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CNBC Uber growth slowed and losses widened between Q2 and Q3, as company expands into new businesses CNBC Uber's losses ticked up to nearly $1 billion during the third quarter and annualized growth is continuing to slow, according to the private company's self-reported financials for Q3. The news comes ahead of the company's anticipated IPO next year ... Uber revenue grew 38% as losses widened in third quarterMarketWatch Uber Revenue Slows as Quarterly Loss Surges to $1.1 BillionBloomberg Uber posts $1 billion loss in quarter as growth in bookings slowsReuters Wall Street Journal -Financial Times all 69 news articles » https://www.google.com/news

The New Times Uber sees opportunity for minibus service in Kenyan capital The New Times Uber Technologies may roll out a new service in Kenya to help users book seats on minibuses that ply the streets of the congested capital, if tests on the product in Egypt and Mexico prove successful, a company executive said on Wednesday. Uber ... and more » https://www.google.com/news

12news.com KPNX Business Hot Headlines: Uber ambulance, beer battle, shopping while driving and more 12news.com KPNX More people are calling Uber or Lyft during emergencies due to cost of an ambulance, Beer battle between Pabst, Lone Star and Colt 45 is suing Miller Coors, online shopping while driving, and millions will be traveling during Thanksgiving and TSA will ... View the full article

Bracknell News Councillors call for action on Uber after hearing taxi drivers are 'discriminated' against Bracknell News 2 hrs ago. Councillors call for action on Uber after hearing taxi drivers are 'discriminated' against. By Ollie Sirrell @olliesirrellldr Local Democracy Reporter. Taxi drivers discriminated against. TAXI drivers are being “discriminated” against by ... https://www.google.com/news

Independent Online Uber driver killed in Musgrave botched hijacking Independent Online Durban - A local businessman, who manages a fleet of Uber drivers, said more needs to be done to raise awareness about the dangers of being an Uber driver. In recent months, there have been a spate of attacks on Uber and Taxify drivers. and more » https://www.google.com/news

TechCrunch Uber launches rider loyalty Rewards like credits & upgrades 9 cities TechCrunch Uber's new loyalty program incentivizes you not to check Lyft or the local competitor. Riders earn points for all the money they spend on Uber and Uber Eats that score them $5 credits, upgrades to nicer cars, access to premium support, and even ... Uber Rewards gives ride discounts, perks to frequent ridersUSA TODAY all 57 news articles » View the full article

TechCrunch Uber launches rider loyalty Rewards like credits & upgrades 9 cities TechCrunch Uber's new loyalty program incentivizes you not to check Lyft or the local competitor. Riders earn points for all the money they spend on Uber and Uber Eats that score them $5 credits, upgrades to nicer cars, access to premium support, and even ... San Diego chosen for new Uber Rewards program10News all 57 news articles » https://www.google.com/news

CNBC Uber is launching a new rewards program that will let you cancel rides for free and set some lower fares CNBC Ridesharing rewards are here. Uber announced Wednesday its first consumer-facing loyalty program called Uber Rewards that will offer users dedicated phone support, complimentary upgrades and access to the highest-rated drivers. The program will begin ... Uber rolls out its own airlines-style rewards programThe Verge Uber launches rider loyalty Rewards like credits & upgrades 9 citiesTechCrunch Uber Rewards Loyalty Program Gives Perks to Power UsersWIRED USA TODAY -9to5Mac -Bustle -CNBC all 160 news articles » https://www.google.com/news

USA TODAY Uber Rewards gives ride discounts, perks to frequent riders USA TODAY Blue is the standard level, with every 500 points netting you $5 in Uber Cash, the company's virtual currency that can be used to pay for Uber rides or Uber Eats deliveries. Using Uber Cash also earns you points. You will earn $5 for every 500 points ... Uber launches rider loyalty Rewards like credits & upgrades 9 citiesTechCrunch Uber's rider loyalty program crushes Lyft's with more rewardsMashable Uber and Lyft Announce Rewards ProgramsNew York Times Florida Politics (blog) -WRAL Tech Wire -CNBC -Formstack all 217 news articles » View the full article

Moneyweb.co.za Uber sees opportunity for minibus service in Kenyan capital Moneyweb.co.za Uber Technologies may roll out a new service in Kenya to help users book seats on minibuses that ply the streets of the congested capital, if tests on the product in Egypt and Mexico prove successful, a company executive said on Wednesday. Uber ... and more » View the full article

Fast Company He told Bozoma Saint John to work for Uber. “Of course, I hung up on him.” Fast Company Like Cher, Beyonce, and Madonna (icons in their own right), she's mononymous–at least in the business world–after high-profile stints at Uber, Apple, and Beats Music. In a series of recent email exchanges, Saint John and Platzner shared with Fast ... https://www.google.com/news

