its 50th season, featuring fan-favorite contestants over the past 25 years. "CBS Mornings" has a preview of the historic season.
Actor and comedian Martin Short has postponed upcoming dates of his comedy tour with longtime friend Steve Martin as he grieves the sudden death of his 42-year-old daughter, Katherine. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced 17 nominees for its class of 2026, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Iron Maiden and Luther Vandross. The new members will be revealed in April.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
More details are emerging about an apparent deal for OpenAI to obtain $100 billion. Puck's Ian Krietzberg joins CBS News with more on the latest artificial intelligence power play.
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
When a deadly avalanche struck outside Lake Tahoe, California, an iPhone feature allowed the surviving skiers to get the help they needed. Tim Werth, tech editor at Mashable, joins CBS News to explain.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave the AI company Anthropic an ultimatum about the military's use of its technology, known as Claude.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
The founder of a Kenyan recruitment agency stands accused of deceiving and then trafficking young Kenyans to fight in Russia's war on Ukraine.
Members of the House Oversight Committee will depose former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on what she knew about convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This comes as more world leaders face mounting scrutiny over new details revealed in the Epstein files. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
At least 10 FBI employees who investigated President Trump's handling of classified information at Mar-a-Lago have been fired, sources tell CBS News. Errol Barnett reports.
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and former President Bill Clinton are set to be deposed in connection with the Epstein files, as tech giant Bill Gates and President Trump face renewed scrutiny over their apparent links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
The FBI served search warrants at the home of Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent Alberto Carvalho, but the purpose of the search remains unknown. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Fixing the Space Launch System rocket's helium pressurization problem has pushed the Artemis II launch to at least April 1.
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke said he was the crew member whose medical issue required a group of space station fliers to return to Earth earlier than planned last month.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
The space agency said Sunday it's targeting Tuesday for the slow, four-mile trek across Kennedy Space Center, weather permitting.
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