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Daily Mail MPs demand taxi firm Uber stripped of London licence | Daily Mail ... Daily Mail A group of MPs, including Labour's Wes Streeting, have demanded taxi firm Uber is stripped of its licence to operate in London in light of a string of recent ... Uber rival Taxify has appealed the loss of its licence and wants to ...Business Insider Nordic all 2 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CNBC Uber investor says 'era of private markets' is rapidly approaching CNBC TPG's James Coulter says companies are choosing to stay privately held for as long as possible. and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Register Uber v Waymo latest: Google spinoff refused access to Uber internal doc hunt details The Register An American judge has denied Google's self-driving car offshoot Waymo access to details of how Uber hunted for allegedly stolen documents handed to it by former Waymo employee Anthony Levandowski. The attempt to secure discovery came as part of the ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Eyewitness News Backlogs at Transport Dept cause delays for partner drivers - Uber Eyewitness News JOHANNESBURG - Uber says its partner drivers have applied for operating licences but they've not been issued due to backlogs at the Transport Department. Transport Minister Joe Masangwanyi issued a warning to e-hailing cab providers without licences ... Uber says South Africa must do more to stop taxi violenceWashington Post Uber vs metered taxi war sees 200 intimidation incidents in a monthhtxt.africa all 9 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Recode Apple, Microsoft, Uber and other tech giants are rising to the defense of Dreamers Recode Apple, Amazon, Facebook, Microsoft and Uber each are providing legal aid to employees affected by President Donald Trump's decision to unwind a federal program that spares undocumented young adults from deportation. In addition, Amazon and ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Forbes Latest On Brazil Startup Scene: Uber, Facebook, Google, Zip Code From Hell, And More Forbes If you have global ambitions, you cannot ignore Brazil, the fifth-largest internet and mobile economy and a crucial market for juggernauts like Facebook and Google. It is home to over 200 million people, and 66% of the population is on the internet ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Uber says South Africa must do more to stop taxi violence Washington Post JOHANNESBURG — Uber's operation in South Africa says it is disappointed with authorities for what it calls a weak response to violence by metered taxi drivers who fear they are losing business to the ride-hailing app. Uber also says in a statement ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Uber says South Africa must do more to stop taxi violence Miami Herald Uber's operation in South Africa says it is disappointed with authorities for what it calls a weak response to violence by metered taxi drivers who fear they are losing business to the ride-hailing app. Uber also says in a statement Tuesday that the ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CNET Lyft slyly mocks Uber in new Jeff Bridges ad CNET Uber has made a rather painful mess of its brand image. What of its rival Lyft? It seems to have sat quietly, perhaps even enjoying the show. (Well, haven't we all?) Now, though, the slightly nicer ride-hailing service has decided to softly address the ... California lawmakers ease permitting rules for Uber and Lyft driversLos Angeles Times Lyft Drivers Back on Florida Streets, Uber Offline in AreasBloomberg Hurricane Irma: Taxis, Uber, Lyft back on the roadsSun Sentinel Charleston Post Courier all 8 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Recode SoftBank and Uber's deal talks have advanced under Uber's new ... Recode The attempt by SoftBank to acquire a massive ownership position in Uber has entered a new stage — the ride-hailing company is soon to formally offer some of ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Forbes Ellen Pao On Sexism In Silicon Valley: Uber Isn't The Only Bad Apple Forbes About halfway through her gripping new book, in a chapter called 'The Last Straw,' Ellen Pao details the research she did before suing her former employer, venture capital giant Kleiner Perkins Caulfield & Byers, in 2012. Pao, then a junior partner at ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Metro Proof Uber and Lyft are about to wipe taxis off the map forever Metro Yellow cab drivers in New York City are struggling to pay off their medallions — a badge-like licence issued by the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission that gives you permission to pick up passengers. Uber and Lyft drivers aren't governed by the same ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Atlanta Journal Constitution BREAKING: Uber suspends service in Atlanta due to Irma Atlanta Journal Constitution Uber and Uber Eats suspended service in Atlanta at 3 p.m. Monday due to worsening conditions from Tropical Storm Irma. The company said it made its decision with the safety of riders and drivers in mind. “We strongly advise our riders and driver ... Uber to suspend operations in Atlanta due to IrmaCBS46 News Atlanta all 14 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Eyewitness News Maswanganyi gives Uber, metered taxi drivers stern warning Eyewitness News Maswanganyi gives Uber, metered taxi drivers stern warning. Minister Joe Maswanganyi met and interacted with taxi operators in Sandton who didn't hold back in telling the minister their grievances. Transport Minister Joe Maswanganyi and acting ... Uber Customers: Screw Petitions, We Want To Be ProtectedHuffington Post South Africa (blog) Metered taxis and Uber wars will affect tourismeNCA Minister calls on meter taxi operators and Uber to resolve disputeRNews MyBroadband -htxt.africa all 16 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Nairobi News (satire) (press release) (blog) Uber, Taxify drivers down tools over poor returns Nairobi News (satire) (press release) (blog) Drivers with the San-Francisco based firm Uber, Estonia's Taxify, Dubai-based Mondo-Ride and Kenya's Little have vowed to stay away from work until their business conditions and returns improve. The drivers have decried the “un-ending offers” and “high ... Cabs vs. Uber: Taxi operators in Romania threaten with tax strikeRomania-Insider.com all 7 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

