The scheme implemented by Paldiel and Suarez manipulated Uber's fare system, allowing drivers to exploit surge pricing, deceiving both riders and the rideshare company.
Eliahou Paldiel and Carlos Arturo Suarez Palacios's fraudulent operation garnered over $40 million through fake app sales, with over $1.5 million profit from the deceitful scheme.
Suarez likened their application 'Screwber' to drugs, indicating the addictive nature of the illegal income it generated for drivers involved in the fraud.
The provision of hacked smartphones and cloning of genuine Uber functionalities facilitated dishonest drivers to maximize their earnings, undermining the integrity of the ridesharing service.
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