New York woman objects to paying $440 to Hertz after AI scanner identifies a ‘scuff’ on a tire
New York Woman Challenges Hertz Over $440 Damage Fee A woman from New York is contesting a $440 bill from Hertz, triggered by an AI damage scanner used by the car rental company. Nicole Paixao explained that after returning a Nissan Altima at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, she received messages indicating damage was found on […]
Hertz customer identified by AI scanner for damage says he’s finished with the company
A long-time Hertz customer is fed up with the car rental service, claiming an AI-driven damage detection system wrongly identified a non-existent mark on the vehicle. He shared a video to back up his claim. “After a decade with Hertz—no real issues and always returning the car in great shape—I’m finished,” said a Reddit user […]
This new air scanner might take the place of drug detection dogs at US borders
Border Patrol is on the verge of introducing a new, powerful tool, though not as a replacement for traditional methods. The Vaporid, a device about the size of a microwave, can swiftly replace drug-sniffing dogs at U.S. border checkpoints. It’s designed to detect substances like fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, MDMA, ketamine, and even explosives. Its speed […]
Ways for Hertz customers to steer clear of fees for scrapes detected by AI scanner
Hertz has rolled out new AI scanners that are identifying minor dents and scratches on their rental cars. If you’re worried about unexpected damage charges, there are ways to protect yourself. When renting, you can choose your location wisely and document the vehicle thoroughly to help fend off unnecessary claims. Some customers have described the […]
5 methods hackers use to get around your fingerprint scanner and tips for staying safe
Fingerprint sensors have been a common feature on smartphones for quite a while now. Apple introduced Touch ID on the iPhone 5S back in 2013, and since then, it has been included in 12 major iPhone models as well as some iPads. However, after the iPhone 8, Apple phased it out in most models, save […]
Costco touts success of card scanner rollout; speeds up checkout process
Keith Fitz-Gerald, president of Fitz-Gerald Group, highlighted stocks of Costco, Palantir, and Lockheed Martin ahead of the market open. Costco recently introduced membership card scanners in front of warehouses in its U.S. stores and is already reaping the benefits, with the initiative being well-received by customers, Wholesale Club announced Friday. During Costco's fourth-quarter earnings conference, […]