The Dutch Data Protection Authority fined Uber $966 million for using automated systems to suspend drivers without sufficient transparency, as revealed in an August 17 decision.
The penalty was imposed for deactivating driver accounts through automated systems
Aug 22, 2026
11:41 am
What's the storyUber has been slapped with a fine of €825 million ($966 million) by the Dutch Data Protection Authority.
The penalty was imposed for deactivating driver accounts through automated systems without proper notification.
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