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Human ‘safety drivers’ in Uber robotaxis could lose skills if all they do is observe

Imagine getting into a London taxi. Someone is sitting in the driver’s seat, but the car is driving itself. If the autonomous system gets into difficulty, they must recognise what is happening, decide whether to intervene and, within seconds, potentially take control.

The Conversation

Uber’s first self-driving taxis take to London streets

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The Independent UK

Uber is cutting 3,300 jobs despite double-digit growth as it makes room for its robotaxi future

CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said the cuts will make Uber “faster and smarter” as it invests billions into autonomous vehicles.

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Uber cuts 10% of global workforce in biggest layoffs since the pandemic

Uber is cutting 3,300 jobs worldwide as it strips out management layers and merges teams, saying the savings will fund growth in areas such as robotaxis.

Euronews

Uber Scraps Remote Work for 99% of Its Corporate Staff Whilst Simultaneously Slashing 3,300 Jobs

Uber announces 3,300 job cuts and reduces remote-work roles, affecting its global workforce. The restructuring aims to simplify operations and focus on future investments, such as autonomous vehicles.

International Business Times UK

London’s first robotaxis hit the streets: Everything you need to know about new self-driving cabs

All the details on Uber and Wayve’s new fleet of self-driving cabs now operating in London - including how to get one

Evening Standard

Is London ready for driverless cabs and drone taxis?

Simon Mills looks at how prototypes designed for wide open spaces in California will operate in a busy and pedestrian-heavy city like London

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Uber exits nations without warning, drivers and passengers mid-trip see app completely shut down: ‘The Uber rapture’

"No warning, just shut down the app, on the spot."

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First self-driving taxis for hire on London's streets as Uber launches first UK fleet of robotaxis

Each car will still have a human safety driver, though it is not clear for how long

Evening Standard

Uber launches first self-driving taxis in London after cutting thousands of jobs

European streets pose a particular challenge to autonomous vehicles, and regulators have been much slower than in the US to approve them

The Independent UK

Uber And Wayve Beat Waymo To London With UK’s First Robotaxi Service

The first Ford Mustang Mach-E EVs fitted with Wayve’s autonomous driving tech can now be hailed in London on the Uber app.

InsideEVs

Uber and AI firm Wayve launch first self-driving robotaxis in London

The companies said they are operating a ‘small fleet’ of all-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles.

Evening Standard

London’s first self-driving taxis for hire hit the streets

Wayve robotaxis added to Uber app and will have human in front ready to take over if needed – but only 15 cars licensed

The Guardian - UK

Uber, Wayve begin robotaxi rollout in London's busy streets as Europe takes cautious approach

London is launching its first self-driving taxi service with Uber and Wayve. These electric vehicles will initially have human safety drivers present. The service operates under Britain's pilot framework for autonomous vehicles. Other companies are also preparing similar services in the city. This marks a significant step toward future autonomous…

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The Independent UK

Robotaxi service debuts on London's busy streets as Europe weighs more self-driving vehicles

Uber and Wayve are launching a robotaxi service in London on Thursday, marking the city's first self-driving taxi service

The Economic Times

Uber Layoffs: CEO Dara Khosrowshahi Says “This wasn’t a decision we made lightly” as company cuts 3,300 jobs globally

In a bold move, Uber is set to cut its workforce by roughly ten percent, affecting around 3,300 staff members. This decision is part of a larger strategy to streamline management and improve team functionality across the globe. The cost savings will be funneled into crucial areas such as ride-sharing…

The Economic Times

Uber layoffs impact India; RMG ban, a year on

Happy Thursday! Uber is cutting jobs in India as part of a sweeping global restructuring. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

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Woman Needs A Rental Car While In Vegas. Then She Books A Vay: ‘It’s Supposed To Be Cheaper’

“This is supposed to be more affordable than taking an Uber or a Lyft."

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Woman recalls her first-ever date at 18 handing her a pocket knife. Commenters are just happy that she made it out: ‘I’m glad you still here girl’

Survival instincts went extinct that day.

The Independent UK

Uber announces 3,000 layoffs to create ‘simpler and faster’ business

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The Independent UK

Uber to cut more than 3,000 jobs as part of a major restructuring

The boss of the US-based ride-hailing app told staff that the changes would create a ‘simpler and faster’ business by cutting layers of management and merging teams

The Guardian - US

Uber to cut 3,300 corporate jobs in management overhaul

Company says it is slashing 10% of its workforce to make operations ‘simpler and faster’

International Business Times UK

Read Uber CEO's Memo as 3,300 Workers Lose Their Jobs Despite Business 'Performing So Well'

Uber is cutting 3,300 jobs to streamline after rapid growth, reducing management layers and boosting efficiency for future autonomous transport plans.

International Business Times

Uber To Cut Thousands Of Jobs To Make The Company 'Simpler And Faster.' Its Stock Rose

CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said the move also seeks to "create more capacity to invest in our future."

International Business Times UK

US Navy Mum Makes Up to $11,000 a Month Doing Other People's Laundry From Home: 'It's Better Than Uber'

Monalisa Escobedo earns up to $11,000/month with Poplin, a laundry app, while managing costs like detergent and electricity. Learn the difference between revenue and profit in this gig economy story.

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