A Lyft driver, Caine Hager, fell victim to a scam where he was deceived out of $500. The scam involved individuals using scare tactics to intimidate drivers into handing over money, falsely claiming account suspension due to a bad review. Read the rest of the article here.
Gig workers explain how to get reactivated on Uber Eats and Instacart
The article provides insights from gig workers on the process of getting reactivated on platforms like Uber Eats and Instacart after deactivation. Read the rest of the article here.
The article recounts a Reddit user’s experience catching an Uber driver lying about the company’s tipping policy in an attempt to secure a larger tip. The driver allegedly claimed that untipped rides automatically receive a 30% tip, which the customer knew to be false. Read the rest of the article here.
The article discusses Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi’s acknowledgment of drivers’ lack of benefits but emphasizes their flexibility [2]. Amidst pandemic challenges and Valentine’s Day strikes, Khosrowshahi highlights drivers’ role in Uber’s success, emphasizing their importance to the company’s value. Read the rest of the article here.
The article from Wired discusses how Urban Company, a home services platform in India, initially attracted women to join the gig economy but later subjected them to unfair practices, leading to their disenchantment and departure. Read the rest of the article here.
Lyft’s CEO, Risher, admitted to a margin error, attributing it to the addition of an extra zero. The error occurred during the company’s earnings release, leading to significant consequences. Read the rest of the article here.