TechCrunch Uber Advanced Technologies Group hires Oculus platform lead Jon Thomason TechCrunch Uber's Advanced Technology Group has hired Jon Thomason, who most recently acted as Head of Mobile and Product at Facebook's Oculus virtual reality company. Thomason will lead ATG software teams across Pittsburgh, San Francisco and Toronto, ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Clean Energy News Uber to make UK transition to hybrid and electric vehicles by 2022 Clean Energy News Uber has pledged to adopt hybrid or fully electric vehicles across its entire UK fleet of uberX vehicles by 2022, beginning with London by 2019 when no diesel vehicles in the capital will be available on the app. The goal of the taxi service company is ... Uber to stop using diesel cars in London by the end of 2019Times of Malta all 4 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

People are 'scared' after Uber, metered taxi clash Eyewitness News Two cars belonging to e-hailing services Uber and Taxify were petrol-bombed near Sandton City shopping centre last week. Furious Uber drivers then retaliated and torched a metered taxi. Community Safety spokesperson Busaphi Nxumalo said they now ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Business Insider Uber “may lose London licence” Smart Highways (press release) (registration) Uber is facing what are called tough new hurdles to keep operating in London with at least three members of the Transport for London board demanding it have its licence cancelled or renewed only under strict conditions. The Sunday Times has reported ... London transport regulator board members want to cancel Uber's ...Business Insider Uber-Rival Taxify Suspended in London Amid License InvestigationGears Of Biz all 10 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

TechCrunch New Uber CEO departs New York Times board TechCrunch Dara Khosrowshahi, the recently named CEO of Uber, is leaving the New York Times Company's board of directors. According to a government filing, Khosrowshahi notified the NYT board on Thursday that he would be resigning from the role because of his ... Expedia boss Dara Khosrowshahi gets Uber top jobGears Of Biz all 3 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Eyewitness News Fears Uber, meter taxi violence could hurt tourism Eyewitness News Xasa's office fears the long-standing dispute between metered taxi operators and Uber could impact tourism. The minister's spokesperson Mahlodi Muofhe shared the concerns. “Tourists have a wide choice of destinations. The minister is doing her best to ... Taxis and Uber clashes will turn away tourists - Minister XasaIndependent Online Minister calls on meter taxi operators and Uber to resolve disputeRNews all 7 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

BBC News Uber in Asia: 'Here to stay' BBC News The new boss of Uber in Asia has said there is no way it will sell out of the ride-hailing business in this region. His first detailed comments about his strategy come as the firm struggles against competitors and its tarnished global brand. L Brooks ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Business Insider London transport regulator board members want to cancel Uber's ... Business Insider Uber's bad behaviour might cost it its London licence. and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Bloomberg Uber Gives Free Rides to Shelters in Hurricane Irma's Path Bloomberg Uber Technologies Inc. and Lyft Inc. offered free rides to shelters near Tampa as Hurricane Irma barreled toward the Florida mainland. The city's Office of Emergency Management publicized the free Uber rides on its Twitter feed and mobile news-alert ... Hurricane Irma: Uber is offering free rides to Tampa shelters, but only for a whileBradenton Herald Uber suspends operations in Tampa Bay areaWFLA all 4 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Financial Times Can Frances Frei fix Uber? Financial Times Frances Frei, Uber's head of leadership, is in the conference room that lies at the centre of the company headquarters in San Francisco. It used to be called the “War Room” under Travis Kalanick, the pugnacious co-founder and former chief executive ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber