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Bloomberg Uber Russian Drivers Quit After Putin's Tax on U.S. Tech Giants Bloomberg Uber has passed these duties on its drivers, requiring them to pay the VAT on the company's service fee. Uber will later reimburse them these payments, it said in an e-mailed response to questions. The company will refrain from raising prices for ... Uber service under the pumpThe Mercury If you can't beat them, licence them: Hamilton set to regulate UberCBC.ca Rough ride for Uber as Morocco cabbies sabotage appThe Star Online swissinfo.ch -Macau Daily Times -MediaNama.com all 11 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Mercury Uber service under the pump The Mercury The demand for Uber comes at the same time as some drivers in the taxi industry are reporting cabbies going to extreme measures to make a living, with reports drivers are working in pairs 24 hours a day with the off-duty partner sleeping in the boot. Rough ride for Uber as Morocco cabbies sabotage appThe Star Online Uber still hopes for service legalizationMacau Daily Times Uber launches telematics features for drivers to monitor performanceMediaNama.com CBC.ca -swissinfo.ch -Voice & Data Online all 10 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Guardian What if Uber kills off public transport rather than cars? The Guardian Still, the figures raise red flags about Uber's strategy: is losing $3bn annually the sign of a sustainable business, or the product of predatory pricing? “Uber is wildly unprofitable,” tweeted the economist Justin Wolfers, “[which] suggest that prices ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CNBC Pipsqueak Lyft could reach profitability before giant rival Uber CNBC Lyft, the number two ride-hailing company in the U.S., could be profitable before arch rival Uber, given just how much money Uber is spending to grow its international business, people familiar with both companies' finances told CNBC. In 2016, Lyft ... Google Maps now lets you get an Uber without leaving the appThe Verge Uber has been built directly into Google MapsArs Technica The Google Maps Update Makes It Way Easier to Book an UberTIME PC Magazine -ZDNet -Digital Trends all 67 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Daily Mail Sleepy Uber driver SUES passenger he let take the wheel while he napped who then led police on a high-speed chase ... Daily Mail A Philadelphia Uber driver who made headlines last year when he allowed his passenger to take the wheel so he could take a nap, and later woke up to find the rider leading police on a high-speed chase, has filed a lawsuit against the 20-year-old. Suit: Sleepy Uber driver gave rider wheel, awoke to high-speed chasePhilly.com all 2 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

TIME The Google Maps Update Makes It Way Easier to Book an Uber TIME There's no longer a need to switch between Google Maps and Uber when planning a trip. Google is adding a new Uber integration that makes it possible to get a fare estimate, book a ride, and pay without leaving the app, the company announced on its site ... Lyft to go global and take on Uber outside the USCNBC Google Maps' redesigned ridesharing feature lets you hail an Uber without ever leaving the appTechCrunch Google Maps Update: You Can Now Book Uber RidesTech Times Business Insider -Daily Mail -The Verge -Google all 125 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Sun Manchester United slammed for partnership with Uber to have pick-up point outside Old Trafford The Sun MANCHESTER UNITED have struck a deal with Uber to provide a dedicated pick up off point for fans at Old Trafford… and supporters are not happy. As part of the club's latest commercial partnership, a special “Uber Zone” will be installed somewhere ... United and Uber partner togetherManUtd.com Manchester United wrap up commercial deal with Uber which will see pick-up zone installed at Old TraffordMirror.co.uk Manchester United announce partnership with UberDaily Mail CampaignLive -Mashable -VentureBeat all 22 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Android Police Google Maps now lets you get an Uber without leaving the app The Verge Google's making it way easier and simpler to hail an Uber with Google Maps. Today the company announced that the latest version of Google Maps on Android and iOS lets users request a ride from Uber without ever leaving the app. Previously, you could ... Google Maps 9.43.2 has added 100% native Uber integration, and it looks awesomeAndroid Police Google Maps' redesigned ridesharing feature lets you hail an Uber without ever leaving the appTechCrunch all 5 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Engadget Uber rival Karhoo back from the dead thanks to Renault Engadget Make no mistake, it's hard going up against Uber. Traditional taxi companies have been forced to evolve or die, while other startups like Hailo have found it difficult to compete the ride-hailing service's incredible growth. Karhoo, a price comparison ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CampaignLive Uber teams up with Man Utd to offer match day content to fans CampaignLive Amy Friedlander Hoffman, head of business development – experiential marketing at Uber, added: "We're thrilled to be partnering with Manchester United to not only make match day transportation more seamless, but to deliver fans incredible experiences ... United and Uber partner together - Official Manchester United WebsiteManUtd.com Manchester United slammed for partnership with Uber to have pick-up point outside Old TraffordThe Sun Manchester United announce partnership with UberDaily Mail Mirror.co.uk -Mashable -VentureBeat all 22 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Telegraph.co.uk Uber backlash in Surrey town as hundreds sign petition amid claims drivers 'intimidate' residents Telegraph.co.uk Uber drivers could effectively be forced out of a Surrey town after claims they have been "leering" at and "intimidating" residents. Reigate and Banstead Borough Council agreed last year to lease Uber 50 spaces in the Horley high street car park and a ... Uber drivers could be banned from Surrey high street over claims of urinating in publicDaily Mail Uber drivers may be banned from posh Surrey neighbourhood amid claims they have been URINATING in public and ...The Sun all 3 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Business Insider Uber wants public subsidies to fill the gaps in the UK's transport network Business Insider Uber is pitching for public subsidies to fill the gaps in the UK's public transport network. The taxi app company believes car hire firms can reduce congestion and traffic emissions if given the chance to work directly with local authorities and ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Business Insider Uber wants public subsidies to fill the gaps in the UK's transport network Business Insider Uber is pitching for public subsidies to fill the gaps in the UK's public transport network. The taxi app company believes car hire firms can reduce congestion and traffic emissions if given the chance to work directly with local authorities and ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Daily Mail Uber drivers could be banned from Surrey high street over claims of urinating in public Daily Mail Uber drivers could be banned from an upmarket high street in Surrey following claims that they have been 'intimidating' and 'leering at' residents. The taxi firm app was allowed to lease 50 spaces at the car park in Horley last year, after complaints ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Bloomberg Obama's Wage Enforcer Won't Hail an Uber Over Workers' Status Bloomberg As app-based driver service companies like Uber Technologies Inc. and Lyft Inc. have grown in recent years, so has the number of legal disputes over whether the workers providing their services are independent contractors, as the companies contend, ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

