Uber: News
Uber, Rapido licenses suspended for 6 months in Chandigarh
The Chandigarh administration has suspended the aggregator licenses of ride-hailing services Uber and Rapido for six months.
You can't use Uber, Rapido in Chandigarh till March 2027
The State Transport Authority (STA) of Chandigarh has suspended the aggregator licenses of Uber and Rapido for six months.
Uber co-founder could be eyeing the robotaxi market
Travis Kalanick's start-up, Atoms, could be venturing into the robotaxi space.
Tesla invites businesses to buy and run Cybercab fleets
Tesla has launched a form for businesses interested in purchasing Cybercab fleets or providing infrastructure for its network.
Drivers, riders stranded mid-trip after Uber abruptly exits Nigeria, Uganda
Ride-hailing giant Uber triggered widespread chaos across Nigeria and Uganda after switching off operations with immediate effect on Wednesday, reportedly stranding drivers and passengers mid-journey.
Uber's robotaxis hit London streets
Uber has launched its first-ever robotaxis in London, in collaboration with British autonomous vehicle (AV) company Wayve.
Uber is firing 10% of its global workforce
Uber has announced a massive restructuring plan that will see around 3,300 jobs, or 10% of its global workforce, being cut.
Uber, Ola might stop operations in Pune from September 2
Cab aggregators, including major players like Uber and Ola, could face a ban on their operations in Pune starting September 2.
Uber gives parents live video access to teen rides
Uber has launched a new live video streaming feature for its teen accounts, giving parents a way to monitor their children's safety during rides.
US government probing security risks of Chinese LiDAR sensors
The Idaho National Laboratory, a Department of Energy facility, is investigating the potential security risks of Chinese LiDAR sensors if they are widely adopted in US vehicles.
Why Uber is facing $966M fine in the Netherlands
Uber has been slapped with a fine of €825 million ($966 million) by the Dutch Data Protection Authority.
Tesla, Uber, Waymo win permits to deploy robotaxis in Nevada
The Nevada Transportation Authority has approved permits for Tesla, Uber, and Waymo to operate commercial robotaxi services in Clark County.
Uber now lets you book train tickets in India
Uber has introduced a new feature on its app in India, allowing users to book train tickets.
Uber and China's Pony.ai to deploy 2,000+ robotaxis across Europe
Uber has announced a major expansion of its robotaxi operations in partnership with Chinese autonomous driving company Pony.ai.
Uber Freight probes alleged data breach
Uber Freight, the logistics subsidiary of ride-sharing giant Uber, has been targeted in a cyberattack and data breach by a hacking and extortion gang. The incident was first reported by Reuters.
Rajasthan introduces 'Bharat Taxi' with 100 cabs
Jaipur has become a city in India to get a government-backed taxi service.
Waymo, Uber partnership on the rocks amid operational clashes
Alphabet's autonomous vehicle subsidiary, Waymo, is reportedly considering ending its partnership with ride-hailing giant Uber, according to Financial Times.
Uber cuts 10% of customer service jobs in AI push
Uber Technologies has announced a major downsizing in its customer service division, laying off 10% of its customer service workforce.
'₹30 extra per km': 4.7-star Uber driver's demand shocks netizens
A man in Pune has alleged that an Uber driver demanded an additional ₹30 per kilometer for his ride.
Uber to acquire Germany's Delivery Hero for $14.8B
Uber has announced its acquisition of German food delivery company Delivery Hero for $14.8 billion.
Ex-Google recruiter flags common resume mistake that hurts interview chances
Farah Sharghi, a former recruiter for Google, TikTok, Uber, and The New York Times, has revealed a common mistake that can hurt job seekers' chances of landing interviews.
Tesla limits employee AI spending to $200 per week
Tesla has introduced a new policy, limiting its employees' spending on artificial intelligence (AI) tools to $200 per week.
Uber pauses food delivery expansion in Europe
Uber has put a halt to its planned food delivery expansion in Europe, according to Financial Times.
Will Musk donate SpaceX shares to 'Trump Accounts?'
President Donald Trump has expressed optimism that tech mogul Elon Musk will contribute SpaceX shares to the "Trump Accounts" initiative.
Amazon's robotaxi gets a makeover
Amazon's self-driving car company, Zoox, has launched an upgraded version of its toaster-shaped robotaxi.
