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Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
23 hours ago

Tesla is pushing Robotaxi features to owner cars with Spring Update

Tesla is rolling out Robotaxi-inspired features, including an interactive rear passenger display, to existing customer vehicles with the Spring 2026 Update.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
3 days ago

Tesla intertwines FSD with in-house Insurance for attractive incentive

Tesla's FSD now offers financial incentives through improved safety scores, lowering insurance premiums for drivers who utilize the technology.
fromFuturism
5 hours ago
Toronto startup

Tesla Driver Alarmed as FSD Takes Him Directly Into the Path of an Oncoming Train

Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 days ago

Tesla's golden era is no longer a tagline

Tesla is launching its Robotaxi service with the fully-autonomous Cybercab, revolutionizing vehicle ownership and transportation in US cities.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Tesla just tipped its hand on a major Cybercab feature as production hits Plaid Mode

Tesla is advancing its Robotaxi ambitions with the production of Cybercabs designed for full autonomy, lacking traditional driver controls.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
19 hours ago

Tesla expands Unsupervised Robotaxi service to two new cities

Tesla expands its Robotaxi service to Dallas and Houston, enhancing its autonomous ride-hailing operations in Texas.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
23 hours ago

Tesla is pushing Robotaxi features to owner cars with Spring Update

Tesla is rolling out Robotaxi-inspired features, including an interactive rear passenger display, to existing customer vehicles with the Spring 2026 Update.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
3 days ago

Tesla intertwines FSD with in-house Insurance for attractive incentive

Tesla's FSD now offers financial incentives through improved safety scores, lowering insurance premiums for drivers who utilize the technology.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
5 hours ago

Tesla Driver Alarmed as FSD Takes Him Directly Into the Path of an Oncoming Train

A Tesla driver narrowly escaped disaster when his car's Full Self-Driving mode engaged at a railroad crossing.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
2 days ago

Tesla's golden era is no longer a tagline

Tesla is launching its Robotaxi service with the fully-autonomous Cybercab, revolutionizing vehicle ownership and transportation in US cities.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Tesla just tipped its hand on a major Cybercab feature as production hits Plaid Mode

Tesla is advancing its Robotaxi ambitions with the production of Cybercabs designed for full autonomy, lacking traditional driver controls.
#uber
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Uber and Lyft Gain 7% as Bold Bets on Robotaxis and Buybacks Reignite Investor Excitement

Uber and Lyft stocks surged 7% due to autonomous vehicle commitments and positive investor sentiment.
E-Commerce
fromTNW | Cars
1 day ago

Uber will now send a courier to your door to return your shopping for $5

Uber has launched a $5 package return service through Uber Eats, available in nearly 5,000 US cities, targeting specific retail purchases.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Uber is the latest to be won over by Amazon's AI chips | TechCrunch

Uber is expanding its AWS cloud services contract, utilizing Amazon's Graviton chips and testing Trainium3, signaling competition with Google and Oracle.
E-Commerce
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Uber will now pick up your returns from your doorstep | TechCrunch

Uber launched a new feature allowing customers to return items purchased on Uber Eats from home, enhancing app engagement beyond ride-hailing and delivery.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Uber and Lyft Gain 7% as Bold Bets on Robotaxis and Buybacks Reignite Investor Excitement

Uber and Lyft stocks surged 7% due to autonomous vehicle commitments and positive investor sentiment.
NYC parents
fromScary Mommy
3 days ago

PSA: Uber Is Offering Teens Free Rides To Prom This Season

Uber offers three free rides for teens during prom season, providing parents with control and safety features for their children's rides.
E-Commerce
fromTNW | Cars
1 day ago

Uber will now send a courier to your door to return your shopping for $5

Uber has launched a $5 package return service through Uber Eats, available in nearly 5,000 US cities, targeting specific retail purchases.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Uber is the latest to be won over by Amazon's AI chips | TechCrunch

Uber is expanding its AWS cloud services contract, utilizing Amazon's Graviton chips and testing Trainium3, signaling competition with Google and Oracle.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The bigger point the DoorDash Grandma squabble missed

A staged DoorDash delivery to the White House highlighted economic struggles, turning a PR opportunity into a cautionary tale about gig work and healthcare costs.
#ai
Startup companies
fromFortune
1 day ago

This founder was an AI layoff 9 months ago. Then he built an instantly profitable company with 2 partners and 12 agents | Fortune

