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Toronto Star Book slams Uber, Airbnb, sharing economy: Walkom Toronto Star He describes the evolution of ride sharing, from its hippy-like origins — when drivers exchanged fist-bumps with their passengers and fees were voluntary — to the Uber of today, a $62.5-billion (U.S.) giant that operates in 60 countries worldwide. and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

TechnoBuffalo Uber adds extra fee for making your driver wait TechnoBuffalo Uber makes it insanely easy to find a ride in just a few minutes, but sometimes that means the car you requested shows up before you're ready to leave. Now the company is promising to punish customers who keep their drivers waiting for more that two ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Guardian Arianna Huffington: from bedroom to boardroom with the Uber woman The Guardian For Huffington finds herself in a thorny position of conflict. Last week, Uber, the global taxi giant, announced that she had joined its board of directors. For a woman who lectures against too much work, that may be a little tricky, but that's not the ... Huffington Post Editor Explains Uber Story FlapAdAge.com Huffington Post says editor made a “mistake” in Uber coverageFast Company all 4 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Telegraph.co.uk Fears over 'excessive and unsafe' 65-hour weeks for Uber cab drivers Telegraph.co.uk Even this, however, is still potentially dangerous, according to Uber's own general manager in New York, Josh Mohrer, who stated in an open letter to the city's taxi and limousine commission that it is “unsafe to use the Uber app for more than 12 hours ... Uber Insists It Will Not Add Tipping Function To AppSFist Uber Testing Feature to Cut Wait times for DriversWLTX.com Uber drivers reveal 5 ways to get a better passenger ratingTech Insider NewsOK.com all 16 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Council, Uber still in talks before final vote LubbockOnline.com A public policy manager for Uber was asked point-blank if the company would respond to the new vehicle-for-hire ordinance by leaving the city, and he answered no. He also said, “The devil is in the details,” and he hadn't had the time to view the ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

WLTX.com Uber Testing Feature to Cut Wait times for Drivers WLTX.com Next time you make your Uber driver wait too long, it could you cost you. The ride-hailing service says it's testing out a feature where riders must pay their drivers more if they have to wait more than 2 minutes. Uber didn't say how much extra cash ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Verge Uber agrees to $225000 settlement in lawsuit alleging discrimination against the blind The Verge "Our goal at Uber is to make transportation options more accessible to all individuals, including those who are blind, low-vision or have other disabilities," the company said in its statement. "We are committed to continuing to build technological ... Fears over 'excessive and unsafe' 65-hour weeks for Uber cab driversTelegraph.co.uk Why the Uber drivers' lawyer settled their fight to become employeesRe/code Uber, Blind Riders Reach Settlement Over Service AnimalsABC News SFist -Engadget all 19 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

NewsOK.com Uber Insists It Will Not Add Tipping Function To App SFist In response to reactions like SFist's this week to the growing idea that Uber drivers want passengers to tip them in cash, Uber has just put up a new official statement on Medium on their tipping policy. And even though "tip is included" was always the ... Uber says tipping drivers isn't expected, but let's be honest: it isNewsOK.com Uber Testing Feature to Cut Wait times for DriversWLTX.com all 10 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

KENS5.com Uber gave out 100K rides during Fiesta, but DWI numbers up KENS5.com If you used the ridesharing app Uber during Fiesta, you probably noticed surcharges during peak times. So it should come as no surprise to find out that the ridesharing company broke a record over the 10-day party. Uber says it facilitated almost 100 ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Re/code Why the Uber drivers' lawyer gave up their fight to become employees Re/code In the days since Uber announced that it had reached a settlement agreement with US drivers who had sued to be reclassified as company employees, the attorney representing the drivers has seen a flood of feedback. But not all of the notes — from more ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Black Enterprise The Uber for Private Jets Is Finally Here Black Enterprise This startup lets you order up a charter jet as easy as ordering an Uber. The service is called JetSmarter. Since its launch in 2013, the company is attempting to disrupt the private jet industry, offering consumers three different options: JetCharter ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

NewsOK.com San Antonio travelblog: 80 mph speed limit & Uber NewsOK.com On the walk to dinner, we got into a discussion about Uber. Bryan never had used Uber, I've taken Uber a couple of times but always with someone else and the Thunder guys take it all the time. A.C. raved about its superiority to taxis, and I defended ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Driver accused of harassing reporter no longer with Uber Lowell Sun BOSTON (AP) -- An Uber driver accused of making strong sexual advances toward a reporter last month is "no longer active" on the popular ride-hailing car service, Uber said Friday. But Uber, which has faced criticism for its driver vetting process and ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

