Uber is reviving its robotaxi dreams — with help from some former rivals

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Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi is ramping up Uber's robotaxi ambitions again.

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Woof! Lyft Launches Pet Rides to Celebrate National Dog Day

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Uber to Launch Robotaxi Service With GM’s Cruise in 2025

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Uber CEO says there's a potentially big problem with Elon Musk's Robotaxi idea

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Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has some doubts about Tesla's Robotaxi idea.

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Walz once faced a revolt from Uber and Lyft in Minnesota. Here's how he handled it.

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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks at a Biden-Harris campaign and DNC press conference on July 17, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The press conference was held to address Project 2025 and Republican policies on abortion

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The 3 worst things about being an Uber or Lyft driver

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Some Uber and Lyft drivers have concerns about declining earnings, safety, and wrongful deactivations.

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Lyft is pulling back on 'rideshare's most hated feature.' But it's the way of the future for many big companies.

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Lyft is rolling out a monthly subscription to cap ride prices for customers, addressing surge pricing.

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Lyft just upped the ante in its battle against Uber by taking aim at surge pricing

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Lyft riders will soon have a new option to avoid surge pricing.

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Uber Ads just became a $1 billion business — and it has plenty of room to grow

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Uber Ads is now a $1 billion business in terms of annual revenue run-rate.

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Meet the retirees driving for Uber and Lyft because Social Security isn't enough

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Many Uber and Lyft drivers in their retirement years are relying on income from rides and tips to supplement their Social Security.

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