Sam Brown turned a layoff due to AI into an opportunity, co-founding Fathom AI, which achieved significant revenue with minimal investment.
Marketing tech
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

The Market for AI Airbnb Assistants Is Growing

AI is increasingly being used in customer service, particularly in the fast food and short-term rental industries.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Who is poaching all the self-driving vehicle talent? | TechCrunch

A talent war in the AI sector is driving salaries for specialized roles in autonomous vehicles to between $300,000 and $500,000.
Startup companies
fromFortune
1 day ago

This founder was an AI layoff 9 months ago. Then he built an instantly profitable company with 2 partners and 12 agents | Fortune

Sam Brown turned a layoff due to AI into an opportunity, co-founding Fathom AI, which achieved significant revenue with minimal investment.
Marketing tech
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

The Market for AI Airbnb Assistants Is Growing

AI is increasingly being used in customer service, particularly in the fast food and short-term rental industries.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Who is poaching all the self-driving vehicle talent? | TechCrunch

A talent war in the AI sector is driving salaries for specialized roles in autonomous vehicles to between $300,000 and $500,000.
#autonomous-vehicles
Cars
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Most people still don't want anything to do with robotaxis

Public skepticism towards autonomous vehicles remains high despite advancements in technology and safety assurances.
Cars
fromAxios
4 days ago

Mobility's new Big Three: Tesla, Waymo and Uber

Autonomous driving technology is operational, with companies like Waymo, Tesla, and Uber leading the way in scaling networks.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Rideshare drivers say Waymo is giving rides to unaccompanied kids, violating state permit

A labor union representing Uber and Lyft drivers filed a complaint alleging Waymo violates its permit by allowing unaccompanied minors in autonomous vehicles in the Bay Area.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Travis Kalanick's return proves it really is 2016 again | TechCrunch

Travis Kalanick is building robotics company Atoms and acquiring autonomous vehicle startup Pronto, signaling renewed interest in AV development reminiscent of 2016's hype cycle.
Cars
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Why a two-seater robotaxi makes more sense than you think

Ridehail fleets require different EV designs than retail buyers, as demonstrated by Tesla and Lucid's two-seater autonomous vehicles.
Cars
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Most people still don't want anything to do with robotaxis

Public skepticism towards autonomous vehicles remains high despite advancements in technology and safety assurances.
Cars
fromAxios
4 days ago

Mobility's new Big Three: Tesla, Waymo and Uber

Autonomous driving technology is operational, with companies like Waymo, Tesla, and Uber leading the way in scaling networks.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Rideshare drivers say Waymo is giving rides to unaccompanied kids, violating state permit

A labor union representing Uber and Lyft drivers filed a complaint alleging Waymo violates its permit by allowing unaccompanied minors in autonomous vehicles in the Bay Area.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Travis Kalanick's return proves it really is 2016 again | TechCrunch

Travis Kalanick is building robotics company Atoms and acquiring autonomous vehicle startup Pronto, signaling renewed interest in AV development reminiscent of 2016's hype cycle.
Cars
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Why a two-seater robotaxi makes more sense than you think

Ridehail fleets require different EV designs than retail buyers, as demonstrated by Tesla and Lucid's two-seater autonomous vehicles.
Data science
fromInfoQ
6 days ago

Lyft Scales Global Localization Using AI and Human-in-the-Loop Review

Lyft's AI-driven localization system enhances translation efficiency and quality for international expansion, processing 99% of user content with a 30-minute SLA.
#waymo
London
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Waymo self-driving cars face toughest test yet: London

Waymo is testing its autonomous driving software in London, moving towards a fully driverless ride-hailing service with trained specialists on standby.
Alternative transportation
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

Why Waymo chose Lyft over Uber in Nashville - and what it reveals about the robotaxi power shift - Silicon Canals

Waymo's partnership with Lyft in Nashville signals a shift towards a supplier model in the autonomous ride-hailing market.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Waymo wants its robotaxis on Toronto streets. But roadblocks await | CBC News

Waymo is considering expanding its autonomous taxi service to Canada, particularly Toronto, but faces significant challenges including weather and regulatory hurdles.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Tesla Admits Its Robotaxis Are Being Driven Remotely

Waymo relies on remote operators in the Philippines for assistance with autonomous vehicles, highlighting the ongoing human involvement in autonomous driving.
London
fromTheregister
4 days ago

Waymo self-driving cars face toughest test yet: London

Waymo is testing its autonomous driving software in London, moving towards a fully driverless ride-hailing service with trained specialists on standby.
Alternative transportation
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

