This month, we’re recognizing Black History Month, an annual celebration of the experiences and contributions of Black and African Americans who have shaped and strengthened our country. This year, more than ever, we uphold the responsibility to recognize and highlight the importance of amplifying Black voices.Last summer, in the wake of the deaths of Amaud… Continue reading Introducing: Black@Waymo
Category: Mobility Companies
Uber: Uber Eats Launches Eat Local: A Renewed Commitment to US Local Merchants
SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) today announced its Eat Local campaign, renewed efforts to support independent restaurant owners and operators in 2021 as the industry continues to face COVID-related challenges. “We’re here for restaurants at Uber Eats—as we have been since the start of the health crisis,” said Stephane Ficaja, head of Uber… Continue reading Uber: Uber Eats Launches Eat Local: A Renewed Commitment to US Local Merchants
Uber: Uber Joins Road Safety Advocates in Calling for National Vision Zero Commitment
By Kristin Smith, Head of Global Road Safety Policy Nearly 40,000 people lose their lives on our nation’s roadways every year, and traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for people under 25 years old. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Uber is committed to being a strong partner in road safety. That’s… Continue reading Uber: Uber Joins Road Safety Advocates in Calling for National Vision Zero Commitment
Uber: Uber to Acquire Drizly
SAN FRANCISCO & BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) and Drizly today announced that they have reached an agreement for Uber to acquire Drizly for approximately $1.1 billion in stock and cash. Drizly is the leading on-demand alcohol marketplace in the United States, available and designed to be fully compliant with local regulations in more… Continue reading Uber: Uber to Acquire Drizly
Grab Closes US$2 Billion Term Loan Facility
Grab announced today the successful close of its first senior secured term loan facility, after securing commitments from international institutional investors. SINGAPORE, 1 February 2021 – Grab announced today the successful close of its first senior secured term loan facility, after securing commitments from international institutional investors. The facility is structured as a five year… Continue reading Grab Closes US$2 Billion Term Loan Facility
Grab launches GrabAssist Plus, expanding its suite of transport services for persons with disabilities in Singapore
GrabAssist Plus allows persons with disabilities to travel to and from partnering healthcare institutions without dismounting from their wheelchairs throughout the journey GrabAssist Plus allows persons with disabilities to travel to and from partnering healthcare institutions without dismounting from their wheelchairs throughout the journey To go live on 8 February, the new service offers an… Continue reading Grab launches GrabAssist Plus, expanding its suite of transport services for persons with disabilities in Singapore
Uber: Uber Eats Announces Prescription Delivery in NYC with Nimble
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) today announced its plans to expand on-demand prescription delivery in New York City, powered by Nimble. Today’s expansion into the Big Apple follows a successful prescription delivery pilot in Dallas, Austin and Houston, Texas. Through this partnership with Nimble, Uber Eats now connects New Yorkers with on-demand prescription… Continue reading Uber: Uber Eats Announces Prescription Delivery in NYC with Nimble
Grab Financial Group’s fintech leadership recognised in Series A funding round of over US$300 million
Grab Financial Group announced today it has raised over US$300 million in its Series A funding round, led by Hanwha Asset Management. Other investors in the round include K3 Ventures, GGV Capital, Arbor Ventures, and Flourish Ventures. First Series A fundraising, led by Hanwha Asset Management, aimed at further accelerating access to financial services for… Continue reading Grab Financial Group’s fintech leadership recognised in Series A funding round of over US$300 million
Working with comma: A Guide for Car Companies
After Consumer Reports tested our product, we’ve seen a big uptick in reach outs from car companies. Some have understood us better than others. Our mission is to solve self driving cars while delivering shippable intermediaries, and we are very focused on this mission. By solve self driving cars, we mean develop software that’s capable of… Continue reading Working with comma: A Guide for Car Companies
December 10, 2020 ViaVan and Stadtbus Gütersloh GmbH launch new on-demand public transport service “Shuttle – Holt dich ab” expands access t…
December 10, 2020 ViaVan and Stadtbus Gütersloh GmbH launch new on-demand public transport service “Shuttle – Holt dich ab” expands access to affordable, efficient, convenient public transport in Gütersloh December 10, 2020 (GÜTERSLOH) — Book your ride, board your vehicle, and arrive at your destination– that’s how modern public transport works today. “Shuttle – Holt… Continue reading December 10, 2020 ViaVan and Stadtbus Gütersloh GmbH launch new on-demand public transport service “Shuttle – Holt dich ab” expands access t…