San Francisco Restaurant Operating Under 70 Different DoorDash Storefronts
A San Francisco restaurant has raised eyebrows by seemingly operating under at least 70 different business names on the DoorDash food delivery app. Read the rest here.
Uber to Shut Down Acquired Alcohol Delivery Service Drizly
Uber has announced the closure of Drizly, an alcohol delivery service it acquired three years ago for $1.1 billion. This decision to shutter Drizly comes as part of Uber’s strategic business moves, signaling the end of its venture into alcohol delivery. Read the rest here
California’s Gig Work Policies Lead to Job Losses
The article discusses the negative impact of California’s regulatory actions against gig work. It highlights that the state’s policies, aimed at protecting workers, have led to job losses instead. Read the rest here.
Uber Could Be Brewing A Plan To Enter Grocery Sector
Uber is contemplating the acquisition of Instacart, sparking a surge in Instacart’s stock prices. Analyst speculation points to Uber’s interest in entering the grocery sector, potentially through the acquisition of the popular grocery delivery company Instacart. Read the rest here
New Federal Rule on Worker Classification Standards: Uber and Lyft Assure Their Drivers Won’t Be Affected
Uber and Lyft have asserted that the recent federal rule tightening worker classification standards will not impact their drivers. The Biden administration implemented the new labor rule to address the misclassification of workers as “independent contractors.” The rule instructs employers to consider six criteria in determining worker classification. Despite concerns raised by some, both ride-sharing companies, Uber and Lyft, are confident that their drivers will not be affected by the changes. The article emphasizes the challenges companies face in navigating the complexities of the new guidelines and the need to carefully evaluate each criterion. Read the full article here.