Wall Street Journal The 'Uber of Trucks' Isn't Cruising to a Profit Wall Street Journal Many of China's biggest startups—from ride-hailing giant Didi Chuxing Technology Co. to food-delivery leader Meituan Dianping —are still burning through cash despite commanding market shares, and don't know when they will make money. Chinese tech ... View the full article

Business Insider Uber's CEO is 'anxious' for more details about murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi, but says Saudi Arabia still ... Business Insider Uber's chief executive Dara Khosrowshahi has said he is "anxious" for more information about the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, and any role Saudi Arabia may have played in the killing. Uber is the second most valuable private company in the ... Uber's CEO is 'anxious' for more details about the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi but says Saudi Arabia still ...Business Insider Australia Uber CEO Takes Wait-And-See Approach to Saudi InvestmentWall Street Journal all 1,208 news articles » View the full article

TNW Waymo might beat Uber in the race to launch a self-driving cab service next month TNW Alphabet has been keen on the self-driving car business for nearly a decade now, having tasked engineers at Google and later its spin-off firm, Waymo, with developing autonomous vehicle technology. According to Bloomberg, it's now awfully close to ... and more » https://www.google.com/news

TNW Waymo might beat Uber in the race to launch a self-driving cab service next month TNW With that, Waymo is set to beat out Uber in the race to launch self-driving cabs that cost money. The two companies were embroiled in legal tussles over the alleged theft of trade secrets and have since settled. It's a race worth following, because in ... Waymo to Start First Driverless Car Service Next MonthBloomberg all 129 news articles » View the full article

Uber rolls out its own airlines-style rewards program The VergeUber hasn't taken to the skies yet, but the ride-hail company is already offering a frequent flyer-style rewards program for riders. The program, which launches in ... https://www.google.com/news

Uber driving golfer upstages bigger names at Australian Open The GuardianUber driver Adam Stephens took leave from his day job to take the spotlight at the Australian Open in Sydney. View the full article

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi 'anxious' over killing of Jamal Khashoggi Business InsiderUber, along with the rest of Silicon Valley, must reckon with its strong financial ties to Saudi Arabia after the killing of Jamal Khashoggi. View the full article

Uber Rewards gives ride discounts, perks to frequent riders USA TODAYUber's new program will give plenty of perks to frequent riders of its *service*, including discounts, faster airport pickup and ride upgrades. View the full article

Uber continues to lose money as it scales scooters, bikes and other newer businesses TechCrunchUber, which is expected to go public sometime next year, just released its Q3 2018 financial results. Uber's net losses increased 32 percent quarter over quarter ... View the full article

CNN Uber's CEO wants to 'get the facts' on Khashoggi killing before rethinking Saudi ties CNN Laguna Beach, California (CNN Business) Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says he's waiting for more information about the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi before taking any action over the Saudi government's significant investment in the startup. Uber stuck between a rock and a hard place with Saudi investmentCNET Uber's CEO is 'anxious' for more details about murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi, but says Saudi Arabia still ...Business Insider Uber CEO Takes Wait-And-See Approach to Saudi InvestmentWall Street Journal Business Insider Australia -WFMZ Allentown -New York Times all 1,208 news articles » https://www.google.com/news

Your Money Will flying taxis solve our traffic woes? Your Money “Right now, you've got choppers that can't go to a fro the CBD and the airport without observing certain routes,” Shivani Gopal, CEO of women's mentor group The Remarkable Woman told Your Money Live. “That's the double bind Uber Air will face… they ... View the full article

The Denver Channel Former Uber driver accused of kidnapping Golden teen held on $50K bond The Denver Channel GOLDEN, Colo. – The former Uber driver arrested Sunday and accused of kidnapping a 15-year-old girl and kissing her against her will during an UberPOOL trip made his first court appearance Tuesday and saw his bond set at $50,000. Ahmed Muse, 29 ... Uber Driver Charged With Kidnapping 15-Year-Old Girl - WFMYWFMYNews2.com Colorado Uber driver arrested for allegedly trying to kidnapping a 15 ...KKTV 11 News Uber driver accused of trying to kidnap a 15-year-old girl in ColoradoKPLC FOX31 Denver -The Denver Channel all 78 news articles » https://www.google.com/news

Government Technology Uber, Lyft Take Up New Fight Over Rider Data Government Technology (TNS) — For nearly three years, Uber and Lyft fought a costly court battle with the city of Seattle to keep their ridership data secret. Then, in September, the companies abruptly dropped the long-running legal challenge, allowing the data to become ... Lyft, Uber woo travelers with discounts, perks - SFGateSFGate Uber driver charged with kidnapping, allegedly wouldn't let girl, 15 ...WLS-TV Lyft, Uber woo travelers with discounts, perksChron.com Pittsburgh Business Times all 11 news articles » https://www.google.com/news

The Star Online Uber bans drivers from broadcasting recordings of riders, months ... The Star Online A group of men piled into an Uber SUV late last month. They started complaining about work and their bosses. They had no idea a camera was rolling, and ... and more » https://www.google.com/news