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Uber cuts 10% of customer service staff in favor of AI

Second time in two months that ride share giant has laid off staff

The Independent UK

More Indians choosing roads over runways for a Dil Chahta Hai moment

India's expanding highway network and more long weekends are fuelling a sharp rise in Uber Intercity road trips, with Tier-2 city routes growing fastest. Uber data shows travellers increasingly choosing road travel for weekend getaways, heritage destinations and leisure holidays as improved highways reshape intercity travel across India.

The Economic Times

Travis Kalanick’s Atoms secures $1.7 billion from a16z, Uber, others to expand into industrial AI

Atoms, Travis Kalanick's robotics firm, has secured $1.7 billion in funding. This investment, led by Andreessen Horowitz, will fuel industrial AI development. The company focuses on automation for mining, transport, and food production sectors. Atoms also acquired self-driving startup Pronto to enhance its capabilities. This funding supports Atoms' next phase…

The Economic Times

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Uber cuts 10% customer service jobs as AI becomes latest driver of tech layoffs

Uber has cut 10% of its customer service workforce, marking the first time the company has directly linked layoffs to artificial intelligence. The move reflects a broader Silicon Valley trend as Big Tech firms including Amazon, Microsoft, Oracle and Meta restructure teams, automate work and accelerate AI adoption across operations.

The Economic Times

Uber, Lyft win court block on NYC law requiring notice before firing drivers

US District Judge Gregory Woods in Manhattan said in a written ruling on Tuesday that the city's law adopted earlier this year benefits a small fraction of drivers ‌while interfering with ⁠the ⁠ride-hailing companies' right to police the safety of their platforms.

The Economic Times

How do Lime’s ebikes make money? Share market debut sheds light on finances

The firm’s public listing raised US$167m but analysts have been wondering for years: how does this business stack up?

The Guardian - AU

Bill Ackman Says Tesla Robotaxi Fears Are Creating a 'Very Cheap' Buying Opportunity for UBER

Billionaire investor Bill Ackman believes the market’s anxiety over Tesla Inc.‘s (NASDAQ:TSLA) upcoming autonomous fleet has severely mispriced Uber Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:UBER), creating a highly lucrative entry point for investors.

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Microsoft vs. Amazon: 1 AI Giant Is the Better Buy Ahead of Earnings

Microsoft and Amazon enter earnings season with AI at the center of their growth stories, but one stock appears better positioned for the long term.

Barchart

Driverless taxis, sports fanatics and an Alcatraz seagull: Three weeks in the US covering the World Cup

WORLD CUP 2026: Criss-crossing California, with one weekend in Mexico City, Kieran Jackson gives his key takeaways from a unique World Cup

The Independent UK

Is Domino's Stock Serving Up a Buying Opportunity?

Domino's Pizza beat Q2 revenue estimates but missed on EPS, as strong order growth via DoorDash and Uber Eats was offset by weaker ticket sizes and margin pressure on franchisees.

MarketBeat

Uber driver owns 2 flats in Noida & earns Rs 80,000 a month in rent, but still drives 12 hours a day; his reason has people applauding his resilience

Uber driver has gone viral after it emerged that he earns around Rs 80,000 a month in rental income from two flats near Noida Electronic City, yet continues to drive for nearly 12 hours a day. According to a viral Instagram post, he chose to keep working after a heart…

The Economic Times

Consumer Tech (Jul 13-17): IBM Sees Worst Day On Record, Gemini 3.5 Pro Release Delayed, Uber Acquires Delivery Hero & More

President Donald Trump, hedge fund billionaire Bill Ackman and entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano criticized New York’s decision to temporarily halt approvals for new large-scale data centers.

Benzinga

Woman Takes Uber Share. Then The Driver Asks Her An Extremely Personal Question: 'I Didn't Think I Was Gonna Be Interrogated'

'I only got an Uber share once. NEVER EVER AGAIN!'

Motor1

Florida man says no to friend’s idea of drinking beer during Uber ride. Her response leaves the driver jumping out of the cab

And now she has been banned from Uber.

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International visitors came to the United States for soccer. Some saw beyond the cliches, too

International World Cup fans discovered American hospitality and warmth during their recent visits. Many found locals welcoming and eager to share their culture and homes. This experience contrasted with media depictions of a politically fractured and unwelcoming nation. Tourists encountered friendly interactions and helpful advice from everyday Americans. Their firsthand…

The Independent UK

Many World Cup fans agree on one thing after visiting the US

The international visitors absorbed more than just local cuisine and vast landscapes

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Uber driver allegedly gets into shouting match, tells another driver ‘I wanna be shot.’ All the while, his passenger fears for her life

The Uber driver was apparently prepared despite the passenger in the back.

Barchart

Earnings Preview: What To Expect From Uber Technologies' Report

Uber Technologies is prepared to post its second-quarter results in August, with analysts predicting a double-digit earnings growth.

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The Times of India

'No beer in the cab': Florida woman stabs friend with scissors during argument

A 32-year-old Florida woman has been arrested after allegedly stabbing her friend with a pair of scissors during an Uber ride following an argument over drinking beer inside the vehicle, according to arrest records.

Barchart

Reddit Just Scored a New 'Outperform' Rating. What Comes Next for RDDT Stock.

Wedbush analyst says Reddit stock could hit $250 over the next 12 months. Here’s why he’s bullish on RDDT shares.

The Canberra Times

'I'll kill you': Uber driver terrorised with knife during armed robber's crime spree

'I'm going to stab you, I'll f---ing kill you,' he repeatedly said.

The Guardian - UK

Uber driver who killed dog walker is also found guilty of trying to murder his landlord

Dawood Safi, 28, mounted a ‘frenzied’ and deadly rampage while in the grip of a psychotic episode

MarketBeat

Why Uber’s Biggest Deal Yet Could Unlock Its Next Growth Phase

Uber's proposed $12.8 billion takeover of Delivery Hero, built on a quietly accumulated 37% stake, signals food-delivery consolidation and a shift toward margin expansion and pricing power.

The Economic Times

Maharashtra Motor Vehicle Aggregator Rules 2026 notified: From surge pricing to private carpooling to Rs 1 crore penalty, what changes for Ola, Uber, Rapido users

Maharashtra has notified new rules for app-based transport services, bringing aggregators under a uniform framework. These regulations mandate licensing and introduce fare controls, impacting services like Ola and Uber. Passenger safety measures and driver welfare provisions are significantly strengthened by these new rules. Vehicle eligibility criteria and mandatory safety features…

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GME Stock Alert: What to Know as GameStop Teams Up With Uber Eats

GameStop announced a partnership with Uber for on-demand gaming merchandise delivery. But does that warrant buying GME shares? Let’s find out!

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