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EPISODE · Dec 15, 2025 · 59 MIN

Uber Ad Targeting, Package Scams, DoorDash Hack & More | Gig News | Ep 281

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We would love to hear your feedback!Ep 281 News LinksTwo hosts dig into the latest gig economy twists: Uber’s targeted ads built on trip insights, DoorDash account takeovers draining restaurant payouts, porch pirates using Wi‑Fi jammers, and the messy realities behind driverless rides. We weigh security fixes, fair pay, and where AI helps or hurts.• Uber ads tied to anonymised trip insights and rising rider prices• DoorDash merchant hacks via email credential theft and weak 2FA• Package theft escalation with Wi‑Fi jammers and hardwired camera defenses• Uber DUI arrest mid‑ride and rider safety concerns• Discrimination claim against an Uber driver and policy enforcement• Instacart’s ChatGPT integration and conversational commerce• Waymo roadside assists for doors, belts and cleaning standards• License plate reader side hustle economics and feasibility• Culture wars over “real jobs” in delivery and flexible work value• Practical tips for securing payouts, packages and vehiclesSupport the showEverything Gig Economy Podcast Related: https://gigeconomyshow.com/Download the Audio Podcast: https://thegigeconomypodcast.buzzsprout.com Love the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a Patron. Tier #2 we offer free merch, an Extra in-depth podcast per month, and an NSFW pre-show https://www.patreon.com/thegigeconpodcastOctopus is a mobile entertainment tablet for your riders. Earn 100.00 per month for having the tablet in your car! No cost for the driver!https://playoctopus.page.link/HD2FBKJzFqRR35YE9 Your car stinks, use this! https://bit.ly/Driftsents The Gig Economy Podcast Group Download Telegram 1st, then click on the link to join. https://t.me/joinchat/R42wUR2QGhCi2gBDTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gigeconomypodcast?Subscribe on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/c...

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We would love to hear your feedback! Ep 281 News Links Two hosts dig into the latest gig economy twists: Uber’s targeted ads built on trip insights, DoorDash account takeovers draining restaurant payouts, porch pirates using Wi‑Fi jammers, and the messy realities behind driverless rides. We weigh security fixes, fair pay, and where AI helps or hurts. • Uber ads tied to anonymised trip insights and rising rider prices • DoorDash merchant hacks via email credential theft and weak 2FA • Package...

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