Why Waymo chose Lyft over Uber in Nashville - and what it reveals about the robotaxi power shift - Silicon Canals

Waymo's partnership with Lyft in Nashville signals a shift towards a supplier model in the autonomous ride-hailing market.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Waymo wants its robotaxis on Toronto streets. But roadblocks await | CBC News

Waymo is considering expanding its autonomous taxi service to Canada, particularly Toronto, but faces significant challenges including weather and regulatory hurdles.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Tesla Admits Its Robotaxis Are Being Driven Remotely

Waymo relies on remote operators in the Philippines for assistance with autonomous vehicles, highlighting the ongoing human involvement in autonomous driving.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

New rules just kicked in for delivery drivers in Boston. Here's what to know.

Boston requires delivery companies to obtain permits to enhance pedestrian safety and manage traffic congestion.
Remote teams
fromFuturism
6 days ago

A New Study Found Something Disturbing About the Way Delivery Workers Drive to Get You Your Burrito

Delivery drivers speed primarily due to pressure from on-time delivery rates and the risk of deactivation, rather than individual reckless habits.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Shuttered startups are selling old Slack chats and emails to AI companies

Defunct startups are monetizing their digital data by selling it to AI companies, raising significant privacy concerns.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Lucid Falls 5%: New CEO and Uber Deal Can't Override Investor Fears Over Dilution and Production

Lucid Group's stock is down 5% despite positive news, driven by company-specific issues like dilution fears and production risks.
Silicon Valley
fromMission Local
2 days ago

AI boom is city's weirdest tech boom, says S.F.'s chief economist

The AI boom in San Francisco significantly differs from previous tech booms, impacting jobs and office space occupancy.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Wild Video Shows Delivery Robots Causing Havoc, Getting Obliterated

Delivery robots face significant safety issues in urban environments, causing disruptions and hazards while prioritizing private profit over public space safety.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Exclusive: Loop raises $95M to build supply chain AI that predicts disruptions | TechCrunch

Loop uses AI to provide predictive and prescriptive solutions for supply chain management, securing $95 million in Series C funding to expand operations.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Anthropic ejects bundled tokens from enterprise seat deal

Anthropic has revised its enterprise pricing, transitioning to a single seat model upon contract renewal amid increased demand for Claude AI services.
Silicon Valley
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

How Silicon Valley Is Turning Scientists Into Exploited Gig Workers

Silicon Valley's success is deeply rooted in government-funded research, which has been crucial for foundational technologies.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Lyft (LYFT) Trades 31% Below Price Targets After Falling Nearly 50% From 1-Year High

Lyft's stock is currently undervalued compared to analysts' price target, despite recent revenue misses and market challenges.
NYC startup
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

NYC sues to shut down unlicensed e-hail app Empower, which offers cheap rides

New York City filed a lawsuit against the illegal e-hail app Empower for operating unlicensed and uninsured.
Alternative transportation
fromQNS
1 week ago

Report: Ride share services continue to fail disabled riders in NYC despite record profits - QNS

Ride share services like Uber and Lyft are failing to adequately serve disabled riders despite significant profits.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Lucid Motors names new CEO, lands more money from Uber and Saudis | TechCrunch

Lucid Motors appoints Silvio Napoli as CEO, secures $200 million from Uber, and receives $550 million from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Humpday Headlines: Rideshare Drivers File Complaint Over Waymo Transporting Minors

California Gig Workers Union filed a complaint against Waymo for transporting unaccompanied minors, alleging violation of operating permit conditions.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Wall Street Sours on Lyft, Price Target Cut

Analyst Youssef Squali cut his price target on Lyft to $15 from $18 while maintaining a Hold rating, citing winter storm disruptions, the integration impact of the Freenow acquisition, and rising fuel costs as reasons to trim estimates below Wall Street consensus.
Business
Women in technology
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Uber expands its program that helps pair women riders and drivers

Uber's Women Preferences feature, enabling women riders and drivers to connect with each other, is now available nationwide after successful testing in multiple cities.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 weeks ago

Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash are dangling new incentives as gas prices squeeze drivers. We break them down.

