JetBlue Introduces Uber Vouchers for Delayed or Canceled Flights
JetBlue has launched a program to provide Uber vouchers for passengers experiencing flight delays or cancellations. Travelers facing a qualified flight delay of three hours or more due to specific reasons can receive a rideshare voucher, offering an alternative...
Toronto City Council Votes to Cap Ride-Hail Licenses
The Toronto City Council voted to impose a cap on ride-hail licenses, freezing the number of Uber and Lyft vehicles operating on city streets. The move was met with opposition, with concerns raised about potential price increases and legal challenges from ride-hailing...
DoorDash’s “Dine Out” Feature Rewards Users for In-Person Dining
DoorDash is testing a new feature named "Dine Out," designed to incentivize users to dine in restaurants rather than ordering in. This program offers select DoorDash customers credits when they check in at eligible restaurants through the app. Users can earn these...
Uber Eats Introduces Multi-Store Ordering Without Additional Delivery Fee
Uber Eats has rolled out a new feature called multi-store ordering, allowing users to order from two nearby restaurants simultaneously. The significant aspect is that this service comes without an extra delivery fee. Previously, Uber Eats bundled orders only from...
The Potential Impact of California Law on Gig Workers: A Lawsuit Against Uber
The article discusses a unique California law that could significantly impact gig workers, focusing on a lawsuit against Uber. The law allows workers to sue for employment law violations on behalf of the state, providing a distinct legal avenue for addressing issues...
Safety Tips for Women Driving in the Gig Economy: Insights from Uber and Lyft
The article provides safety tips for women working as Uber and Lyft drivers in the gig economy. It highlights insights from three women who share advice on staying safe while working in this industry. The tips encompass various aspects, including navigating...
California Woman Steals Uber Driver’s Car in Texas Due to Perceived Delays: Fast and Furious Incident
A 27-year-old woman, Neusha Alexandra Afkami, was arrested in Austin, Texas, for allegedly stealing an Uber driver's car and using the driver's credit card. The arrest affidavit mentions that she took this drastic action because she believed the Uber driver was...
EU Deal to Reclassify Gig Workers as Employees Falls Apart at the Last Minute
The proposed EU deal to reclassify gig workers as employees has collapsed, marking a setback in the ongoing efforts to enhance labor rights for platform workers in the European Union. Despite earlier agreements between the Council and Parliament, the deal faced a...
Facing Danger: The Struggle of Mexico’s Female Delivery Drivers Against Chlorine Attacks and Harassment
The article explores the harrowing experiences of female delivery drivers in Mexico, shedding light on the pervasive issues of chlorine attacks and daily harassment they face. The female delivery drivers, exemplified by the case of Berline Augustin, are organizing in...
KinectAir Revolutionizes Air Travel with Affordable Private Plane Access
The article from FOX 8 News discusses a company that is being referred to as the "Uber of flying." This company is introducing private plane access at pocket-friendly prices, aiming to make luxury air travel more accessible. The service, named KinectAir, is designed...