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Uber

🌎 uber.com

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.

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Updates as of Sep 06, 2024

• Carlos Navarro accused Uber of blocking drivers based on unverified accusations.
• Uber and Turo announced a multi-year partnership to allow Uber customers in the U.S., Canada, France, the UK, and Australia to rent Turo vehicles through the Uber app starting in early 2025.
• A councilman in Córdoba proposed blocking Uber due to taxi drivers' complaints about insurance and regulatory issues, despite 1,500 local taxi drivers using the app.
• Six members of the Minnesota Uber/Lyft Drivers Association sued President Eid Ali for allegedly misusing funds and removing board members seeking transparency.
• Uber raised $4 billion in its first bond sale as a blue-chip firm.

• Uber launches its first investment-grade bond sale.
• Uber continues to lock drivers out of the app to avoid paying a minimum rate of $17.22 per hour for waiting time, despite a deal with NYC to end lockouts by Labor Day.
• Uber is bringing back its premium Uber Black service to India after nearly a decade, starting in select Mumbai areas with larger vehicles like SUVs and MUVs, costing 30-40% more than Uber Premier.
• Uber and Lyft drivers in New York City are threatening a strike over ongoing 'lockouts' from the apps and an antitrust lawsuit related to a city-brokered deal.
• On 2024-08-30, NY Taxi Workers' legal team will hold a virtual press conference rejecting the agreement facilitated between Uber and Lyft, claiming it violates federal antitrust law.
• Uber signed an agreement with the Fiscalía General del Estado de Chihuahua to provide free transportation for women to access justice centers.
• Uber announced a strategic partnership and investment in Wayve to deploy Wayve-powered self-driving vehicles on Uber's network globally.
• Uber announced that riders can now record encrypted audio during trips, which can be sent to Uber for reporting safety incidents.
• Uber updated its teen accounts with new safety and convenience features, including the ability for parents to book rides and share Uber One perks.
• Uber partnered with Rutter’s to launch on-demand delivery for Rutter’s Rewards customers.
• On 28 August 2024, federal prosecutors charged two men with defrauding Uber, its drivers, and customers using an app called 'Screwber' to manipulate ride fares.
• Federal prosecutors charged Eliahou Paldiel and Carlos Arturo Suarez Palacios with wire fraud and money laundering for a $40 million Uber surge pricing scam involving over 800 drivers.
• Uber was fined $324 million by a Dutch authority for sharing drivers' personal information in violation of GDPR.
• On 25 August 2024, a federal judge dismissed Uber's lawsuit to halt a PHRC investigation into a former driver's discrimination complaint.
• On 27 August 2024, the New Zealand Court of Appeal upheld a decision that four drivers were employees of Uber, granting them access to employment entitlements.
• Uber's shares fell about 3% after announcing a multiyear partnership with General Motors' Cruise to offer driverless rides starting next year.
• Uber allowed some drivers to filter trips based on a rider's rating.
• Uber raised its ride charges, including minimum fares, after months of driver protests and complaints from passengers about inconsistent pricing, according to Imran Manji, Uber’s Head of East Africa.
• Uber-backed Lime entered Japan's e-scooter market with a fleet of 200 scooters after exiting Korea.
• Uber persuaded a federal court to trim a master complaint involving hundreds of sexual assault lawsuits against its drivers.
• Uber Freight launched a major update to its shipping platform, adding all-day support, instant rate comparisons, and extended capacity.
• On August 15, 2024, Uber began paying its drivers a minimum of $32.50 per hour due to a settlement with the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office.
• Uber Eats partnered with Serve Robotics to start autonomous robot deliveries for Shake Shack in Los Angeles.
• On August 14, 2024, Jane Doe filed a lawsuit against Uber Technologies, Inc., Rasier, LLC, and Rasier-CA, LLC in the US District Court for the Northern District of California.
• On August 14, 2024, WHB 1839 filed a personal injury product liability lawsuit against Uber Technologies, Inc., Rasier-CA, LLC, and Rasier, LLC in the US District Court for the Northern District of California.
• On August 14, 2024, WHB 1469 filed a personal injury product liability lawsuit against Uber Technologies, Inc., Rasier, LLC, and Rasier-CA, LLC in the US District Court for the Northern District of California.
• On August 13, 2024, Uber's stock traded 1.2% higher, with analysts maintaining a 'Moderate Buy' rating and an average target price of $87.47.
• Uber was granted a licence to operate private hire cars in Darlington on August 13.
• In March, Uber agreed to pay $271.8 million to Australian taxi and hire car drivers as part of a successful class-action lawsuit.
• During police spot checks in Lancashire, all private hire vehicles with faults were Ubers licensed in Wolverhampton, raising safety concerns.
• Uber reported a $1.6 billion EBITDA profit on Tuesday, marking a significant turnaround from years of losses.
• Uber stopped offering free vehicle inspections in California, now requiring drivers to pay $20-$40 for third-party inspections.
• Uber is competing in the robotaxi fleet race alongside Tesla, Waymo, Zoox, Lyft, and BYD.
• Lyft introduced a Price Lock feature to challenge Uber by offering predictable ride costs during surge pricing.
• Tim Walz intervened to prevent Uber and Lyft from leaving Minnesota while raising pay for drivers.
• Uber's CEO Dara Khosrowshahi reported that multi-product consumers spent three times more than other consumers in Q2 earnings.
• Uber Advertising held its first 'Where to: Summer Edition' event in Sydney, showcasing how Uber and Uber Eats enhance summer experiences.
• Uber is currently hiring for the position of Country Manager in Ghana.
