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Uber says AI agents booked just 4 rides in Q3

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Uber reported only 4 rides and 500 Eats orders from AI agents in its busiest Halloween week out of 320 million total.

Uber executives disclosed that third-party AI agents fulfilled only four rides during the third quarter of 2026. During the Halloween week, AI agents handled approximately 500 Uber Eats orders out of 320 million total rides and deliveries. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi noted the numbers are very early and limited despite growing hype for AI agents. The company stated openness to working with AI developers but believes its direct app services remain preferable.

Key facts
  • Only 4 rides by third-party AI agents in Q3 2026
  • Around 500 Eats orders by agents during Halloween week
  • Out of 320 million total rides and deliveries
  • Very early and limited impact per CEO
  • Company open to AI developer collaboration
  • Expected to grow to more than 10 major systems
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  • The VergeCompany openness to working with AI developers
  • TechCrunchCEO Dara Khosrowshahi comments and growth to 10+ systems
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  1. · 5d ago The Verge · AIFirst report

    Uber Reports Only Four Rides Arranged by AI Agents

    Third-party AI agents arranged just four rides in Q3 2026 out of 320 million total, with around 500 Eats orders during Halloween week.

  2. · 4d ago TechCrunch · AI

    Uber reports very few AI agent orders during busy week

    Uber saw only 4 rides and 500 Eats orders from AI agents in the Halloween week.