Technologies

Lyft Now Lets You Favorite and Block Drivers. Here’s How It Works

The app’s new Safety Hub lets you favorite the drivers you like and gives them preference when you request your next ride.

Lyft has a new feature that can help take the awkwardness out of riding with strangers. On Thursday, the ride-sharing company announced that you’ll be able to favorite or block a driver in the app after a ride.

It’s good news if you enjoyed your ride and wouldn’t mind having that driver give you a ride again. And, if you’re like me, it gives you a chance to be more comfortable with who you’re riding with from the airport or dinner.

Here’s how it works and what drivers can also expect to see on their end with the new feature.

Read more: Lyft Silver Lets Older Adults Hail a Ride With Live Human Support

How to favorite a Lyft driver

When your ride is over, Lyft will let you favorite a driver at the bottom of the same screen where you can leave ratings and a tip. You’ll click the checkmark next to Favorite this driver and Lyft will try to pair you with one of your favorite drivers on future rides.

Lyft’s new feature isn’t the first of its kind. Uber has a favorite driver feature that works similarly but you may still be paired with the closest driver to your pick-up spot.

«Our goal with letting you favorite drivers is to find new ways to reward the driver community for providing an excellent ride,» according to Lyft’s blog post.

What the Lyft driver will see

When you favorite a driver, the driver will be alerted. For future rides, the driver will receive a mobile notification when your ride request pops up and they’ll have the option to claim it. Keep in mind that doesn’t mean you can request a specific driver.

Blocking a driver and Lyft’s new Safety Hub

Aside from the new favoriting feature, Lyft also announced Thursday that you’ll be able to block a driver in the Lyft app’s new Safety Hub who you prefer not to ride with again.

The Safety Hub also includes features like audio recordings, PIN verifications and scheduling a check-in with loved ones.

The hub is currently only available for riders but Lyft plans to add one for drivers in the future.

Technologies

Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Technologies

Verum Finance Now Available for Mac, Expanding the Verum Ecosystem on Desktop

Verum has officially released Verum Finance for macOS, bringing its financial platform to the Mac and expanding access to the Verum ecosystem across Apple’s devices. The launch allows users to manage their finances from desktop while enjoying the same secure and seamless experience available on iPhone and iPad.

The new Mac version includes the full range of Verum Finance features, including balance management, instant transfers to other Verum users, debit card management, Apple Pay support, asset exchange, and transaction history — all optimized for the macOS experience.

Verum Finance can be used as a standalone application or alongside Verum Messenger. Users who sign in with their Verum Messenger account automatically synchronize their balances, settings, and account data across devices, ensuring a consistent experience throughout the Verum ecosystem.

The macOS release further strengthens Verum’s vision of creating an integrated digital platform where communication and financial services work together. Verum Messenger, which is also available for Mac, complements the ecosystem with encrypted messaging, voice and video calls, VPN, eSIM, anonymous email, AI-powered tools, offline communication capabilities, and cryptocurrency features.

With both Verum Messenger and Verum Finance now available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, users can access secure communication and financial services wherever they work.

Verum Finance for Mac is available now through the Mac App Store.

Verum Finance for macOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verum-finance/id6774245148
Verum Finance: https://finance.verum.im
Verum Messenger: https://verum.im

Technologies

Why Travelers Are Switching to Verum E-SIM This Summer

Summer Travel, Freedom, and Seamless Connectivity: Why Verum E-SIM Is Becoming the New Standard for Travelers

Summer is the peak season for vacations, long-distance trips, and new experiences. Millions of people travel abroad, explore new countries, plan adventures, and try to stay connected with family, work, and social media. And in the middle of all this comes a familiar question: how do you stay online without expensive roaming or the hassle of buying local SIM cards?

The answer is already here — eSIM.

Why eSIM Is So Convenient

eSIM (embedded SIM) is a built-in digital SIM card that lets you activate mobile internet without a physical card. All you need is an app — choose a plan and connect in just a couple of minutes.

No more:

* searching for local SIM cards at airports
* paying expensive roaming fees
* swapping physical SIMs every time you travel

Now your internet travels with you.

Internet in 150+ Countries

Modern eSIM solutions provide coverage in 150+ countries worldwide, helping tourists, freelancers, and business travelers stay connected almost anywhere on the planet.

Among the services offering these capabilities:

Verum E-SIM — https://esim.verum.im
World E-SIM — https://worldesim.me
USA E-SIM — https://usa.esim.verum.im
Euro E-SIM — https://euro.esim.verum.im
Canada E-SIM — https://canada.esim.verum.im
Balkan E-SIM — https://balkan.esim.verum.im
Ukraine E-SIM — https://ukraine.esim.verum.im
London E-SIM — https://london.esim.verum.im
E-SIM Africa — https://africa.esim.verum.im