Why Uber's board is being sued by shareholders
Uber's board of directors has been sued by shareholders for allegedly allowing the company to bypass compliance protocols.
Uber to deploy 500 vehicles to gather self-driving data
Uber is gearing up to deploy a fleet of 500 Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric vehicles (EVs) around the world this year.
Uber lays off 23% of its HR workforce
Uber has announced a major restructuring in its People and Places division, resulting in a significant workforce reduction.
Why Uber has imposed caps on AI use by employees
Uber has imposed internal limits on the use of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) tools, owing to their high costs.
Microsoft, Uber find AI tools more expensive than expected
Microsoft has decided to discontinue most of its direct Claude Code licenses and shift its engineering team toward GitHub Copilot CLI.
This VinFast-backed Uber rival will soon offer rides in India
Green SM, a Vietnamese electric mobility company backed by VinFast, is all set to enter India's ride-hailing market in mid-June.
Uber now lets you book Pune Metro tickets
Pune Metro commuters can now book QR-based metro tickets directly through the Uber app.
'Open to partnering with founder on self-driving cars': Uber CEO
Uber's CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has said that the company is open to collaborating with its founder, Travis Kalanick, on his new self-driving car project.
Uber CEO rules out immediate return to Indian food delivery
Uber's CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has ruled out an immediate return to India's food delivery sector.
AI chipmaker Cerebras soars 68% in NASDAQ debut
Cerebras Systems, a leading player in the artificial intelligence (AI) chip market, made a stellar debut on the NASDAQ.
Uber partners with Adani for its 1st Indian data center
Uber has announced a partnership with the Adani Group to establish its first data center in India.
This Uber-backed bike rental company has filed for an IPO
Lime, the electric bike and scooter rental company backed by Uber Technologies, has filed for a US initial public offering (IPO).
Why this Uber partner is facing probe in the US
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into Avride, a robotaxi company partnered with Uber.
How Uber plans to help autonomous vehicle companies
Uber is looking to equip its human drivers' cars with sensors to collect real-world data for autonomous vehicle (AV) companies.
Uber now lets you book hotels in its app
Uber has announced a major expansion into travel accommodations by adding hotel booking and payment options in its app.
Calcutta HC overturns EC's 48-hour motorcycle ban to 12 hours
The Calcutta High Court has modified the Election Commission's (EC) 48-hour motorcycle movement ban for the upcoming assembly elections.
You can now ride Uber's premium robotaxis in San Francisco
Uber has begun testing its premium robotaxi service in San Francisco, using a Lucid Gravity SUV equipped with Nuro's self-driving system.
Uber shifts to Amazon's custom chips for smoother rides
Uber has announced a major expansion of its contract with Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud computing arm of tech giant Amazon.
PM Narendra Modi inaugurates Noida International Airport Phase 1
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated Phase 1 of the Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar.
Why cab drivers in Gurugram are on strike
App-based cab drivers in Gurugram have gone on strike, demanding mandatory Know Your Customer (KYC) verification for passengers.
Uber to invest $1.25B in Rivian's robotaxi rollout
Uber has announced a major partnership with electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian to deploy 50,000 fully autonomous robotaxis over the coming decades.
China's BYD and Geely will use NVIDIA's robotaxi platform
NVIDIA has announced its partnership with Chinese auto giants BYD and Geely to use the chipmaker's Drive Hyperion platform.
Uber co-founder joins growing billionaire exodus from California
Travis Kalanick, the billionaire co-founder of Uber, has announced his move from California to Texas.
Uber co-founder launches Atoms, a new robotics start-up
Travis Kalanick, the co-founder and former CEO of Uber, has launched a new start-up called Atoms.
Uber enters intercity bus ticketing segment, starting with India
Uber has expanded its services to include intercity bus ticketing in India.
What is Nembharat, new ride platform rivaling Uber in India?
India's ride-hailing industry is about to witness a new player, NemBharat.
Uber has rolled out 'Dara AI': What does it do?
Uber's engineers have developed an AI tool called "Dara AI."
Self-driving start-up Wayve secures $1.2B from NVIDIA, Microsoft, others
Wayve, a leading player in the autonomous driving space, has raised $1.2 billion in its latest funding round.