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Forbes Airbnb is trying to do what Uber couldn't: win China CNBC At one point, Uber was losing nearly $1 billion per year in China as it battled local competitor Didi Chuxing for a slice of the ride-sharing market. Uber finally agreed to sell its Chinese operations to Didi last year in a deal that valued the ... Airbnb Doubles Down In China, Where Uber FailedForbes all 38 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Forbes Airbnb Doubles Down In China, Where Uber Failed Forbes 2016 was the year Uber got out of China. In 2017, Airbnb wants to prove it can thrive there. On Wednesday in Shanghai, Airbnb Cofounder and CEO Brian Chesky announced that the $30 billion startup is taking steps to grow its home sharing business in ... Airbnb is trying to do what Uber couldn't: win ChinaCNBC all 25 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Boston Globe Uber, Lyft, and Google oppose driverless car limits The Boston Globe “The way that it defines a vehicle manufacturer is very anticompetitive,” said Chan Lieu, who is serving as a legal adviser to a coalition opposing the GM bill that includes Uber, Lyft, auto makers Ford and Volvo, and Waymo, the self-driving intiative ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Chron.com Uber will deliver piglets to your office Chron.com You may be lucky enough to hear some squealing at work on Wednesday from your coworkers and some piglets. Uber is partnering with Petite Porkers to deliver piglets to your office, according to the company. PORK WARS: The Star Wars pig race. To play ... Drop everything and let Uber bring you playful pigletsKTRK-TV all 2 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Chicago Tribune Uber vows to become a more humane company Chicago Tribune Uber is vowing to head down a new road and become a more humane company following a wave of ugly developments, including allegations of rampant sexual harassment and a video of a profanity-laced confrontation between the ride-hailing company's ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Vancouver Sun Uber shifts into election gear with petition campaigning for ride-hailing in BC Vancouver Sun For those in the taxi industry, the government plans to spend $1 million to develop an app that can compete with Uber, while ICBC will spend $3.5 million to equip taxis with crash-avoidance technology, as well as adapt the insurance system for ride ... Uber and Grab are bringing Southeast Asia's taxi on-demand war to MyanmarTechCrunch Uber Rival Grab Hits the Road in MyanmarWall Street Journal (subscription) Taxi-Hailing App 'Grab' Beats Uber to MyanmarVoice of America Reuters UK all 38 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Financial Times Huffington backs Kalanick as Uber promises culture change Financial Times Uber board member Arianna Huffington expressed confidence in chief executive Travis Kalanick even as a leadership group outlined a series of dramatic steps designed to revamp its culture and repair ties with drivers in response to a series of scandals ... What Does Uber Need to Do to Fix Its Battered Reputation?Entrepreneur Uber executives defend embattled CEO in latest damage-control effortThe Guardian Uber Promises to Change Company Culture, Become More CompassionateThe Drive Management Today -The Register -Sky News -Bloomberg all 260 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

BBC News Uber pledges to make drivers happier BBC News Uber's relationship with its drivers has become increasingly strained, the company admitted on Tuesday, as it vowed to improve its service. The ride-sharing firm told the media some of its policies were "unintentionally stacked against drivers". In ... Uber says it's trying to improve relations with angry driversCNBC Uber executives defend embattled CEO in latest damage-control effortThe Guardian With New COO, Uber Will Try To Overhaul Its 'Cult Of The Individual'Forbes TechCrunch -Recode -Wall Street Journal (subscription) -Bloomberg all 93 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Chicago Sun-Times Police: Man impersonating Uber driver sexually assaulted 2 women Chicago Sun-Times A man impersonating an Uber driver drove two women to north suburban Skokie and sexually assaulted them in the last month, according to police. Musaab S. Afandi, 33, was charged with three counts of aggravated criminal sexual assault and two counts of ... Bangor Police: Man Impersonated Uber Driver, Assaulted PassengersWABI all 2 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Guardian Uber executives defend embattled CEO in latest damage-control effort The Guardian Top executives at Uber defended its CEO, Travis Kalanick, on Tuesday, claiming that the company roiled by scandals can “fundamentally change” its culture with the embattled founder at the helm. Board member Arianna Huffington and two executives ... Travis Kalanick is still the right man to lead UberManagement Today Uber vows to end 'brilliant jerks' culture as boss Travis Kalanick keeps jobSky News Huffington backs Kalanick as Uber promises culture changeFinancial Times The Register -NEWS.com.au -Fortune -Bloomberg all 211 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Uber vows to change direction, become more humane company New Zealand Herald SAN FRANCISCO (AP) " Uber is vowing to head down a new road and become a more humane company following a wave of ugly developments, including allegations of rampant sexual harassment and a video of a profanity-laced confrontation between the ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CNBC Uber says it's trying to improve relations with angry drivers CNBC In a conference call with reporters on Tuesday that focused mostly on the company's diversity efforts and its search for a chief operating officer, Rachel Holt, a regional general manager, said the company is addressing a rising level of discontent ... Uber executives defend embattled CEO in latest damage-control effortThe Guardian Uber pledges to make drivers happierBBC News With New COO, Uber Will Try To Overhaul Its 'Cult Of The Individual'Forbes Recode -TechCrunch -The Verge -Bloomberg all 94 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Kansas City Star Outgoing Uber executive's return to Kansas prompts speculation on political aspirations Kansas City Star An Uber executive's decision to move back to Lawrence has prompted speculation that he could run for office in the near future. A spokeswoman for the Kansas Democratic Party confirmed that Brian McClendon, an outgoing vice president for rideshare giant ... Uber president resigns after 6 months on jobKGO-TV KU grad, Uber exec moving back to Lawrence to 'explore politics'; mentions 2nd Congressional DistrictLawrence Journal World (blog) all 10 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Vanity Fair Uber's All White, All Male Shortlist to Save the Company Vanity Fair This year got off to a rocky start for Uber. The world's most valuable private tech company is facing an existential crisis in the form of a major lawsuit from Google and an investigation into allegations of sexual harassment, not to mention the recent ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

