OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is no stranger to accusations of lying — but according to one of the company’s most vociferous critics, he has a tick when he does it on camera. In a post on X-formerly-Twitter, AI researcher and skeptic Gary Marcus put forth a compelling theory: that viewers can tell when Altman is… Continue reading Sam Altman Allegedly Has a Very Specific Tell Every Time He Lies
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Uber Freight CEO Lior Ron leaves to join self-driving startup Waabi as COO
Self-driving truck maker Waabi has hired autonomous vehicle industry veteran and Uber Freight CEO Lior Ron to step in as chief operating officer, as the startup looks to scale its commercial operations ahead of its planned launch of driverless trucks on public highways later this year. Rebecca Tinucci, who previously spent six years building Tesla’s… Continue reading Uber Freight CEO Lior Ron leaves to join self-driving startup Waabi as COO
Revel shuts down its ride-hail business to focus on EV charging
Revel has shut down its ride-hailing service in New York City, in yet another pivot for the company that started out by renting electric scooters in 2019. Moving forward, Revel will instead focus on its nascent EV charging business, which includes operating five stations in New York and one in San Francisco. A visit to… Continue reading Revel shuts down its ride-hail business to focus on EV charging
Thunes and Ontop Transform Global Freelance and Remote Workforce Payments with Real-Time Payouts
Collaboration enables businesses across America to unlock real-time global payments for remote workers and workers to get paid instantly, anywhere SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, has announced a new collaboration with Ontop, the all-in-one global payroll and financial platform helping companies hire, pay, and… Continue reading Thunes and Ontop Transform Global Freelance and Remote Workforce Payments with Real-Time Payouts
Tesla Robotaxi scores permit to run ride-hailing service in Texas
In an aerial view, the Tesla headquarters is seen in Austin, Texas, on July 24, 2025. Brandon Bell | Getty Images Tesla has been granted a permit to run a ride-hailing business in Texas, allowing the electric vehicle maker to compete against companies including Uber and Lyft. Tesla Robotaxi LLC is licensed to operate a… Continue reading Tesla Robotaxi scores permit to run ride-hailing service in Texas
Uber: Dollar General and Uber Eats Partner to Deliver Household Essentials Nationwide
SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) and Dollar General Corporation (NYSE: DG) today announced a partnership that will bring more than 14,000 Dollar General and pOpshelf locations to the Uber Eats platform. Starting today and expanding this month, DG and pOpshelf customers can tap to order an expansive mix of affordable essentials, food, and… Continue reading Uber: Dollar General and Uber Eats Partner to Deliver Household Essentials Nationwide
Elon Musk Says $150K Investment In Tesla ‘Probably’ Makes You A Millionaire
Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk thinks investing $150,000 in the EV giant’s stock could yield high returns for the investor. Check out the latest price of Tesla stock here. On Tuesday, a user on social media platform… Continue reading Elon Musk Says $150K Investment In Tesla ‘Probably’ Makes You A Millionaire
Clean Technica: Tesla Shareholders Sue Elon Musk Over Autopilot & FSD Failures004142
The $329 million verdict against Tesla by a jury in Miami last week was the last straw for several Tesla shareholders. Coupled with the widely reported misadventures of Tesla Robotaxis in Austin, Texas, recently, they have decided “Enough is enough!” and sued Tesla and Elon Musk personally for repeatedly overstating the effectiveness of and prospects… Continue reading Clean Technica: Tesla Shareholders Sue Elon Musk Over Autopilot & FSD Failures004142
Mobility as a Service Market to Grow at a CAGR of 21.9% from 2025 to 2032 | SkyQuest Technology Consulting
The mobility as a service market is anticipated to increase due to rapid urbanization has intensified traffic congestion and environmental concerns, especially in densely populated cities. Governments and urban planners are promoting mobility as a service to reduce car ownership and traffic flow. WESTFORD, Mass., Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SkyQuest Technology Consulting published a… Continue reading Mobility as a Service Market to Grow at a CAGR of 21.9% from 2025 to 2032 | SkyQuest Technology Consulting
Uber beats on revenue, announces $20 billion stock buyback
watch now Uber reported second-quarter results on Wednesday that beat on revenue and announced the authorization of a $20 billion stock buyback. Here’s how the company did versus analysts’ estimates compiled by LSEG: Earnings per share: 63 cents vs. 63 cents expected. Revenue: $12.65 billion vs. $12.46 billion expected. Here are the key segment numbers: Mobility (gross bookings): $23.76 billion, up… Continue reading Uber beats on revenue, announces $20 billion stock buyback