Much like ISIS, reports of their death are likely exaggerated (considering their roots as a militia, the only way to wipe them out would likely require genocidal practices).
Sugar industry connected journal says "SUGAR A-OK". This, of course is entirely bogus. Stay away from the sugars and grains if you value your waistline.
That said, I doubt Uber's effort will even pass the "market" test, as they seem likely unsafe; this should be expected of a "first mover" offering (though apparently the human operator was to blame for running a light, lol).