Technology & AI
Almost no one uses AI agents to book their Uber, company says
Source: TechCrunch · Published
During its busiest week last quarter, Uber said only four people booked a ride using an AI agent.
During its busiest week last quarter, Uber said only four people booked a ride using an AI agent.
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