Ridesharing

Peer-to-peer ridesharing can be divided along the spectrum from commercial, for-fee transportation network companies to for-profit ridesharing services to informal nonprofit peer-to-peer carpooling arrangements.

Source: en.wikipedia.org

Uber Offers Drivers a Chance to Earn Through ‘Shop and Pay’
Uber Offers Drivers a Chance to Earn Through ‘Shop and Pay’
March 07, 2023  |  Delivery

Uber Eats is giving its delivery drivers a chance to moonlight as personal shoppers. The ride-hailing/delivery giant has launched “Shop and Pay,” which gives delivery...

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Grab Sees Super App Synergies as Deliveries and Payments Services Grow
Grab Sees Super App Synergies as Deliveries and Payments Services Grow
February 23, 2023  |  Earnings

For Grab, cross-platform pollination is in evidence as more users use more services more often. The company, which has its roots in ride-hailing and now...

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Uber Expands Aid Efforts for Ukraine
Uber Expands Aid Efforts for Ukraine
February 22, 2023  |  International

Uber is upping its aid to Ukraine as the country’s war with Russia enters its second year. The ride hailing/delivery company announced Wednesday (Feb. 22)...

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Lyft Stock Decline Draws Sharp Contrast to Uber’s Broader Platform Strategy
Lyft Stock Decline Draws Sharp Contrast to Uber’s Broader Platform Strategy
February 10, 2023  |  Ridesharing

The Uber versus Lyft battle illuminates a stark reality as the pandemic recedes: The broader the platform — the more opportunity for users (and drivers)...

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Uber Launches Payout Solution for Unbanked Drivers in Egypt
Uber Launches Payout Solution for Unbanked Drivers in Egypt
February 08, 2023  |  Ridesharing

Uber has teamed up with HSBC to launch Flexpay, a new on-demand payout solution in Egypt. The two companies announced the launch in a joint...

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CEO Says Uber Has No Plans for Widespread Job Cuts
CEO Says Uber Has No Plans for Widespread Job Cuts
January 19, 2023  |  Economy

Uber’s CEO says the rideshare/delivery giant has no plans for company-wide layoffs. Dara Khosrowshahi made these comments — reported by Reuters — at the World...

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Uber Launches Travel Feature to Grab MENA Market Share
Uber Launches Travel Feature to Grab MENA Market Share
January 05, 2023  |  Ridesharing

Uber has launched Uber Travel in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The first announcement came on Tuesday (Jan. 3) when Uber revealed...

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Uber Travel Arrives in MENA With Egypt Launch
Uber Travel Arrives in MENA With Egypt Launch
January 03, 2023  |  Ridesharing

Uber has launched the Uber Travel feature suite in Egypt. Specifically, “Smart Itineraries” has been launched in the country, allowing users to sync their travel...

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Super App Grab Freezes Hiring and Salaries
Super App Grab Freezes Hiring and Salaries
December 15, 2022  |  Ridesharing

Singapore’s Grab Holdings wants to cut costs for its ridesharing app/food delivery service. A report Thursday (Dec. 15) by Reuters outlines the cost-cutting measures, which...

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