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Forbes Windows Declines, Grandma Gets an Uber And Other Small Business Tech News This Week Forbes Here are five things in technology that happened this past week and how they affect your business. Did you miss them? 1 – Alphabet has received approval to begin testing delivery drones in the United States. Slowly but surely, the U.S. government is ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CNN International Uber driver will see his son compete in Rio thanks to passenger CNN International Willock, who works for a company that plans worldwide travel for medical patients in search of new clinical trials, told CNN she believes there is a reason she missed her flight that day and ended up getting in to Hill's Uber. "Someone was watching out ... Her Uber driver couldn't afford the trip to Rio to see his son compete ...Washington Post Thanks to a Total Stranger, This Uber Driver Gets to Watch His Son Compete in RioNew York Magazine Uber Driver To See Son Compete In Olympics, Thanks To PassengerHuffington Post The Comeback (blog) -Daily Mail -FOX 11 Los Angeles -People Magazine all 51 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Asbury Park Press Tip your Uber driver? Guide to modern tipping Asbury Park Press On-demand apps make life easier: A few taps on your phone and you can get a ride in minutes or groceries delivered to your door. The hard part? Figuring how much – or if – you should tip the people who drive you around or pick out your cheese at the ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CBS Local Uber Expands Rider Sharing Program In Denver CBS Local DENVER (CBS4) – Uber is making it easier and cheaper for customers to rove around the Denver metro area. The company is extending its Uberpool program to the Denver Tech Center. The pool option lets riders share their car with another customer and ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Great Falls Tribune Uber launches ride-sharing in Billings Great Falls Tribune BILLINGS (AP) — Billings residents have a new way to catch a ride as Uber has launched in the city. The Billings Gazette reports that Billings Mayor Tom Hanel took the service's ceremonial first ride on Friday to celebrate the service's arrival. Uber ... Uber launches first Billings rideKTVQ Billings News all 2 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Uber launches ride-sharing in Billings Helena Independent Record Brian Gebhardt, general manager of Uber Montana, said Uber does not release driver figures, but that all Montana cities have a comparable fleet. He says Billings had higher interest in the service compared to some other cities, judging by inquiries online. and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Honolulu Star-Advertiser Woman says Uber driver may have witnessed her being raped in back of his vehicle Honolulu Star-Advertiser LOUIS » A woman believes an Uber driver may have witnessed her being raped by a man in the back of his vehicle last month — and also that the company and St. Louis police are dragging their heels in the investigation. Police refuse to comment about ... Woman sexually assaulted in back of Uber car, police say - KMOV.comKMOV.com Police Investigating Alleged Rape in Back of Uber Vehicle « CBS St ...CBS Local all 4 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Boing Boing How and why to short Uber Boing Boing Uber's $62.5B valuation is an utterly speculative bet on a company that can only pay out if many sub-bets pay off: the timely arrival of self-driving cars, widespread adoption of car-sharing (rather than private self-driving car ownership), no ... Why Uber has been taken for a ride in ChinaThe Guardian Didi-Uber China Marriage To Shake Up Global AlliancesSeeking Alpha Competitors aren't scared of Uber's latest alliance | New York PostNew York Post YIBADA English -The Australian all 22 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Boing Boing How and why to short Uber Boing Boing Uber's $62.5B valuation is an utterly speculative bet on a company that can only pay out if many sub-bets pay off: the timely arrival of self-driving cars, widespread adoption of car-sharing (rather than private self-driving car ownership), no ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Washington Post Her Uber driver couldn't afford the trip to Rio to see his son compete. So she raised the money to send him. Washington Post Liz Willock believes she missed her flight to Philadelphia for a reason. Had she not taken a later one out of Chicago she might not have had Ellis Hill as her Uber driver on her trip from the airport to her hotel. And if they hadn't met, Hill would ... Uber Driver To See Son Compete In Olympics, Thanks To PassengerHuffington Post Thanks to a Total Stranger, This Uber Driver Gets to Watch His Son Compete in RioNew York Magazine Dad will watch son compete in Olympics thanks to N.J. Uber passengerNJ.com Upworthy -Mashable -Refinery29 -People Magazine all 28 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Post-Bulletin Should you tip the Uber driver? Here's what to give them Post-Bulletin Uber doesn't allow users to tip through its app because it wants to keep the ride cashless. You can tip if you want to reward good service, however, and drivers can accept — Uber clarified its policy to say so after recently settling two lawsuits ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Billings Gazette Uber launches ride-sharing service Friday in Billings Billings Gazette Uber drivers must be 21 years old, pass a background check and have a Montana license and insurance to cover ride-sharing. Drivers can't have DUI or drug-related offenses, fatal accidents, a criminal history or a history of reckless driving within the ... Uber officially launches in BozemanNBC Montana Uber makes debut in BillingsKULR-TV all 5 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

New York Post Competitors aren't scared of Uber's latest alliance New York Post In New York especially, investors worry that Uber will hit rivals like Lyft, Via and Juno with even more aggressive subsidies and discounts with its war chest worth billions that was earmarked for China. But so far, the competition won't be cowed ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Government Technology Western Pennsylvania Transit Officials Welcome Uber; Taxi Companies Not So Much Government Technology Western Pennsylvania Transit Officials Welcome Uber; Taxi Companies Not So Much. Recently Uber introduced its ride-sharing service to Westmoreland County, Pa., creating a rift between city administrators and the cab industry. by Rich Cholodofsky ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

