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Albany Times Union (blog) Disability group slams Uber, calls for state wheelchair mandate Albany Times Union (blog) In a letter sent Monday to Assembly Majority Leader Joe Morelle, the sponsor of a bill that would allow such companies to operate upstate, United Spinal Association President and CEO James Weisman called into question Uber's “disgraceful history ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Reuters Slovak taxi drivers protest against Uber Reuters Wenzl said Uber drivers were not operating according to the same rules that govern licensed taxi drivers. Slovak officials said the government has informed Uber that its drivers must operate with the proper documentation or face penalties that could ... Slovak cabbies latest to wage protest over presence of UberThe Japan Times all 8 news articles »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Miami Herald Mayor Gimenez: Uber, Lyft will be legal in Miami-Dade by end of year Miami Herald Ride-sharing companies like Uber and Lyft will be legal in Miami-Dade County by the end of the year, Mayor Carlos Gimenez said Monday, while “a substantial part” of the taxi industry will be deregulated. “Demand is too great” for the ride-sharing ... and more »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

We Live Security (blog) Compromised Uber accounts 'being used in China' We Live Security (blog) Users of the popular transportation service Uber are apparently being targeted by fraudsters in China, it has been reported. A number of affected individuals from around the globe have taken to social media and online forums to highlight the fact that ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Should Uber drivers be fingerprinted? Boston.com Uber is fighting back against lawmakers who want to implement fingerprint checks on its drivers, sparking a debate over to what degree drivers should be vetted before joining the ride-hailing service's massive fleet. One of several bills pending in the ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Business Insider 33 Uber interview questions you don't want to be asked Business Insider If you want to work at one of the hottest tech companies in the world, you will have to answer a few questions first. We've shown you how long Uber's application process can be: To become a general manager — someone who launches and leads a team in a ... and more »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

BetaBoston Lyft's 'Line' carpool service hits Boston, following Uber's lead BetaBoston The transportation-app wars are ratcheting up in Boston. Lyft, the second largest ride-hailing company in the United States, is introducing a new carpooling service for its passengers this week. The new option, called Lyft Line, comes nearly two months ... and more »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Week ahead: House Republicans tackle Uber economy The Hill Republicans, especially on the campaign trail, have said that it's important not to impede the development of companies like Uber by regulating them heavily. Now House Republicans are eager to carve out their own stance, and the subpanel's GOP majority ... and more »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

TechCrunch Uber's ​biggest​ Asian competitors have already raised about $7 billion—and ... Quartz Uber is expanding around the world rapidly, but its growth in Asia might soon hit a wall. A group of investors in Asia and the US are funneling cash into Uber's biggest competitors in the region. Among the recipients are Ola, a Bangalore-based startup ... China's Didi Kuaidi Confirms Investment In India's Ola As Uber Rivalry Heats UpTechCrunch Uber boosts driver pay in China as war with local rival revs up, report saysCNET Uber's rivals are teaming up in AsiaFOX31 Denver Fortune all 143 news articles »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Press Herald Bill calls for letting Maine municipalities set rules for Uber drivers Press Herald If legislation to let Maine municipalities regulate Uber becomes law, spaces would be designated for Uber drivers outside the Portland jetport, above, so the drivers don't clog the cellphone lot or pickup areas while awaiting fares. Shawn Patrick ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Mashable Uber passengers dance their way uptown to the tune of 'Uptown Funk' Mashable Uber driver Jonathan Gaurano, also known as Do Good Jonathan on YouTube, likes to ask his passengers for a little something extra on top of their fare. Gaurano and his riders do some car dancing as he drives them to their destinations, this time to ... and more »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Uber Driver Arrested, Debate Over Background Checks Continue KEYE TV According to an arrest affidavit he dropped off an 18 year girl at a place in Pflugerville while working as an Uber driver. Then he picked her up at the same location as she requested a ride home. However, the affidavit says he took her to his ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

TechCrunch China's Didi Kuaidi Confirms Investment In India's Ola As Uber Rivalry Heats Up TechCrunch More funding developments in the highly competitive world of car services. Didi Kuaidi, an Uber rival based in China, has today confirmed that it has invested in Ola, another Uber rival based out of India, as part of Ola's latest round of funding. As ... China's biggest ride-hailing company has invested in Uber's rival in IndiaFortune China's Didi firms up anti-Uber alliance, invests in Indian app OlaReuters Uber's Bumpy Ride in ChinaMIT Technology Review PCWorld -CNNMoney -VatorNews all 35 news articles »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Daily Trojan Online Students prefer new Uber service Daily Trojan Online Despite Campus Cruiser's new app, students say they prefer USC Uber for late night transportation. According to Director of Transportation Tony Mazza, however, USC's partnership with Uber has neither diminished the role of Campus Cruiser nor negatively ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Wall Street Journal Bringing Out the Regulatory Wheel Clamps for Uber Wall Street Journal The big headlines in the political war on ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft have come from New York City. In a Manhattan speech in July, Hillary Clinton cast a skeptical eye toward the innovative business models of the “gig economy.” Around the ... Uber seeks legal advice after New South Wales suspends registration of 40 carsThe Guardian Uber crackdown as NSW government hits 40 drivers with finesDaily Mail Uber drivers face suspensions in NSW from ThursdayThe Australian Financial Review NEWS.com.au -ABC Online -Yahoo7 News all 38 news articles »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

