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Robots are clawing their way into our future

From its roots as a convention where manufacturers met with dealers to secure orders, CES primarily features products that companies have on a firm shipping schedule. But the show also has its share of tantalizing teases. Some of these are products on the precipice of availability such as the NEC LaVie mini (which seems to… Continue reading Robots are clawing their way into our future

Joining with Toyota and Uber gives Amazon-backed Aurora the tools it needs to take on self-driving leader Waymo

Three recent deals have given Aurora access to ride-hailing and car-building expertise. The latest, a partnership with Toyota, puts Aurora in a better position to compete with Waymo. But Aurora still has to prove it can put robotaxis on the road. Visit the Business section of Insider for more stories. Aurora Innovation has announced three… Continue reading Joining with Toyota and Uber gives Amazon-backed Aurora the tools it needs to take on self-driving leader Waymo

Uber CEO dismisses bitcoin investment, could use for transactions: CNBC

By Reuters Staff 1 Min Read FILE PHOTO: Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi speaks during a meeting with the Economic Club of New York in New York City, New York, U.S., December 4, 2019. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly/File Photo (Reuters) – Uber Technologies Chief Executive Dara Khosrowshahi said on Thursday that the company discussed and “quickly dismissed” the… Continue reading Uber CEO dismisses bitcoin investment, could use for transactions: CNBC

16 Valentine’s Day Deals for Your Sweetheart (or Yourself)

Brooklinen Classic Core Sheet Set for $118 ($20 off) With Code SAVE15 We haven’t tried these sheets, but we’ve heard great things about them and the brand in general. They come in a few snazzy prints, and they have a year-long return policy. Brooklinen is having a sitewide 15-percent-off sale if you’re looking for something… Continue reading 16 Valentine’s Day Deals for Your Sweetheart (or Yourself)

Uber beats Q4 2020 earnings expectations but misses on $3.17 billion in revenue amid slow pandemic recovery (UBER)

Uber on Wednesday reported $3.17 billion in Q4 revenue, missing expectations of $3.58 billion. Uber reported GAAP losses per share of $0.54, beating analyst expectations of $0.55. Uber’s valuation doubled in 2020 despite the pandemic and the company’s inability to turn a profit. Visit the Business section of Insider for more stories. Uber on Wednesday… Continue reading Uber beats Q4 2020 earnings expectations but misses on $3.17 billion in revenue amid slow pandemic recovery (UBER)

Why Lyft’s food delivery strategy centers on sharing customer data with restaurants and retailers

Lyft is piloting B2B on-demand delivery in certain US markets. Adding delivery is part of the company’s long-term growth strategy. Lyft said merchants are looking for delivery partners that allow them to keep relationships with customers. Visit the Business section of Insider for more stories. Just when the crowded delivery space was thinning out amid… Continue reading Why Lyft’s food delivery strategy centers on sharing customer data with restaurants and retailers

Lyft could pay about $3,000 for failing to disclose that it paid for some ads in its $48 million Prop 22 campaign (LYFT)

Lyft could pay $3,371 for not noting it paid for some Prop 22 ads. Lyft spent $48 million campaigning for Prop 22, which would allow it to pay drivers as contractors. California voters approved the legislation in the November election. Visit the Business section of Insider for more stories. Lyft is being threatened with a… Continue reading Lyft could pay about $3,000 for failing to disclose that it paid for some ads in its $48 million Prop 22 campaign (LYFT)

Uber: Uber Announces Results for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020

SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2020. Financial Highlights for Fourth Quarter 2020 Gross Bookings grew 16% quarter-over-quarter (“QoQ”) to $17.2 billion, down 5% year-over-year (“YoY”), or 4% on a constant currency basis, with Delivery Gross Bookings growing 128% YoY… Continue reading Uber: Uber Announces Results for Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020

Toyota, Denso team with Aurora on self-driving cars for Uber, others

TipRanks 3 Big Dividend Stocks Yielding at Least 9%; BTIG Says ‘Buy’ How important are dividends to a stock investor’s profits? Speaking before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) on October 15, 2007, investing guru John Bogle laid out the case: “Over the past 81 years… reinvested dividend income accounted for approximately 95 percent of… Continue reading Toyota, Denso team with Aurora on self-driving cars for Uber, others