Uber | Latest News & Updates - Mar 23, 2025 Release

Uber is awaiting a Supreme Court judgment on its contracting practices that could impact VAT on private-hire services beyond London...


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Uber is a global platform providing ride-hailing, courier services, food delivery, and freight transport. They focus on empowering people to go anywhere, get anything, and earn their way with a relentless pursuit of reimagining movement.


Uber - Latest News and Updates

  • Uber is awaiting a Supreme Court judgment on its contracting practices that could impact VAT on private-hire services beyond London.
  • On March 20, 2025, Uber launched its Uber Black and taxi services in Pescara, marking its debut in the Abruzzo region.
  • Darden Restaurants' stock surged over 6% due to a new partnership with Uber Direct, enhancing app-based takeout and delivery services for Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen.
  • Uber now allows drivers to instantly withdraw their earnings from the app, providing greater financial flexibility, as announced by Eli Frías, Responsible of Operations for Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay.
  • Uber agreed to a $5.50 ride-hailing fee cap at Logan Airport and will launch a shuttle and UberX share to reduce single occupancy trips.
  • Uber introduced AI-powered helmet selfies and in-app helmet nudges for its 'Moto' service to enhance two-wheeler rider safety, distributing 3,000 safety kits across India.
  • Praveen Subramani has joined Uber as Director of Product Management, previously serving as Vice President of Product Management at Turo.
  • Kim S. has joined Uber as the Global Head People Operations in the United States, previously serving as Vice President People Services, Strategy & Operations at Salesforce.
  • Louis Bladel has joined Uber as Director, Insider Threat, Global Security and Investigations in the United States, previously serving as Managing Director at Ernst & Young, LLP.
  • Uber is currently seeking a Head of Fleet Financing in the United States.

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