After an independent software expert found Uber to have used Waymo's autonomous vehicle technology, the ride-hailing giant has now admitted that it may have to ink a licensing deal with the Alphabet subsidiary or redesign its autonomous driving software.
Uber has launched its new Uber Works app in Chicago. The new service will help to connect shift workers with job opportunities advertised with businesses.
In an effort to make riders and drivers as safe as can be, Uber is launching its RideCheck feature to automatically detect accidents and unusually long stops.
India is one of Uber's largest markets, and the ride-sharing service is doubling down in the country with a new lightweight version of its app, dubbed Uber Lite.
Uber was hacked. 50 million rider accounts were accessed. 7 million driver accounts as well. And Uber paid $100,000 to cover it all up.
Transport for London announced today that they would not be renewing Uber's license to operate, citing Uber's current policies regarding safety and security as grounds for the decision.
Google Home is supposed to be a digital assistant, so why not use it to call a car? Here's how it works.
Toyota has announced that it is partnering up with Uber as part of a "strategic investment" in the company that will also see the launch of a new leasing program for Uber drivers.
Ride-sharing services Uber and Ola have announced that they will temporarily suspend surge pricing after receiving a warning in Delhi. The city has set prescribed fares for taxi services, with anyone found to be flouting the fares facing revokal of their driving license and their car.
Fancy eating out at that incredible restaurant both yourself and friends really enjoy, but can't quite muster up the effort to get dressed and head out the front door? No worries, simply fire up the new UberEATS app and have the company deliver food from said establishment straight to your door.
Uber has published a new blog post on the company website detailing how both Uber and black cab drivers in London can coexist and get along just fine. Said drivers will now be able to fire up the Uber app and utilize the Taxi option to connect to paying customers, without paying out a service fee for the first year of use.
Uber has completely refreshed its branding, including a new logo and app icons for both riders and drivers.
Facebook and Uber have teamed up to let Messenger users order rides right from within the app.
Uber seemingly wants to dip its toes in just about anything. The company has teamed up with Xiaomi to deliver the Mi Note. Should you reside in Singapore and Malaysia, you'll be able to order the phone through the Uber app and have it delivered.
It looks like competition for Uber is about to heat up. According to a new report, Google, despite investing hundreds of millions in Uber in 2013, has informed the service that it is considering launching its own on-demand taxi service. The report comes from Bloomberg, which states: Google is preparing to offer its own ride-hailing service, most likely in conjunction with its...
Spotify has teamed up with Uber to let you ride with your music. Now rolling out in beta, Uber will let you choose what music you listen to during your ride when you connect your Spotify account. Because it's in beta, the service will only work in certain cities with select drivers. To use Spotify with Uber, you will first need a Spotify Premium account. Then request a ride from Uber...
A court in Frankfurt has ruled that Uber cannot operate in Germany due to a lack of adequate insurance for these types of private drivers, as well as expensive licensing. Low-cost UberPop drivers found to continue operating could face fines up to 250,000 euros per trip, though Uber says they intend to keep them running through the ban. Uber has remained confident that their insurance...
Uber has just announced a developer API, allowing developers to integrate the car service into their own Android apps. Apps will be able to do things like send an address to Uber's own app, as well as display pickup times, provide fare estimates, and more. You will even be able to request a ride within some apps, though this feature is rolling out in a limited fashion, according to...
Mobile-first transportation service, Uber, is dabbling in deliveries with a new service called Corner Store. Those inside of two limited Washington D.C. delivery zones can now order from a catalog of over 100 items Uber has in stock, and have the items delivered to their precise location. This service will only go for a couple of weeks to see what the reception's like. The way it...
Uber has announced today that they've added two new features to their latest mobile app. Riders can now easily enter their destination into the rider app, and drivers can take advantage of turn-by-turn navigation within the driver app. Both are aimed to help make for a seamless, efficient ride for both driver and passenger. Using the new app, riders can enter their destination before...