Sergio Avedian, an Uber driver and senior contributor to the gig-driver advocacy blog and YouTube channel The Rideshare Guy, said the incentives are 'a step in the right direction, but they are largely symbolic and fall short of offsetting the real impact of rising gas prices on drivers.'
Alternative transportation
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Uber launches women-only option across the US

Uber expanded its women-only matching feature nationwide, allowing female riders and drivers to request each other, despite facing discrimination lawsuits from male drivers in California and similar legal challenges faced by competitor Lyft.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Uncovered records reveal the hidden costs of Waymo robotaxis on San Francisco streets

Sometimes, they report the cars for signs of an illegal maneuver, like when in September, a driver operating the city's 45 electric bus noticed a Waymo trying to pass on double solid yellow lines at Stockton and Columbus, an intersection along its route. Or for a near miss-like, when, last December, a Waymo was caught by a city light rail train's video camera making a dangerous left turn at 'high speed.'
San Francisco
#ride-hailing-pricing
Roam Research
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The cost of Uber and Lyft rides rose nearly 10% last year - and riders say they're cutting back

Uber and Lyft fares increased 9.6% in 2025, prompting 60.4% of riders to reduce app usage, while companies maintain profitability through market expansion.
Alternative transportation
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Uber and Lyft Got Pricier Last Year - Here's How Riders Responded

Uber and Lyft fares increased 9.6% in 2025, with average rides rising from $21.58 to $23.66, causing 60.4% of riders to reduce usage despite continued company growth and profitability.
Roam Research
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The cost of Uber and Lyft rides rose nearly 10% last year - and riders say they're cutting back

Uber and Lyft fares increased 9.6% in 2025, prompting 60.4% of riders to reduce app usage, while companies maintain profitability through market expansion.
Alternative transportation
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Uber and Lyft Got Pricier Last Year - Here's How Riders Responded

Uber and Lyft fares increased 9.6% in 2025, with average rides rising from $21.58 to $23.66, causing 60.4% of riders to reduce usage despite continued company growth and profitability.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Simple hack for cheaper Ubers, Waymos and Lyfts arrives in Bay Area

"Consumers don't have all the information at once," Griffin Li, the app's 19-year-old creator, told SFGATE. "They have to sort of make suboptimal decisions and spend more money. And this is just a way to help."
Mobile UX
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Uber job listing hints at sharper focus on subscriptions for drivers

The company is hiring for a New York-based product manager to define and execute product strategies that create net-new subscription packages for its drivers and couriers, according to a listing posted this week. The candidate will also create a cohesive strategy for global testing and expansion, and assess how this business model should evolve given different responses from our competitors.
E-Commerce
#robotaxi
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I quit driving for Uber after I got a full-time finance job. Ride-hailing took more unpaid work than it used to.

Uber driver earnings declined significantly after the company switched to upfront pricing algorithms, requiring 50% more unpaid time online to earn the same income.
#robotaxis
Alternative transportation
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

'Decline and recline': Uber and Lyft drivers are rethinking what trips to accept to navigate soaring gas prices

Rising gas prices from Middle East conflict force ride-hailing drivers to prioritize profitable trips, while EV owners remain unaffected by fuel cost increases.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Lyft Is Down 79% and Reddit Is Asking If Bankruptcy Is Next

Lyft shows strong operational metrics with record riders and cash flow, but persistent GAAP losses and stock decline fuel investor skepticism about long-term viability.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Lyft opens its ride-hailing app to teens | TechCrunch

Lyft now offers parent-supervised teen accounts for ages 13 and up in 200 U.S. cities with safety features, parental controls, and shared payment options.
Business
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Lyft CEO: 'Let's stop doing that, please'

Lyft's CEO refocused the company on rider experience and decisiveness to revive growth and narrow the gap with Uber.
Business
fromFortune
2 months ago

Lyft CEO David Risher is still a driver for the company: It made him realize being even one minute late could cost the customer their job | Fortune

Lyft directly enables riders to keep jobs, prompting CEO-led operational changes and product launches to prioritize reliability and pricing sensitivity.
Alternative transportation
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Council wants to replace city's ride share service with Lyft, Uber vouchers

Palo Alto City Council considers replacing its Link ride-share service with Uber and Lyft vouchers for low-income residents to reduce costs and improve service efficiency.
Business
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Lyft's stock plummets 16% as a disappointing quarter presents a setback for its comeback story

Lyft's stock fell 16% after disappointing Q4 results, an unexpected 2025 operating loss, revenue short of estimates, and increased price competition.
Business
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Lyft sinks on disappointing forecast, surprise revenue miss

Lyft missed Wall Street expectations with Q4 revenue and lower Q1 adjusted EBITDA guidance, citing $168M settlements; shares plunged and a $1B buyback was authorized.
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