City A.M. Uber's facing a fresh legal challenge - this time over VAT City A.M. Uber is facing a fresh lawsuit, this time over VAT payments, from a tax lawyer who is also fighting Brexit in the Irish Courts. Jolyon Maugham QC has handed Uber a letter before action, a move taken before official proceeding in court which is expected ... Uber faces legal challenge on paying VATFinancial Times A single ride in London could wind up costing Uber hundreds of millions of dollarsQuartz Uber fares could go up by 20% if it loses a UK court battleBusiness Insider Gizmodo UK all 7 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

KFOX El Paso El Paso City Council to look into Uber availability for people with disabilities KFOX El Paso Advocates say Uber hasn't complied with an ordinance that provides service with a vehicle that accommodates people who use wheelchairs. If an appropriate vehicle isn't available, companies like Uber are required to help customers out and refer them to ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Verge Uber's attempt to block Seattle drivers from unionizing has failed The Verge A Washington state judge put the brakes on Uber's attempt to block the city of Seattle from implementing a landmark law allowing freelance drivers for ride-hailing companies to unionize, according to Reuters. The law still faces two lawsuits in federal ... State: Uber, Lyft ride-sharing fares subject to excise taxesHawaii News Now What Insurance Does an Uber or Lyft Driver Need?Cars.com News Check the numbers, it's true: People really like Lyft over Uber, even before #DeleteUberMashable all 16 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

NOLA.com Kenner's proposed fees for Uber, shuttle buses concern airport, transit companies NOLA.com A proposal in Kenner to charge new fees on Uber and Lyft rides, shuttle buses and limos at Louis Armstrong International Airport has transportation companies warning the costs could put them out of business and New Orleans city leaders concerned about ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CTV News New legislation makes way for Uber in Manitoba CTV News WINNIPEG - The Manitoba government is paving the way for ride-hailing services such as Uber. A bill now before the legislature would dissolve the provincial taxicab board, do away with rules that prevented Uber from operating, and give municipalities ... They booked a ride with Uber for the mayor. But no one knows who pays the tabCBC.ca Road cleared for UberWinnipeg Sun Legislation first step for Uber arrivalWinnipeg Free Press all 9 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Lincoln Journal Star Uber President's Resignation Roils Tech Giant Lincoln Journal Star The president of the embattled ride-hailing company Uber has resigned just six months after taking the job. Jeff Jones' departure is the latest challenge facing the technology giant as CEO Travis Kalanick prepares to take Uber public. (March 20). and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

cleveland.com Why Uber is replacing rental cars, cabs on our family vacations cleveland.com It was my wife's idea to try and hail a pre-dawn Uber for the 30-mile drive from Miami Beach to the Fort Lauderdale airport. I judged the plan risky. How many freelance drivers would be up seeking fares at that hour? Plenty, it turned out. Our friendly ... Ola, Uber may find a new rival in HDK Cabs in KarnatakaLivemint all 26 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CNBC Sexism isn't a 'systemic problem' at Uber, says board member Arianna Huffington CNBC Sexism isn't a "systemic problem" at the ride-hailing company Uber, board member Arianna Huffington said. In an interview Monday on CNN's "Quest Means Business," Huffington, who is on the board committee overseeing Uber's "urgent investigation" into ... Uber's Messy Breakup Complicates Search for COOBloomberg Uber's toxic culture of rule breaking, explainedVox What Uber's HR scandal can teach us about managing company cultureCIPD (blog) Fortune -Business Insider -NEWS.com.au all 55 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Virginian-Pilot Uber driver charged with raping passenger admitted sexual contact with her, search warrant says Virginian-Pilot An Uber driver charged earlier this month with raping a female passenger in one of the city's Oceanfront neighborhoods admitted to having sexual contact with her, according to a search warrant application filed in Circuit Court. The incident reportedly ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Bloomberg What Uber's HR scandal can teach us about managing company culture CIPD (blog) It's been a challenging few weeks for Uber to say the least, with several high-profile controversies throwing the company's leadership and future into question – the latest of which being the departure of company president Jeff Jones after only six ... Alphabet-Uber lawsuit ends uneasy marriageNEWS.com.au Uber's Messy Breakup Complicates Search for COOBloomberg Arianna Huffington: Sexism isn't a 'systemic problem' at UberCNNMoney CTV News -KGO-TV all 39 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CBC.ca They booked a ride with Uber for the mayor. But no one knows who pays the tab CBC.ca During his State of the City speech in February, he promised to help bring Uber or another ride-booking service to Winnipeg. But he offered no specifics in terms of that help, which is fitting considering the city has no jurisdiction over the vehicle ... Road cleared for UberWinnipeg Sun Legislation first step for Uber arrivalWinnipeg Free Press Province Paves Way For Uber, Plans To Dissolve Taxicab Board630ched.com all 8 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber