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Uber Policy Manager on Oregon driver bill: ‘These rates far outpace the rideshare models’

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

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

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

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

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'

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.


Uber Advertising partners with Instacart for CPG ads in US

Uber Advertising has announced a new partnership with Instacart to leverage the Carrot Ads solution in the United States.


Instacart and Dierbergs introduce same-day delivery and Carrot Tags integration

Instacart and Dierbergs Markets have announced a partnership to offer same-day delivery services across Greater St. Louis and the Lake of the Ozarks.


Uber Advertising partners with Instacart to extend CPG ads in the United States

Uber Advertising has announced a new partnership with Instacart to utilize their Carrot Ads solution in the United States.