Uber news today
Here are some of the latest Uber news updates:
Uber's Financial Results
- Uber reported a net loss of $5.5 billion in the fourth quarter of 2020, despite a 14% increase in revenue to $21.9 billion. (Source: CNBC)
- The company's revenue growth was driven by a 21% increase in ride-hailing bookings and a 25% increase in food delivery orders. (Source: Bloomberg)
New Features and Services
- Uber is testing a new feature called "Uber Comfort" in several cities, which offers passengers more legroom and quieter rides. (Source: The Verge)
- The company is also launching a new service called "Uber Freight", which allows businesses to book trucking services through the app. (Source: TechCrunch)
Regulatory Updates
- Uber has been granted a new license to operate in London, after a previous ban was lifted in November. (Source: BBC)
- The company is facing a new lawsuit in California, alleging that it misclassified drivers as independent contractors rather than employees. (Source: Reuters)
Other News
- Uber has partnered with the city of Los Angeles to launch a new program called "LA Express", which offers discounted rides to low-income residents. (Source: LA Times)
- The company is also expanding its electric bike rental service, JUMP, to several new cities in the US and Europe. (Source: Electrek)
I hope that helps!