Pivot U.K. says Uber drivers are employees, and the future of cyber attacks
Feb 23, 2021
Nicole Perlroth, a New York Times cybersecurity reporter and bestselling author, dives into the significant U.K. Supreme Court ruling declaring Uber drivers as employees, transforming the gig economy landscape. She discusses the far-reaching implications for companies and labor rights. The conversation also shifts to the alarming rise of cyberattacks in the U.S., including the government’s secretive hiring of hackers to protect vulnerabilities. Perlroth underscores the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures amid growing threats targeting smaller businesses.
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Get Vaccinated
- Get the COVID-19 vaccine to protect loved ones.
- The Pfizer vaccine has shown 89.4% efficacy against transmission in Israel.
UK Uber Drivers Ruling
- The UK Supreme Court ruled that Uber drivers are employees, not contractors.
- This ruling entitles drivers to benefits like minimum wage and paid time off.
Impact on Uber
- Uber's share price dipped after the UK ruling, creating uncertainty about its business model.
- The company had foreseen this risk, listing it in its SEC filing in 2019.