WBAL Baltimore 11 TV Hill: The Uber alternative WBAL Baltimore Uber is an alternative for people who don't own cars. The ride-sharing service uses an app to pair up drivers with customers who need rides throughout town. In February, Uber announced it was adding 5,000 driver jobs to Maryland proving its service is ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Houston Chronicle (subscription) Uber drivers enjoy freedom while juggling costs, unpredictable earnings Houston Chronicle (subscription) FILE - In this May 28, 2015 file photo, Uber drivers and their supporters protest in front of the offices of the Taxi and Limousine Commission in New York where a proposal before the commission would require car services that riders can summon with ... Flywheel Taxi sues state, says cities should regulate Uber, LyftSan Francisco Examiner Rethinking the Uber Vs. Taxi BattleThe Globalist Uber's Future May Not Be as Rosy as You ThinkTheStreet.com Globalnews.ca -CBC.ca -The Australian all 26 news articles »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

KQED Welcome to Oakland, Uber: A Few Tips For the Big Move KQED “We're proud that Uber was attracted to Oakland's creative energy, incredible talent, progressive values, prime location and accessibility to the entire region,” said Schaaf in a statement yesterday. “I also look forward to helping Uber make other ... https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Business Insider There's an easy way to figure out your Uber passenger rating, which will ... Business Insider uber driver Lucy Nicholson/ReutersLimousine driver Shuki Zanna, 49, holds up his iPhone displaying transportation app Uber as he waits for customers in Beverly Hills, December 19, 2013. Even if you've only used Uber one time, you have an Uber ... You Can Now Request Your Uber Passenger Rating Straight From The AppLifehacker Australia all 17 news articles »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Houston Chronicle (subscription) Uber remains popular in Houston as questions about safety, access persist Houston Chronicle (subscription) Uber cab driver Duncan Burton, 57, was arrested and charged with sexual assault in April, but a grand jury failed to indict him in June. According to court documents, Burton performed sexual acts on the woman who he knew was unconscious and unaware ... Uber's Future May Not Be as Rosy as You ThinkTheStreet.com Uber's chief advisor pitches ride-sharing service to Vancouver Board of TradeCBC.ca Uber chief advisor David Plouffe makes ridesharing pitch in VancouverGlobalnews.ca ArabianBusiness.com -The Australian -CKNW News Talk 980 all 20 news articles »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

KMOV.com Uber, MADD partnership on anti-drunk driving initiative fox2now.com ST. LOUIS (KTVI) - Beginning Friday and throughout the month of October, each new ride with ride sharing service Uber using the promotion code "SAFESTL" will earn the new Uber user a free ride (up to $20) and Uber will donate $5 to Mothers Against ... Uber partners with MADD for free rides, raise drunk driving awarenessKMOV.com all 3 news articles »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Slate Magazine (blog) Why Is Uber Making a Massive Bet on Carpooling in China? Slate Magazine (blog) Uber has never been shy about making big bets, and so, in true Uber form, this week it made another huge one. It's called UberCommute and is described on the company's blog as “carpooling at the press of a button.” UberCommute is designed to pair ... Uber launches its API in China, partners with local travel and virtual ...VentureBeat Uber Eager to Launch New Carpool Feature in China, But Will It Work for New York?Observer Uber introduces Chinese API developer platformThe Stack Tech in Asia -International Business Times AU all 12 news articles »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

TechCrunch Uber Has A New Pre-Paid Ride Service Called UberEVENTS TechCrunch Uber just announced UberEVENTS, a new service for event organizers to pre-pay rides for their guests. Uber is launching the service first in New York for “select riders” and Uber for Business users. In the coming weeks, Uber will roll out this feature ... UberEVENTS lets party planners send guests free or discounted Uber ridesThe Next Web Uber Tries Out a New Service to Get the Party StartedBloomberg Uber wants to bring the party to its customers with UberEventsCity A.M. Engadget -Business Insider Australia all 9 news articles »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

Reuters Sao Paulo mayor seeks middle ground on Uber, eyes regulations Reuters Sao Paulo is looking at ways to regulate the Uber ride-sharing service instead of backing an outright ban proposed by local Brazilian lawmakers, the mayor of South America's biggest city said at a university event in Paris. "We're analyzing a law that ... and more »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber

ThinkProgress Uber Is Using Fine Print To Control Its Drivers. But They Might Not Get Away ... ThinkProgress The legal team who won class status for a lawsuit against Uber earlier this month are hoping that the NLRB will invalidate mandatory binding arbitration clauses in the company's contracts. When a judge granted the drivers' request for a class action ... Uber Worker Classification Lawsuit Gets More Complicated with Appeal to NLRBSF Weekly (blog) Two Drivers Seek Repeal of Uber Arbitration PolicyWall Street Journal all 8 news articles »https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&gl=uk&tbm=nws&authuser=0&q=uber&oq=uber