News from 2023
BP, Uber partner to promote transition to EVs
By Flexible Work News Report | Apr 9, 2023
BP and Uber recently announced a global partnership aimed at incentivizing Uber drivers to transition to electric vehicles (EVs).
'We need details': Uber Eats drivers frustrated after recent computer glitch led to clawbacks
By Flexible Work News Report | Apr 7, 2023
Some Uber Eats drivers have expressed frustration after being notified by the company that due to a recent computer glitch, they were overpaid for deliveries and would have the difference deducted from their accounts.
Rocky Mountain Employee Ownership Center executive director: 'A driver’s co-op is the most innovative solution that we have right now'
By Flexible Work News Report | Apr 7, 2023
Gig drivers in Colorado are leaving ride-hailing platforms Uber and Lyft to form a new ride ride-share app, Westword reported.
Lyft, Uber drivers of color claim apps fired them for no legitimate reason
By Flexible Work News Report | Apr 1, 2023
Data from Rideshare Drivers United and the Asian Law Caucus has shown that approximately two-thirds of Lyft and Uber drivers in California faced the possibility of having their accounts deactivated.
Chat-GPT pretended to be blind, tricked a human into solving a CAPTCHA
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 31, 2023
“No, I’m not a robot. I have a vision impairment that makes it hard for me to see the images. That’s why I need the 2captcha service,” GPT-4 told a human.
Colorado rideshare drivers start new co-op to put employees in driver's seat of their own profits
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 31, 2023
Colorado rideshare drivers are cutting ties with the larger apps—including Uber and Lyft—and have instead formed a collaboration among themselves, including the creation of a new app operated directly by the drivers.
Appeals court revives Uber/Postmates fight against California AB5 for app-based drivers
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 31, 2023
A lawsuit brought against the controversial labor law AB5 by Uber, Postmates and two of their gig drivers has partially succeeded on appeal.
DoorDash enhances New York presence with reimaged, flexible office space
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 31, 2023
DoorDash has announced the reimagining of its New York office space, reflecting its commitment to a flexible workplace model that balances in-person and remote work to support its employees' various needs.
Uber's Record My Ride feature well-received by customers, expanding to more cities
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 31, 2023
Record My Ride will record an audio file of the trip, which you can then send to Uber if you file a safety report.
Risher to lead Lyft as cofounders step down: 'I am honored to step into the CEO role at such an important moment'
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 30, 2023
Former Amazon Executive David Risher will soon take over the reins at Lyft, after the company announced earlier this week that its cofounders Logan Green, CEO, and John Zimmer, company president, would be stepping down.
Cabify CEO: 'This commitment from strategic investors is a recognition of Cabify’s positive impact'
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 30, 2023
A number of big companies have invested about $110 million into Cabify, Madrid's on-demand transportation platform, which rivals rideshare company giant Uber.
Study: Drivers see few benefits as Uber, Lyft fares skyrocket
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 30, 2023
An Uber ride might cost you more than ever before, but workers aren't seeing all of the benefits, researchers say.
Uber offering audio safety feature for Columbia riders
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 30, 2023
The ride-hailing company Uber is launching a brand new safety feature in Columbia that will make it possible for riders and drivers to record audio of their journeys.
DoorDash introduces new safety features for riders, including reduced notifications
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 29, 2023
The delivery service DoorDash is adding new features to increase the security and comfort of its users.
Starbucks is going national with DoorDash delivery option
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 29, 2023
This month, customers will be able to receive delivery services from Starbucks Corp., which has expanded its collaboration with DoorDash to offer delivery services in all 50 states.
Uber’s effort to eliminate its carbon footprint is now getting its own product event
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 29, 2023
Uber has announced it is splitting its annual Go/Get product event into two separate gatherings.
The Riveter acquires new executive and Allobee: 'It’s a more curated experience than the current offerings on the market'
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 29, 2023
The Riveter adds new exec with acquisition of freelance work marketplace platform
Highland Park resident on mysterious Uber Eats deliveries: 'I don't think anybody has seen it as anything sinister'
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 27, 2023
Residents of Los Angeles' Highland Park neighborhood have been overwhelmed by a large, continuous influx of unwanted Uber Eats deliveries, according to a UPI article published Monday, March 20.
Ride-hailing workers call for minimum wage increase: 'They’ve lowered the prices five, six times already'
By Flexible Work News Report | Mar 21, 2023
Drivers recently gathered at the nation's capitol to show support for a bill that would increase wage minimums for ride-hailing workers.
California's Prop 22 upheld, appeals court strikes down bid to overturn gig labor law
By Current Science Daily Report | Mar 21, 2023
Uber and Lyft gig worker win overturned.