The Latest Breaking News from Uber

Afghan general who led last-ditch effort to stop Taliban takeover now drives Uber in Washington

Afghan General Haibatullah Alizai, who led a last-ditch effort to resist the Taliban takeover in 2021, now drives an Uber in Washington DC after being granted asylum in the US.

The Times of India · Aug 31

Is Salesforce Stock Underperforming the S&P 500?

While Salesforce has lagged behind the S&P 500 Index over the past year, analysts are moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Barchart · Aug 31

Uber driver takes TfL to court over ‘pain‘ caused by licence renewal delay

Julius Mugabo launches landmark case as union says thousands in capital lost incomes due to ‘broken system’

The Guardian - UK · Aug 31

New York woman claims she ordered a single can of Diet Coke at 4 am on Uber Eats. Instead, her porch got flooded with soda and milk

She apparently got more than she bargained for.

We Got This Covered · Aug 29

Driverless taxi rollout delayed in London after regulatory hurdles

Transport for London said it will publish its guidance on the vehicles ‘shortly’

The Independent UK · Aug 28

Woman home alone with baby orders Uber Eats, an hour later she notices the food where it shouldn’t be: ‘My Uber Eats man has entered my house’

Uber Eats is allegedly investigating the incident.

We Got This Covered · Aug 27

Rapido, Uber, Ola down across several Indian cities

Several ride hailing apps, including Ola, Uber and Rapido, faced significant disruptions across major Indian cities on Thursday. Users reported an inability to book rides or log into their accounts on the platforms. Rapido experienced a brief technical outage which has since been resolved for most users. Other services also…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

Gurgaon online cab scam: Man says driver claimed Rs510 fare while his app showed Rs290

A Gurgaon cab ride has sparked discussion after a driver allegedly demanded Rs510 instead of the Rs290 fare shown on the passenger’s app. The passenger refused to pay the higher amount without seeing the booking details, after which the driver agreed to accept Rs290. Other users shared similar experiences involving…

The Economic Times · Aug 27

London rollout of robotaxis delayed amid lack of guidance

It was previously understood that robotaxis would launch before the end of the year

Evening Standard · Aug 27

Delivery Hero lifts 2026 outlook on strong growth amid Uber takeover bid

Its gross ⁠merchandise value, total value of all goods sold through the marketplace, is now expected ​to grow 9% to 11% this year, compared with the previous forecast for 8% ​to 10% growth. Analysts polled by the company had forecast yearly GMV growth of 9.1% to €51.63 billion ($60.17 billion)…

The Economic Times · Aug 27