ManUtd.com United and Uber partner together ManUtd.com (NYSE:MANU) Manchester United and Uber are today announcing a global partnership, the first of its kind for the football club, which will enhance fans' matchday experience at Old Trafford and how they connect with the club on a global scale. As part of ... Uber dives into content for the first time with Manchester United partnershipMashable Manchester United strike deal to provide Uber pick-up point at Old TraffordManchester Evening News Manchester United partner with Uber to enhance matchday experience and offer fans exclusive video contentThe Drum the Irish News -Bdaily -SportsPro Media all 13 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

TIME Uber Drivers in Taiwan Can Now Be Turned in to the Police for a Cash Reward TIME Until last week, Owen Lee made good earnings working overtime as an Uber driver in Taiwan's capital, Taipei, to boost his modest monthly salary as a marketing agent for a restaurant website. By driving over 150 hours a month, Lee, 28, could make up to ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Economic Times Why Uber isn't cool anymore Economic Times Uber started the year by increasing fares in Delhi and has now followed it up with a new incentive structure for drivers, announced on Tuesday. Under the new structure, incentives will be paid on each trip and not on the number of rides or total ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Automotive News (subscription) (blog) Uber tech efforts focused on easing 'surge pricing' Automotive News (subscription) (blog) “Automated vehicle technology is getting more and more ready to happen,” Marakby said, “and Uber wants to be part of it. We don't see automated vehicles as taking over completely. The biggest problem in ride-sharing is supply -- having enough drivers ... Uber to open advanced tech office in WixomThe Detroit News Uber to build autonomous vehicle center in WixomDetroit Free Press Uber Exec Talks About Autonomous VehiclesWinchester News Gazette all 9 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Daily Mail Uber can use calendar to get addresses Daily Mail Called Calendar Shortcuts, the new integration lets users convert meetings, social gatherings, flights and other events into trip destinations. Users connect Uber to their phone's native calendar and appointments saved with an address will appear as ... Uber can start trips based on your calendar - EngadgetEngadget Uber adds calendar shortcuts to set destinations fasterMashable Uber now suggests destinations based on your calendarTechCrunch SlashGear -Ubergizmo -International Business Times all 13 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

BGR Just what Uber needs: More creepy information about your personal life BGR Everyone who converts from cabs to Uber tends to rave about the pricing and service. But one thing that Uber is not so great at is customer privacy. The company has come under fire before for allegedly following customer's rides and tracking location ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Metro Joshua Gardner abandoned by Uber driver 'because of wheelchair' Metro A wheelchair user says he was left on the side of the road by an Uber driver who refused to take him. Joshua Gardner, from Leeds, had ordered an Uber to take him to the pub to meet his friends on Monday. He regularly uses the ride-sharing app, and ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CityLab Finally, Uber Releases Data to Help Cities With Transit Planning CityLab Uber has long had a somewhat rocky relationship with cities, from its most recent public spat with San Francisco authorities over testing autonomous vehicles to its feud with New York City planners over access to the company's ridership data. But in ... What Happened When Uber Tried To Help NYC With Its Biggest Safety InitiativeFast Company Uber's new tool is a glimpse of how much it knows about cities. Planners want the full picture.Washington Post Uber Releases a Staggering 2 Billion Trips-Worth of Traffic DataFuturism all 13 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Sun Shocking moment Uber driver 'refused to let disabled customer in a wheelchair into his car' The Sun He was on his way to meet friends at the pub to watch Cambridge against Leeds United on Monday when an Uber driver refused to take him. According to Mr Gardner, the man told him “Disabled people need disable car” before driving off. “Ordering a taxi ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Engadget Uber can start trips based on your calendar Engadget If you're a frequent Uber passenger, you probably don't pick all your destinations on the spot -- you sometimes have a scheduled meet-up in mind. Why do you have to dig up the address for that appointment when you already have it in your calendar? Uber now suggests destinations based on your calendarTechCrunch Uber adds calendar shortcuts to set destinations fasterMashable Uber Now Integrates With Your Calendar To Help You Move FasterUbergizmo International Business Times -VentureBeat -PC Magazine all 9 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber