Uber is expanding its gig worker pool and creating a new category known as AI annotation and data tagging
For Scaled Solutions, a new AI and data labeling division, the ride-hailing giant has begun employing contractors. According to Bloomberg, these employees finish projects for Uber’s internal business units while also working for external clients, including video game maker Niantic and self-driving car startup Aurora Innovation.
According to Bloomberg, Uber has begun hiring contractors in a number of nations, including the US, Canada, and India.
Uber’s foray into the data labeling space aligns with the industry’s increasing popularity, driven by the advancements in artificial intelligence. For instance, one business in the industry experiencing a rise in demand is Scale AI. Earlier this year, despite only raising $600 million in its eight-year history, the company raised a $1 billion round at a $13.8 billion value.
