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New Law Says Independent Contractors Are Employees: What It Means For Business
Under the new law, California workers could generally be considered independent contractors only if the work they do is outside the usual course of a company’s business.
California Governor Signs Law Making Gig Workers Employees
As California debated legislation on rules for rideshare drivers, activists in New York rallied on Septmebr 10 for wage enforcement and a drivers' bill of rights
Lyft Facing Lawsuit For Alleged 2017 New Jersey Sexual Assault
The victim allegedly was held at gunpoint by the Lyft driver and taken to New Jersey where she was raped by two men.
How Uber’s RideCheck Feature Gives You A Worry Free Ride
Uber introduces the RideCheck that gives passengers an assurance of a safe journey.
Blame Game As Wheels Come Off India's Auto Sector
When India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman claimed that a preference by millennials for ride-hailing apps was contributing to a painful slump in car sales, it sparked an online backlash from furious youngsters.They started a campaign using ironic hashtags such as #BoycottMillennials and #SayItLikeNirmalaTai last week to push back against older generations blaming them for today's problems in society.
California law on rideshare drivers may hurt 'gig economy'
Rideshare drivers and supporters in New York rallied for wage enforcement and a drivers' bill of rights, as California lawmakers passed a bill requiring firms to treat drivers as employees
The End Of The Gig Economy? California Labor Bill Could Drastically Affect Uber, Lyft
The AB5 bill could force app-based companies such as Uber, Lyft and Doordash to provide more support for their workers, such as health insurance and paid time off.
Gig economy challenged as California lawmakers approve landmark bill
Both Uber and Lyft have warned laws like California's will affect their businesses, despite increasing criticism
Uber trims more staff as it seeks a route to profit
Uber, which has moved into electric bikes, trucking, and scooters,ÃÂ envisions becoming the "Amazon of transportation" in a future where people share instead of own vehicles
Uber Layoffs 2019: What Jobs Are Being Lost In This Latest Round?
Uber continues to lay off employees amid concerns over the ridesharing giant's long-term profitability.
Uber Jobs: Freight App To Create 2,000 Openings At Chicago Headquarters
Uber is expanding Uber Freight, which matches shippers and carriers through an app.
Uber Outlook: What Type Of Global Challenges Has The Ridesharing Company Faced? A Look At Where Uber Operates
Uber is facing unique challenges all over the world, from local competitor Ola in India to a government ban in Romania.
Uber News: Could The Ridesharing Company Soon Offer Loans To Drivers?
Uber could soon offer loans to its drivers, as the company expands its fintech unit.
WeWork Adds Female Former Uber Executive To All-Male Board Ahead Of IPO
Former Uber executive Frances Frei will join the company's board of directors ahead of its much anticipated IPO.
Missing Pennsylvania Toddler: Alleged Abducter Claims Child's Father Wanted To Sell Her For $10,000
A toddler's kidnapping occurred after taking a rideshare home with her father and the driver drove off before she could be taken out of the car.
Stock Market Drops Nearly 400 Points After New US - China Tariffs, Weak Manufacturing Report
The markets reacted Tuesday to new U.S.-China tariffs, a report showing a slowdown of American manufacturing and the increasing possibility of a no-deal Brexit.
China’s Ride Hailing Giant Didi To Launch Self-Driving Taxis In Shanghai
China’s ride-hailing giant Didi Chuxing will unveil self-driving taxi service soon in the commercial capital Shanghai before a national rollout. The pilot service will be tried in the city’s Jiading district.
Department Of Justice Indicts Ex-Google Engineer For Stealing Self-Driving Car Secrets And Selling Them To Uber
Anthony Levandowski faces 33 counts of theft for stealing Google's self driving technology while he worked at the company.
Ex-Google engineer charged with theft of autonomous car secrets
Anthony Levandowski was an engineer on the Google car project, which became Waymo, and later worked on Uber's autonomous car efforts
Uber Set To Open Regional Hub In Dallas After Receiving $24 Million Incentive Package
Uber is set to open up a regional hub in Dallas, which is expected to create 3,000 jobs in the city.
Uber Stock Hits New All-Time Low Due To Investor Concerns About Profitability
Uber stock continues to slide after the company reported a $5.2 billion loss last week.
Uber Stock Drops 12% After Disappointing Q2 Earnings Report
Uber disappoints again, as its Q2 earning report is a litany of losses.
Uber Layoffs 2019: 400 Lose Jobs Worldwide Over Cost Cutting Efforts
Heads rolled in a major restructuring at the marketing unit of Uber Technologies Inc.
SoftBank Launches $108 Billion Fund For A.I., Apple And Microsoft Expected To Participate
Japan’s SoftBank has announced the second edition of its mega Vision Fund focused on investment into artificial intelligence-related technologies. The fund will be joined by many partners and is expected to have a corpus of 108 billion.
Uber Growth 2019: Uber Freight Expands In Europe, Begins Operations In Germany
Uber Freight is launching in Germany after beginning in the Netherlands.
Uber, Lyft Paid Drivers $25 To Protest Bill That Would Benefit Them
Ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft have reportedly mobilized their drivers on a paid basis to protest against a bill that offered them employee benefits. The protest will be in the Capitol of California on Tuesday ahead of a Senate hearing of the bill.
WeWork Raising Billions In Debt Ahead Of Its IPO: Can Coworking Company Outperform Uber, Lyft?
WeWork is hoping to raise $4 billion in debt ahead of its stock market launch.
Elon Musk Warns Tesla Prices Will ‘Rise Significantly’
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has cautioned that prices of Tesla electric cars will rise significantly and potential buyers have only limited time left to grab a Tesla car at the current prices.
Tech Sector Is Seeing A Bubble And It’s Ready To Burst: Carlos Dominguez
The tech sector is in for a negative surprise as Wall Street gives a cold reception to IPOs from some of the much-awaited big-brand names, Carlos Dominguez from Element Pointe Advisors told International Business Times.
China-Made Tesla Model 3 Parts To Pay Tariffs, US Won’t Waive Taxes
In a setback to Tesla, the U.S Trade Representative’s office rejected the American electric vehicles maker’s request seeking a waiver of higher tariffs on China-made center screen and car computer for Tesla Model 3.