• Uber expanded Uber Select to three more cities in the eastern Dominican Republic, celebrating its second anniversary.
• Frank Chang, Uber's VP of Applied Science, highlights the growth of Applied Science early career programs and the use of Uber’s data science tools for interns.
• Uber is considering rolling out an hourly gig option for drivers with upfront information.
• Uber Eats has listed Sliceburg in Darlington as one of the top 10 exceptional restaurants in the North East for its Restaurant of the Year Awards 2024.
• Four Sheffield restaurants have been shortlisted for the Uber Eats Restaurant of the Year Award, competing for a £100,000 prize.
• Uber has officially launched its independent service in Ipswich following a significant rise in demand, according to Andrew Brem, general manager of Uber UK.
• Uber Eats has announced the return of its Restaurant of the Year Awards for 2024, with two Portsmouth venues shortlisted and Andi Oliver joining the judging panel.
• Uber Chile shared favorite spots in their new office.
• Uber offers a free month of rides and eats for teens with new accounts until September 30, capped at $20 per ride/order.
• Uber's Netherlands headquarters shared drivers' personal data with foreign law enforcement agencies, including non-European countries, to gain authorities' trust, but now only shares data with European law enforcement.
• Uber is relocating its Corp Site Reliability Engineering team's charter from the US to Amsterdam, ending US roles in November 2024.
• Megan Enright has joined Uber as a Product Design Director in the United States, previously working as a Product Design Director in the San Francisco Bay Area.
• Uber is currently hiring for the position of Global Process Owner, Deal Desk in the United States.
• Uber is currently hiring for the position of US&C Agency Solutions Partner in the United States.
• Shafiq Amarsi has joined Uber as VP, Global Head of Commercial Operations, Delivery @ Uber Eats from Freshworks where he was Senior Vice President, Go-to-Market Strategy, Operations, Enablement, IT and Professional Services.
• The University of Kentucky has expanded the Wildcab Vouchers program, offering students free or discounted Uber rides throughout Fayette County with up to ten $10 ride vouchers per semester.
• Uber announced a US$12,500 sponsorship to the Jamaica Paralympic Association as part of its global initiative to improve accessibility and mobility for people with disabilities.
• Uber offers $50 Uber Cash for renters spending $200+ with 'Pay now & Save' until 16 September 2024.
• Uber's focus on basic, user-friendly design and extensive research has been key to overcoming challenges and enhancing its app's usability.
• Rebecca Tinucci joined Uber as the Incoming Global Head of Sustainability in the United States, previously serving as the Senior Director of Charging Infrastructure at Tesla from August 2022 to May 2024.
• Uber and Cruise announced a multiyear strategic partnership to deploy Cruise autonomous vehicles on the Uber platform starting next year.
• Uber launched a world-first Snowcat experience in Queenstown, New Zealand, celebrating 10 years in the country.
• Uber's chief legal officer Tony West spoke at the Democratic National Convention, praising Kamala Harris's passion for justice.
• Uber hired former Tesla executive Rebecca Tinucci as Head of Sustainability to oversee its shift to electric vehicles.
• Through Aug. 31, 2024, Uber users can earn 1,000 Marriott Bonvoy points by linking their accounts and completing a ride.
• Uber is currently hiring for the position of Head of Commercial, Uber Grocery & Retail in the Netherlands.
• Uber is currently seeking a Director of Data Insights in the United States.
• Javier Rivero, Head of Operations at Uber, hinted at a major announcement coming tomorrow.
• Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi participated in an off-the-record chat at Kindred Ventures' offices.
• Uber launched Uber One for Students, offering $0 delivery fees, up to 10% off eligible Uber Eats orders, and 6% Uber Cash on rides for $4.99 per month or $48 per year.
• Uber's CEO thinks Elon is underestimating the problem.
• At DEF CON 32, the Electronic Frontier Foundation received the Uber Contributor award for their work in education and litigation.
• Uber introduced a four-digit PIN feature to verify trips before they start.
• Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi doubted Tesla’s plan for Robotaxis.
• Uber improved its app to enhance accessibility for users with disabilities, including features like Auto Translations and a pilot for booking wheelchair-accessible vehicles up to 90 days in advance.
• Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi warned that Tesla's ride-hailing service faces significant challenges in developing robust software and meeting peak demand.
• Uber's monthly active drivers and couriers increased to 7.4 million, annualized run-rate gross bookings rose to $160 billion, and trips per day grew to 30 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2024.
• Uber has added driving opportunities in Leicester and Sheffield while removing Nottingham from its list of available locations in the UK.
• Uber will sponsor the IATR Conference in South Florida from October 7 to 11, 2024.
• On August 6, 2024, Uber announced it is now profitable after years of massive losses and huge spending.
• Lucas Freires, a member of Uber's Community Specialist team, received the CST Xtra Award for outstanding performance.
• Uber is currently hiring for the position of Legal Counsel, Payments in the UK.
• Junyu Tansawa joined Uber as Head of People Partner, North Asia & ANZ in Tokyo, Japan, after serving as HR Director, International, People & Organization Business Partner at Novartis.
• In July 2024, Uber held the 2nd edition of the She++ event in São Paulo, Brazil, with 42 participants from 17 universities.
• Uber topped second-quarter revenue and profit estimates due to strong ride demand as employees returned to in-office work.
• Uber Ads reached a $1 billion annual revenue run rate and sees further growth potential in programmatic, measurement, and playable ads.

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