News from May 2025
IBC Group founder on new rideshare bill: 'Uber is warning it might pull out of Colorado'
By B. J. Milam | May 8, 2025
Mario Nawfal, founder of IBC Group, said that a proposed Colorado bill could increase litigation risk and threaten Uber's ability to operate in the state.
Libertarian candidate Busse: 'Classify rideshare drivers as Statutory Employees'
By A. R. Bamburg | May 7, 2025
Thomas Busse, a Libertarian Party candidate and accountant, said that classifying rideshare drivers as statutory employees is a fairer approach compared to labeling them as common law employees, as proposed by SB 1166.
Drive Forward Seattle Director: SB 1166 has 'stifled opportunity for everyday people to earn a living in a flexible environment'
By C. M. Schmidlkofer | May 7, 2025
Michael Wolfe, Executive Director of Drive Forward Seattle, expressed concerns in an op-ed regarding the adoption of earning standards schemes like Oregon's SB 1166.
Chamber of Progress Policy Manager on HB25-1291: 'That level of surveillance goes beyond' what is needed
By A. D. Nghiem | May 7, 2025
Hope Ledford, policy manager at the Chamber of Progress, said Colorado’s HB25-1291 would impose intrusive surveillance through automatic in-ride recordings that may violate rider and driver privacy norms.
PepsiCo partners with AWS for enhanced digital transformation
By Flexible Work News | May 7, 2025
PepsiCo has announced a multi-year strategic agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to advance its digital transformation efforts.
Bioptimus launches AI model for histopathology on AWS Marketplace
By Flexible Work News | May 6, 2025
Bioptimus, a French AI startup, has announced the availability of its advanced AI model for histopathology, H-optimus-1, on Amazon Web Services (AWS) Marketplace.
New York City faces rising rents amid short-term rental law challenges
By Flexible Work News | May 6, 2025
More than 20 months after the enactment of Local Law 18 (LL18) in New York City, its intended effects on housing availability and affordability remain unfulfilled.
Uber Safety-Public Policy Director: HB25-1291 is unnecessary as 'reports of sexual assault have decreased on our platform'
By A. B. Bamburg | May 5, 2025
Emilie Boman, Director of Safety-Public Policy at Uber, said that the company is committed to rider safety but opposes the current version of Colorado bill HB25-1291 due to concerns about its impact.
Embracing aging: Positive attitudes linked to better health outcomes
By Flexible Work News | May 5, 2025
As people age, they often experience a mix of emotions, including fear and apprehension.
Staying socially active in retirement boosts health and happiness
By Flexible Work News | May 5, 2025
Retirement is a significant life change that offers freedom and flexibility but can also lead to unexpected loneliness.
Canadians embrace local travel with record-breaking Airbnb bookings in 2024
By Flexible Work News | May 5, 2025
In 2024, Canadians set a new record for domestic travel on Airbnb, with nearly nine million domestic guest arrivals across the country.
Personality change patterns identified among older adults
By Flexible Work News | May 5, 2025
Personality changes in older adults are a common occurrence, influenced by various factors such as biological, psychological, and social elements.
Gig economy report reveals first quarter trends for 2025 in rideshare and food delivery
By Flexible Work News | May 5, 2025
The first quarter of 2025 marked a shift from the holiday rush to the quieter winter months in the gig economy, affecting rideshare and food delivery earnings across the U.S. Analysts examined seasonal slowdowns, weather patterns, and consumer...
Instacart acquires Wynshop to boost enterprise technology solutions
By Flexible Work News | May 4, 2025
Instacart, North America's leading grocery technology firm, announced the acquisition of Wynshop, an e-commerce solutions provider for top grocers and retailers including Wakefern and Pattison.
Instacart announces financial results for Q1 2025
By Flexible Work News | May 4, 2025
Instacart announced its financial results for the first quarter ending March 31, 2025.
President Trump on tipping reform: 'We're going to have no tax on tips from now on'
By A. B. Bamburg | May 2, 2025
Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, announced his intention to eliminate federal taxes on tip income during a campaign event in Nevada.
ACLU of Colorado Policy Consultant: HB 25-1291 requires 'a person to be removed from their source of income'
By C. M. Schmidlkofer | May 2, 2025
Natasha Burke, a policy consultant for the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Colorado, expressed concerns that House Bill 25-1291 would undermine drivers' due process rights and allow private companies to make punitive decisions without...
Liveops agent Jerome excels in healthcare and finance support roles
By Flexible Work News | May 2, 2025
Jerome, a customer service agent, has been recognized for his exemplary performance in supporting a healthcare provider support program and a tax preparation software client.
Enclave Coworking secures $4.2M for national expansion
By Flexible Work News | May 1, 2025
Enclave Coworking has successfully closed a $4.2 million Series A funding round, aimed at supporting its national expansion plans.
Airbnb reports strong Q1 2025 results and announces upcoming expansion plans
By Flexible Work News | May 1, 2025
Airbnb released its first-quarter financial results for 2025 today.