Uber To Cut Thousands Of Jobs To Make The Company 'Simpler And Faster.' Its Stock Rose CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said the move also seeks to "create more capacity to invest in our future." International Business Times · Sep 2
US Navy Mum Makes Up to $11,000 a Month Doing Other People's Laundry From Home: 'It's Better Than Uber' Monalisa Escobedo earns up to $11,000/month with Poplin, a laundry app, while managing costs like detergent and electricity. Learn the difference between revenue and profit in this gig economy story. International Business Times UK · Sep 2
Uber drivers launch European class action over ‘soulless’ and ‘scary’ AI algorithm Landmark lawsuit claims tech company’s pay-setting system has breached privacy laws and pushed down earnings The Guardian - UK · Sep 2
Uber to cut 10% of global workforce in major overhaul Chief executive Dara Khosrowshahi told staff that the changes would create a ‘simpler and faster’ business. Evening Standard · Sep 2
Layoffs at Uber; Astrobase eyes fresh fundraise Uber will cut thousands of jobs in a restructuring move. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5. The Economic Times · Sep 2
Uber to cut 3,300 jobs in company overhaul to reduce management layers Chief Executive Officer Dara Khosrowshahi announced the changes in an email obtained by Bloomberg News, saying that Uber’s growth in recent years has created “more layers, more coordination, more fragmented ownership, and in some cases structures that made sense when businesses were smaller but no longer serve us well at… The Economic Times · Sep 2
₹25 ride: India’s bike taxis are cheap, fast and still fighting for a place on the road Bike taxis offer affordable, on-demand urban transport, bridging the last-mile connectivity gap. These services face regulatory hurdles despite strong commuter demand for speed and cost. The central government has provided a framework, but states retain regulatory control over operations. The industry's growth hinges on sustainable economics and addressing safety and… The Economic Times · Sep 2
Uber driver accused of lewd act against woman in car A man working as an Uber driver while on a bridging visa will remain behind bars after being accused of a string of sex acts over nine months. AAP · Sep 2
Uber Technologies Stock: Is UBER Underperforming the Technology Sector? Although Uber Technologies has lagged behind the technology sector over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a strongly optimistic outlook on the stock’s prospects. Barchart · Sep 1
Baker Thought Uber Driver Stole $3,000 Order During Delivery, but the Truth Left Her Wanting to Help Him A South Florida bakery's $3,000 cinnamon roll order went viral after the courier was detained by U.S. Border Patrol, revealing an unexpected immigration case. International Business Times UK · Sep 1
Uber driver takes TfL to court over licence renewal delay 'that left him thousands of pounds in debt' Julius Mugabo, 55, has launched a landmark High Court legal challenge against TfL over the delay Evening Standard · Sep 1
Dear Baidu Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for September 1 Baidu is set to become dual-primary listed on Sept. 1, giving investors a fresh reason to watch BIDU stock. Barchart · Aug 31
The end of the driver's license: Uber exec calls car ownership 'the most inefficient asset' and says no one will need one in 15 to 20 years Uber president and COO Andrew Macdonald predicts that in two decades, most people will get around by bike, scooter, public transit, or autonomous vehicle. Fortune · Aug 31
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
Barchart · 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.
The Guardian - UK · 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 Economic Times · Aug 31 From N Chandrasekaran to Campbell Wilson: A look at some of India Inc’s biggest names who are walking out in 2026 India's corporate landscape sees significant leadership changes in 2026. Several high-profile executives are departing from major companies like Tata Sons and HDFC Bank. This leadership churn indicates a period of transition for India Inc. Meanwhile, influential tech leaders are moving to AI companies like OpenAI. These shifts highlight evolving strategies…
Barchart · Aug 30 Uber Spent Its Entire 2026 AI Budget in 4 Months. It Just Found a Way to Fix It. Uber has increased AI usage more than ninefold while keeping spending flat, showing how falling costs could turn AI into a margin booster.
We Got This Covered · Aug 30 Florida bakery accused Uber driver of stealing 400 cinnamon rolls. Then police revealed what actually happened: ‘We are sincerely sorry’ The rolls were supposed to be delivered to a farmers’ market.
We Got This Covered · Aug 30 Uber Eats customer is home alone with her baby. Then she finds her order inside the house: ‘major safety violation’ Her front door was left unlocked
We Got This Covered · Aug 29 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.
The Independent UK · Aug 28 Driverless taxi rollout delayed in London after regulatory hurdles Transport for London said it will publish its guidance on the vehicles ‘shortly’
We Got This Covered · Aug 27 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.
The Economic Times · 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…