CBS Local Man Charged In Slaying Of Detroit Uber Driver To Face Trial CBS Local DETROIT (WWJ/AP) – A 23-year-old man charged in the fatal shooting of an Uber driver in Detroit will face trial on a murder charge and other crimes. A judge on Thursday said there's enough evidence to send Dajuan Watson to trial in the death of Modou ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Tech Insider Uber drivers reveal 5 ways to get a better passenger rating Tech Insider If you've ever used Uber, then you're familiar with rating your driver between 1-5 stars at the end of the ride. What's less known, however, is that all drivers do the same for you as a passenger. Having a low rating could prevent you from getting rides. https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

AdAge.com Huffington Post Editor Explains Uber Story Flap AdAge.com Greg Beyer, an editor at the Huffington Post, sent an email to colleagues on Friday explaining why he passed on a pitch from a reporter who flagged a New York Times story about Uber. He had cited a company partnership with Uber as a rational for ... Huffington Post says editor made a “mistake” in Uber coverageFast Company all 3 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

VentureBeat Uber proposes $225000 and other changes to settle guide dog lawsuit VentureBeat The technology company has asked a judge to approve the deal in which Uber will not only publish a service animal policy, and educate drivers on it and overall partner policies, but also pay the organization $225,000 over three years and permit it to ... Uber told to give rides to dogs accompanying visually impairedHindustan Times all 2 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

MyStatesman.com Uber, Lyft spending now at $8.1 million in Prop. 1 race MyStatesman.com There's been no stop to the gusher of ride-hailing service money backing Proposition 1, as Uber and Lyft have spent an estimated $8.1 million backing the measure, new campaign finance filings released Friday show. The report from Ridesharing Works for ... How, Where and When to Vote on Uber and Lyft in AustinAustin Inno Uber and Lyft Pour $8.1M Into Prop. 1 ElectionTWC News Uber/Lyft PAC Spent More Than $5 Million to Campaign For Prop 1 Last MonthKUT all 31 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

The Boston Globe Uber needs to grow up — cont'd. The Boston Globe It was bad enough when an Uber driver made a long series of sexual comments to passenger Allison Pohle and then locked his doors to keep her in his vehicle. Still more disconcerting is that when Pohle reported the incident, an Uber customer service ... Uber to riders: Tips are still optionalSFGate ​Want to use the bathroom before Uber arrives? Think againCBS News Uber trials penalty fees for late passengersThe Guardian Boston.com -Quartz all 232 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

NJ.com Orange mayor moves to regulate Uber and other ride apps NJ.com ORANGE — Rod Sanelus wants Uber to call a cab a cab. Senelus, who is 42, lives in Elizabeth, and has a 7-year-old daughter to support, drives a taxi at Newark Liberty International Airport, where he said fares have become increasingly scarce since ... Uber 'killing' taxi businesses, says taxi protestersIndependent Online all 3 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Uber Drivers Can't Unionize, So Some Are Joining "Self-Help" Association "Uber ALLES" Gothamist Veteran union organizers in New York City are launching a so-called "solidarity organization" for NYC Uber drivers this weekend, making the case that a united front will help drivers fight for higher compensation, even though they don't have the legal ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Chicago Sun-Times Uber accused of using 'manipulated' poll to bully aldermen Chicago Sun-Times A ride-hailing giant whose investors include Mayor Rahm Emanuel's brother was accused Friday of using a “manipulated” poll and “sky-is-falling scare tactics” to kill a pending plan to license Uber drivers to level the playing field with cabdrivers. Ald ... and more » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

SFGate Uber to riders: Tips are still optional SFGate Uber wants to make one thing perfectly clear: You don't have to tip your driver. “Tipping is not included, nor is it expected or required,” Uber's policy team wrote Friday in a blog post on Medium, reiterating that this policy has not changed, despite ... Uber needs to grow up — cont'd.The Boston Globe ​Want to use the bathroom before Uber arrives? Think againCBS News Uber trials penalty fees for late passengersThe Guardian USA TODAY -Toronto Star -Lifehacker all 232 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

TechCrunch Handcuffed to Uber TechCrunch Plenty of people would give everything to be an early employee at seven-year-old Uber. But Uber employees who've been with the ride-share company for at least a few years have discovered a considerable downside to their ride with the transportation ... What do you think of ride-booking service Uber?Japan Today all 2 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

MyStatesman.com How, Where and When to Vote on Uber and Lyft in Austin Austin Inno Early voting is under way in an election that will likely decide whether Uber and Lyft continue to operate in Austin. The issues involved are not simple, and the ballot itself is, for most, a confusing mess. Meanwhile, we've seen misleading information ... Uber, Lyft spending now at $8.1 million in Prop. 1 raceMyStatesman.com Uber and Lyft Pour $8.1M Into Prop. 1 ElectionTWC News Uber/Lyft PAC Spent More Than $5 Million to Campaign For Prop 1 Last MonthKUT all 31 news articles » https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber