Ridesharing

Peer-to-peer ridesharing can be divided along the spectrum from commercial, for-fee transportation network companies to for-profit ridesharing services to informal nonprofit peer-to-peer carpooling arrangements.

Source: en.wikipedia.org

Uber Says NYC’s Proposed Requirements Would Leave Drivers Without Insurance
Uber Says NYC’s Proposed Requirements Would Leave Drivers Without Insurance
December 11, 2024  |  Gig Economy

Uber reportedly told New York City’s taxi regulator that proposed changes to commercial auto insurance requirements may leave drivers unable to insure their vehicles. The...

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Securing the Gig Economy: Combatting API Vulnerabilities and AI-Driven Threats
Securing the Gig Economy: Combatting API Vulnerabilities and AI-Driven Threats
November 26, 2024  |  Gig Economy

The success of the gig economy hinges on its underlying digital ecosystem, particularly APIs, which power real-time services like Uber and Fiverr. But APIs are...

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Uber Reportedly Investing in Autonomous Driving Firm Pony.ai
Uber Reportedly Investing in Autonomous Driving Firm Pony.ai
November 21, 2024  |  Investments

When autonomous driving firm Pony.ai goes public, Uber reportedly plans to invest. The ride hailing/food delivery company intends to purchase more than $10 million worth of shares in Pony.ai’s...

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Uber Suggests NYC Driver Pay Cuts in Bid to Woo Riders
Uber Suggests NYC Driver Pay Cuts in Bid to Woo Riders
November 04, 2024  |  Ridesharing

Ride-hailing giant Uber Technologies is suggesting a pay cut for its drivers in New York City, citing lower gas prices, as it tries to lower...

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Uber One Memberships Jump 78% as Company Eyes Non-City Growth
Uber One Memberships Jump 78% as Company Eyes Non-City Growth
October 31, 2024  |  Earnings

Uber is looking beyond major cities for growth amid a jump in its membership program. The ride hailing/delivery company released quarterly earnings Thursday (Oct. 31) showing that...

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41% of Pay-by-Bank Users Want to Use It for Ridesharing
41% of Pay-by-Bank Users Want to Use It for Ridesharing
October 28, 2024  |  Payment Methods

Despite the growing interest in digital payment methods, the adoption of pay by bank remains surprisingly low. A PYMNTS Intelligence report, “What Consumers Need for...

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Supreme Court Won’t Hear Uber and Lyft Gig Worker Appeal
Supreme Court Won’t Hear Uber and Lyft Gig Worker Appeal
October 07, 2024  |  Gig Economy

Uber and Lyft have lost a chance to have an appeal heard by the Supreme Court. The case involves lawsuits brought against the companies by...

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Uber Expands Robot Delivery and Robotaxi Offerings With Avride
Uber Expands Robot Delivery and Robotaxi Offerings With Avride
October 03, 2024  |  Delivery

Uber has launched a partnership with delivery robot/autonomous vehicle maker Avirde. The collaboration will launch in the coming weeks in Austin, letting Uber Eats customers get their...

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Uber to Launch Rider Verification and ‘Record My Ride’ Nationwide
Uber to Launch Rider Verification and ‘Record My Ride’ Nationwide
September 17, 2024  |  Ridesharing

Uber has announced the nationwide launch of two features designed to improve the safety of drivers: rider verification and the ability to record video and...

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