The payment, described as the largest in a data breach settlement, is part of Uber's efforts to burnish its reputation after a series of scandals over alleged misconduct and unethical practices. According to officials, Uber paid data thieves $100,000 to destroy the swiped information -- and remained quiet about the breach for a year. - Improving security -As part of the settlement, Uber will be required to improve its security practices, with an independent outside review of data practices. In February, Uber agreed to pay $245 million to Alphabet's self-driving car unit Waymo to settle a lawsuit over allegedly stolen trade secrets. But Uber still faces potential inquiries in the United States and elsewhere over data security, the use of illegal software to thwart rivals, and cases of sexual discrimination.

Source: Bangkok Post September 26, 2018 20:03 UTC