Priscila, Queen of the Rideshare Mafia

Priscila Barbosa, known as the Queen of the Rideshare Mafia, defrauded apps like Uber and Lyft, earning up to $10,000 a month. She started her journey in the US with little support, facing challenges like being stranded at JFK Airport with minimal resources. Despite setbacks, Barbosa leveraged her resourcefulness and determination to build a successful business empire within the gig economy. She exploited loopholes in the system, using rented accounts and driving without a license, all while navigating the complexities of immigration status. Barbosa's story reflects a mix of ambition, resilience, and adaptability as she carved a path to financial stability for herself and her family. However, her success came at a cost, leading to conflicts with authorities and the companies she defrauded. Through her unconventional methods, Barbosa exposed vulnerabilities in the gig economy and highlighted the struggles faced by undocumented workers seeking economic opportunities. Her journey from a struggling immigrant to a prominent figure in the rideshare industry showcases the blurred lines between entrepreneurship and exploitation in the modern digital marketplace.