News from 2025
U.S. Rep. Evans of Colorado House on rideshare law: 'Their over-regulation is anti-business'
By E. F. Cullerton | Apr 25, 2025
Gabe Evans, the representative for Colorado's 8th Congressional District, said that Democrats are over-regulating businesses and driving companies out of the state.
Harvard Business School examines the rise of digital tipping norms
By A. D. Nghiem | Apr 24, 2025
Harvard Business School has announced that digital payment systems and post-COVID consumer sentiment are contributing to tipping in nontraditional settings.
Seamless brings back $1 cheese slice to New York City
By Flexible Work News | Apr 23, 2025
A popular New York City tradition was interrupted two years ago with the disappearance of the iconic $1 cheese slice, leaving a void in the city's culinary landscape.
Uber Policy Manager on Oregon driver bill: ‘These rates far outpace the rideshare models’
By E. F. Cullerton | Apr 22, 2025
Zahid Arab, public policy and communications manager for Uber, said that Oregon's proposed Senate Bill (SB) 1166 would establish some of the nation's highest compensation rates for rideshare drivers.
Dinner party planning guide offers tips for a successful and memorable evening
By Flexible Work News | Apr 22, 2025
Planning a dinner party involves balancing entertainment, cooking, and logistics, especially for first-time hosts.
Airbnb globally adopts total price display for transparency and affordability
By Flexible Work News | Apr 21, 2025
One thing consistently communicated by the community is the importance of affordability and transparency.
Grubhub and National ACE hold roundtable for Chicago entrepreneurs and community leaders
By Flexible Work News | Apr 21, 2025
The National Asian/Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurship (National ACE) and Grubhub held a Small Business Roundtable in Chicago on April 10, 2025.
Mobility advocates oppose Mayor Lurie's decision on autonomous vehicles on Market Street
By B. B. Urness | Apr 20, 2025
Kid Safe SF, the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition, San Francisco Transit Riders, and Walk San Francisco have expressed strong opposition to Mayor Daniel Lurie's recent decision to allow autonomous vehicles, specifically Waymos, on Market Street.
Professional Risk Managers Board co-chair: 'Frivolous lawsuits have made homebuilding impossible in the state'
By A. K. Howerter | Apr 17, 2025
Richard Ellis, co-chair of the Board of Directors Committee of the Professional Risk Managers' International Association (PRMIA), said that California's housing crisis stems from political actions and stringent regulations rather than insufficient...
Payarc teams up with AWS to enhance AI-powered payment processing
By Flexible Work News | Apr 17, 2025
Payarc has announced a collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) in a move to enhance its payment processing operations through artificial intelligence and advanced analytics.
Amazon to webcast Q1 2025 financial results call on May 1
By Flexible Work News | Apr 17, 2025
Amazon.com, Inc. has announced that it will conduct a conference call on May 1, 2025, to discuss its financial results for the first quarter of the year.
Airbnb reveals 2025 cohort of preferred software partners
By Flexible Work News | Apr 16, 2025
Airbnb has announced its 2025 cohort of Preferred Software Partners, a group of 32 providers designated as either "Preferred" or "Preferred+" status.
Airbnb hosts boost Canada’s tax revenue with $328 million contribution in 2024
By Flexible Work News | Apr 16, 2025
In 2024, Canadian hosts on Airbnb played a notable role in supporting both local and federal government revenues by contributing over $328 million in taxes across the country.
Shipt welcomes fresh food organizations to LadderUp Accelerator Program cohort
By Flexible Work News | Apr 16, 2025
Shipt has announced the inclusion of 11 fresh food organizations in its third LadderUp Accelerator Program cohort.
AWS to support BLOX Markets' new Openpool trading platform for U.S. equities
By Flexible Work News | Apr 16, 2025
BLOX Markets has chosen Amazon Web Services (AWS) to provide the infrastructure for its Openpool trading venue, a new platform aimed at retail investors in the U.S. equities market.
Pew study finds the landscape of tipping has changed, but guidelines are unclear
By Aaron J. Bouchie | Apr 15, 2025
The Pew Research Center has released a survey revealing that most U.S. adults perceive an increase in the expectation of tipping across various services, though many express confusion over tipping guidelines.
Guide to hosting an enchanting Wicked-themed party with Peerspace venues
By Flexible Work News | Apr 15, 2025
Hosting a party with a "Wicked" theme offers a unique twist on a traditional celebration.
Instacart to announce first quarter 2025 financial results on May 1
By Flexible Work News | Apr 14, 2025
Instacart has announced that it will release its financial results for the first quarter of 2025 on May 1, after the market closes.
Debbie Allen highlights the power of dance at Amazon’s LAX22 location
By Flexible Work News | Apr 14, 2025
Amazon's LAX22 location recently hosted a panel discussion featuring prominent figures in the field of dance and entertainment.
AWS and Safran collaborate to boost digital transformation in aeronautics industry
By Flexible Work News | Apr 13, 2025
Amazon Web Services (AWS), part of Amazon.com, Inc., and Safran, a major player in the aeronautics, defense, and space industries, have unveiled a strategic collaboration.