NBC Chicago State Rep. Says He Drives Uber Due to State Budget Woes NBC Chicago State Rep. Jaime Andrade Jr. started driving for Uber in June to supplement his income as Illinois' budget woes continue to delay paychecks for elected officials. As a result of the state's budget stalemate, Illinois Comptroller Leslie Munger announced ... Illinois' Budget Is So Screwed Up, State Rep Drives Uber To Pay BillsDNAinfo Waiting On State Paycheck Spurs Lawmaker To Become Uber DriverCBS Local Lawmaker Drives Uber While Waiting for State PaycheckPatch.com all 5 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Huffington Post Uber Driver To See Son Compete In Olympics, Thanks To Passenger Huffington Post The outlet also reported that Uber chipped in, giving Hill $1,000 in Uber credits so he can easily get around Rio. The company also gave him a $250 gift certificate to one of the city's top restaurants. Now all Hill has to do is get his passport and ... Her Uber driver couldn't afford the trip to Rio to see his son compete. So she raised the money to send him.Washington Post Thanks to a Total Stranger, This Uber Driver Gets to Watch His Son Compete in RioNew York Magazine Dad will watch son compete in Olympics thanks to N.J. Uber passengerNJ.com Upworthy -Mashable -Refinery29 -People Magazine all 27 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

STLtoday.com St. Louis rape investigation delayed by Uber's 'technical obstacles' STLtoday.com A woman believes that an Uber driver may have witnessed her being raped by a man in the back of his vehicle last month — and also that the company and St. Louis police are dragging their heels in the investigation. Police refuse to comment about the ... Police Investigating Alleged Rape in Back of Uber VehicleCBS Local Woman sexually assaulted in back of Uber car, police sayKMOV.com all 3 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The American Prospect Underserved Communities Rely on Uber, but Challenges Remain The American Prospect For a person of color, Uber's appeal is simple: If you tap it, they will come. The ride-sharing service brought new mobility options to people in transportation deserts like Crenshaw in Los Angeles, Anacostia in D.C., and the South Side of Chicago ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

DNAinfo Illinois' Budget Is So Screwed Up, State Rep Drives Uber To Pay ... DNAinfo "I have to feed my kids," said state Rep. Jaime Andrade Jr., who drives up to 50 hours a week. State Rep. Says He Drives Uber Due to State Budget Woes | NBC ...NBC Chicago Waiting On State Paycheck Spurs Chicago Lawmaker To Become ...CBS Local Lawmaker Drives Uber While Waiting for State Paycheck - Chicago ...Patch.com all 5 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

TechCrunch Food startup Deliveroo raises $275M as Uber eats into its European market TechCrunch Deliveroo, a popular on-demand restaurant food delivery startup in Europe, has raised another $275 million in funding, a Series E investment that we have heard from sources values the company at around $1 billion. This latest round is led by new ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Quartz Investors have placed a one-way bet on Uber—which made us want to find a way to short it Quartz In its first seven years of existence, Uber has irked cities, flouted regulators, and petrified whole industries. It has yet to make money but is worth a fifth more than BMW and almost a third more than General Motors, both the owners of tons of ... Baker will sign Uber, Lyft legislationThe Boston Globe Governor Baker to sign Uber, Lyft legislationBoston.com Bill de Blasio's Progressive War on UberWall Street Journal Hot Air -KHON2 -Honolulu Civil Beat all 16 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Quartz China never banned Uber because ride-hailing is great for the government's agenda Quartz The merger between Didi Chuxing and Uber's China business marks the end of China's ride-hailing wars. The battle has been bitter, rife with cash-burning, driver fraud, and online turf wars. One element missing, however, was interference by the Chinese ... Uber gives appThe Economist How Apple Helped Didi Chuxing Outrun Uber in ChinaFortune Disrupting the Disruptors: The Merger of Uber China and Didi ChuxingForbes Business Insider -Wall Street Journal -Skift -Bloomberg all 262 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CBS Local 'I Don't Feel Safe Anymore': Woman Claims Uber Driver Lunged At Her, Shoved Tongue In Mouth CBS Local LOS ANGELES (CBSLA.com) — A woman says her Uber ride ended in shock as she was left fighting off an attack allegedly by her driver. Kris Brix says she's always liked the ride-sharing company because it's fast and cheap. But, she says, she no longer ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Westmoreland transit officials hail Uber expansion; cab companies less enthusiastic Tribune-Review A cab company owner had a strong opinion about Uber on the first day the company started providing its ride service in Westmoreland County. “We don't want to see Uber in Westmoreland County. Tell them to stay in Pittsburgh,” said Lou Falbo, owner of ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Forbes Poor Behavior: When Will The Uber Brand Reach Breaking Point? Forbes The Uber brand is at an inflection point. Sure, the company has a projected current gob smacking valuation of $68 billion. However, in the past year, Uber has been playing fast and loose with not only their drivers but their customers as well, and ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber