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UK government pushes self-driving car rollout to 2027, citing safety concerns
- The UK government has delayed the approval of fully self-driving vehicles to the second half of 2027, citing safety concerns and regulatory challenges.
- While current UK regulations allow limited self-driving technology with a human driver present, companies like Uber are ready to deploy more advanced autonomous systems.
- Public apprehension, recent incidents with robotaxis in other countries, and practical challenges like insurance and liability issues contribute to the UK government's cautious approach.
- The government sees potential in a thriving self-driving sector, projected to create a £42 billion industry and 38,000 jobs by 2035, but also acknowledges concerns about job losses for professional drivers.
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Uber eyes B2B logistics push in India through state-backed open commerce network
- Uber partners with the Indian government-backed nonprofit to enter India's B2B logistics market and challenge Amazon and Flipkart.
- Uber will offer B2B logistics services through ONDC, starting with food deliveries and expanding to e-commerce, grocery, pharmacy, and healthcare logistics.
- This move positions Uber against competitors like Shiprocket, Shadowfax, Porter, and Loadshare in India's logistics sector.
- In addition to B2B logistics, Uber introduces metro ticketing on its app through ONDC, aligning with India's push for digital commerce and mobility.
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TechCrunch Week in Review: Coinbase gets hacked
- Coinbase experienced a data breach where hackers demanded $20 million for stolen personal information and IDs, which the company refused to pay.
- Chime filed for an IPO after reaching a deal with the Dallas Mavericks in 2018, displaying the Chime logo on the team's jerseys.
- InventWood created 'Superwood,' as strong as steel, for structural beams using wood chips, eliminating the need for finishing.
- Other highlights include Granola raising $43 million, Y Combinator's allegations against Google's monopolistic practices, Apple's accessibility updates, layoffs at Microsoft affecting 6,500 employees, Uber's Route Share shuttle service, and HBO Max's name change back.
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TechCrunch Mobility: Google’s Gemini is coming to your car, chaos comes for Luminar, and the Amazonification of Uber 2.0
- Sterling Anderson, co-founder of Aurora, joins General Motors as chief product officer, overseeing gas-powered and electric vehicles' product line.
- Luminar's founder, Austin Russell, steps down as CEO amidst chaos and leadership changes within the company.
- Aurora and Uber make significant financial moves, while startups like AutoUnify and CATL see fundraising success.
- The Boring Company, Flock Freight, and other transportation companies secure funding and explore new projects.
- Tesla faces scrutiny over its upcoming robotaxi service, while recalls in the AV sector and advancements in autonomous robotaxis are noted.
- General Motors develops new battery chemistry to reduce costs and enhance driving range in electric vehicles.
- Lucid Motors reveals sales boost from rental sales, Slate Auto gains over 100,000 reservations for its electric pickup truck.
- Toyota redesigns and renames its electric vehicles for the U.S. market, while Uber shifts towards becoming a super app beyond transportation.
- Legislation for supersonic flight revision introduced, Boom Supersonic progresses in aircraft development, and Vertical Aerospace explores hybrid-electric aircraft.
- Apple launches CarPlay Ultra, Google introduces its generative AI, Gemini, for cars supporting Android Auto.
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Is $1 billion a lot of money these days?
- Databricks announced a $1 billion acquisition of Neon, a startup building an open-source alternative to AWS Aurora Postgres.
- Databricks aims to position itself as the place to build, deploy, and scale AI-native applications through high-profile acquisitions like Neon, MosaicML, and Tabular.
- On TechCrunch's Equity podcast, the hosts discuss the Databricks-Neon deal, where Neon's serverless Postgres tech fits in the larger vision, and debate whether $1 billion is still considered 'a lot of money' these days.
- Other topics covered in the podcast include Chime's IPO plans, AWS's 'strategic partnership' shaking up cloud infrastructure, and the resurgence of web series as investors place big bets on nostalgic trends.
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Uber's robotaxi chief says the company will still need human drivers, but their jobs will look very different
- Uber is adding robotaxis to its ride-hailing network, with robotaxis set to dominate in city centres.
- Despite the rise of self-driving taxis, Uber will still require human drivers for certain situations like extreme weather conditions.
- Uber's Senior VP stated that the world will shift from individual car ownership to mobility as a service, ensuring continued demand for drivers.
- The growth of the robotaxi industry could impact driver earnings, especially in cities where robotaxis are becoming common.
