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Uber

News 6 years ago

Uber's first helicopter rides set for New York

Uber said Thursday it is readying its first helicopter rides, which will carry passengers between New York's JFK Airport and lower Manhattan.

Books 6 years ago

'New Dark Age' and the call for new digital literacy

New technologies, new perspectives: Digital literacy needs a new angle that’s richly and thoughtfully written in this crucial book.

News 6 years ago

Ridesharing companies worsened congestion in San Francisco

One of the early promises of the ride-hailing era ushered in by Uber and Lyft was that the new entrants would complement public transit, reduce car ownership, and help alleviate urban congestion.

Business 6 years ago

Uber drivers threaten protests as the unicorn plans $9 billion IPO

At issue are long-standing disputes between the ride-hailing companies and professional drivers, who say the platforms have made it difficult to make a living in the industry

Science & Tech 6 years ago

With IPO due, Uber aims to be 'Amazon of transportation'

Uber, the ridesharing behemoth set to launch a stock offering soon, is aiming beyond sharing car rides to becoming the "Amazon of transportation" in a future where people share instead of owning vehicles.

News 7 years ago

Uber rides in New York City are getting more expensive

Uber’s prices in New York — its largest market in the U.S. — are going to be higher in 2019.

Food 7 years ago

Your next Uber ride may have a minifridge stocked with snacks

In late 2014, Uber Technologies Inc. began testing a service called Uber Essentials. It was based on the premise that the most popular items from convenience stores could be made even more convenient.

World 7 years ago

Uber loss tops $1b as it seeks to diversify

Ride-share company Uber on Wednesday said that its net loss topped a billion dollars in the recently ended quarter as it pumped money into bikes, scooters, freight and food delivery.

Food 7 years ago

Uber plans to triple headcount on food delivery in Europe region

Uber Technologies Inc. said it’ll triple headcount working on food delivery across Europe, the Middle East and Africa in its fight for market share against local rivals including Deliveroo and Just Eat Plc.

Lifestyle 7 years ago

Lyft and Uber out to be everyday rides with passes

US ride-share rivals Lyft and Uber are out to lure everyday riders with monthly passes for discounted or free rides, dabbling with a subscription model aimed at commuters.