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Uber Teams With OpenTable to Boost Its Restaurant Business
- Uber has partnered with OpenTable to power reservations via the Uber Eats app.
- The initiative called Dine Out will start in September in London and Sydney before expanding to OpenTable-connected restaurants in various countries.
- The partnership aims to provide exclusive access to hard-to-book restaurants for Uber One members next year.
- Uber also introduced new features like the Savings Slider on Uber Eats to help consumers compare prices and save money amid economic uncertainties.
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Uber has a new plan to get you to use its app more: Cheaper ride and delivery options
- Uber introduced new features to help users save money on rides and food delivery.
- New options include finding cheaper groceries and a shared ride feature for commuters.
- CEO Dara Khosrowshahi emphasized increasing app engagement by offering affordability.
- Uber aims to make rides and deliveries more affordable with features like Uber Eats Savings Slider and Route Share.
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Uber Debuts Savings Tools as Consumer Budgets Tighten
- Uber has introduced new products to help customers save money amidst increasing financial pressures.
- New offerings include Route Share for cheaper rides, Ride Passes for locked-in prices, and a Savings Slider for Uber Eats to compare prices and find better deals.
- Americans are feeling financial pressures, with inflation still above the 2% target and the impact of tariffs affecting prices.
- Consumers expect to pay more for goods and services, with those seeking the lowest prices anticipating an 8.3% increase.
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Uber to introduce fixed-route shuttles in major US cities designed for commuters
- Uber is introducing fixed-route shuttles along busy corridors in major U.S. cities during weekday commute hours to offer cheaper rides to customers.
- The new 'Route Share' feature allows riders to save 50% by booking these fixed-route rides.
- Riders in select cities can share routes with up to two other co-riders at discounted rates.
- Uber aims to help customers save money on rides and deliveries amidst economic pressures.
- The company plans to offer pre-tax commuter benefits for Route Share in the future, possibly with autonomous vehicles.
- Uber also introduces 'Ride Passes' to lock in prices and offers prepaid packages for discounted rides.
- A partnership with OpenTable allows Uber customers to get discounts on rides when booking tables through the app.
- Despite potential savings, Uber's pricing strategy lacks transparency, with reports of fare discrepancies for riders with prepaid credits or gift cards.
- The new features and discounts are part of Uber's efforts to provide more affordable options and create loyalty among riders.
- Uber envisions a future where autonomous vehicles could be integrated into the Route Share service to enhance efficiency and predictability.
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Uber’s new bus-like feature for commuters is nearly 50 percent cheaper than UberX
- Uber has introduced a new ride option called Route Share, which functions like a bus, traveling along a set route every 20 minutes and accommodating up to two other passengers at nearly 50 percent less cost than an UberX ride.
- Route Share requires customers to walk a short distance to designated pickup spots and final destinations and is available only in select cities during commute hours.
- Uber aims to complement public transit with this new service, focusing on reducing car ownership by offering more affordable ride options like Uber Share and Route Share.
- During its Go/Get product event, Uber emphasizes affordability, with Route Share being one of its cheapest ride options yet, up to 50 percent cheaper than UberX.
- Route Share intends to offer more affordable transportation amidst rising costs and uncertainties felt by consumers, especially during commute times.
- Uber previously attempted ride-sharing variations like Uber Pool, but Route Share offers improvements, with nearly one million rides per month on Uber Share.
- Route Share is initially available in cities like New York City, San Francisco, Chicago, and more, with the option to view nearby routes and book seats up to 10 minutes before pickup.
- Uber also introduces a price lock feature for predictable fares, prepaid passes for frequent riders, and discounts on dining reservations through Open Table integration with Uber app.
- The partnership with Open Table will offer discounted rides for reservations, exclusive dining access for Uber One subscribers, and money-saving options for grocery orders on Uber Eats.
- Uber's new product offerings aim to alleviate cost concerns and provide benefits for various commuting individuals, from businesspeople to shift workers and professionals in different industries.
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An app that says it can help Uber drivers pick profitable rides has arrived in the US. Uber has fought against it before.
- GigU, an app that gives gig workers per-mile and per-hour pay estimates, has launched in the US, causing previous legal battles with Uber in Brazil.
- Uber claims that apps accessing Uber data violate its terms of service, as many gig workers have become more selective with their job choices to increase earnings.
- GigU's 'cherry picker' feature helps drivers decide quickly on accepting or rejecting gigs based on estimated earnings per mile and hourly rates.
- Factors like rising car maintenance costs prompt gig workers to be more discerning about which jobs are profitable.
- GigU assigns colors to jobs on screen indicating the potential earnings: green for most lucrative, yellow for mid-range, and red for less profitable options.
- Amid concerns of declining pay for gig workers, GigU founders created businesses catering to them, leading to the development of the app.
- GigU has raised about $5 million in seed funding and can analyze data from Uber, Uber Eats, Lyft, and DoorDash, despite lacking official partnerships with these companies.
- An earlier version of GigU's cherry picker feature faced legal challenges with Uber in Brazil, where Uber accused the app of copyright and data violations.
- GigU founders emphasize that the app provides transparency on earnings data but doesn't automatically accept jobs or manipulate GPS locations like some 'bot' third-party apps.
- Having transparent earnings information can help gig workers make informed decisions and potentially increase their earnings, particularly amidst the distractions and pressures of the gig economy.
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Elon Musk says he wants to bring Tesla's robotaxis to Saudi Arabia, where Uber is also racing to launch its robotaxi service
- Elon Musk expressed interest in bringing robotaxis to Saudi Arabia where Uber is also planning to launch a similar service later this year.
- Tesla CEO Elon Musk emphasized the potential for autonomous vehicles in Saudi Arabia during the US-Saudi Investment Forum.
- Tesla has not launched its robotaxi service to the public globally, but plans to do a pilot launch in Austin in June.
- Saudi Arabia aims to incorporate autonomous vehicles into its Vision 2030 modernization plans, while Uber is set to introduce robotaxis in the Kingdom through a partnership with China's Pony.AI.
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WeRide is partnering with Uber to bring robotaxis to 15 cities. Its CEO says the deal will help make them safer than human drivers.
- WeRide is partnering with Uber to bring its robotaxis to 15 new cities, with the CEO Tony Han emphasizing that the deal will help make the vehicles safer than human drivers.
- WeRide's robotaxis are already operational in Abu Dhabi through the Uber app, and Dubai is expected to follow suit.
- The partnership aims to address challenging robotaxi problems and focuses on Europe and the Middle East rather than the US market.
- WeRide, a Chinese autonomous vehicle company, has joined Uber's robotaxi network, expanding its reach outside the US and China.
- The collaboration will accelerate WeRide's autonomous vehicle development by leveraging Uber's scale and experience in ride-hailing services.
- WeRide's CEO mentioned their successful track record in robotaxi operations with no accidents recorded in over 2,000 days.
- The expanded partnership includes an additional $100 million investment from Uber into WeRide, indicating a commitment to further development.
- WeRide plans to gradually introduce robotaxi services in multiple cities in Europe and the Middle East over the next five years, building on the successful launch in Abu Dhabi.
- CEO Han highlighted China's advantages in EV innovation and complex road environments that contribute to WeRide's robust algorithm development.
- Despite the challenges in the US market due to restrictions on Chinese vehicle software, WeRide remains focused on expanding in the Middle East and Europe.
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TechCrunch Mobility: Tesla denied ‘Robotaxi’ trademark, Aurora loses a co-founder, and tariffs start to take a toll
- Aurora's co-founder Sterling Anderson resigns from his position and board, citing an exciting opportunity at an iconic global company.
- Despite Anderson's departure, Aurora plans to expand its driverless trucking routes and operations by 2025.
- Zeekr, a Chinese EV company, is going private due to U.S.-China trade war tensions.
- Bosch Ventures launches a new $270 million fund focusing on North American deep tech startups.
- DoorDash makes significant acquisitions including buying Deliveroo for $3.87 billion and SevenRooms for $1.2 billion.
- Uber invests $100 million more in WeRide and acquires Trendyol Go for $700 million, expanding its services globally.
- Tesla's attempts to trademark 'Robotaxi' and 'Cybercab' face obstacles from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and other companies' trademarks.
- Waymo opens a new factory to produce over 2,000 autonomous Jaguar I-Pace vehicles, expanding its commercial fleet to 1,500.
- Ford, General Motors, and Rivian adjust their guidance and pricing due to economic uncertainties from tariffs and regulatory changes.
- Lucid Motors experiences quality challenges with its Gravity SUV, while Tesla's sales in Europe decline despite a surge in April EV sales.
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