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☆ A former Netflix and Uber exec's next move? Joining 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills'
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-23 | by ( Palmer Haasch | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Bozoma Saint John is joining the cast of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" season 14. Saint John is a former chief marketing officer for companies like Uber and Endeavor. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Or at least, that's the case for legendary marketing exec Bozoma "Boz" Saint John. Bravo announced on Wednesday that Saint John would join the cast of season 14 of "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" alongside returning cast members Garcelle Beauvais, Erika Jayne, Dorit Kemsley, Kyle Richards, and Sutton Stracke.

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☆ Many drivers for Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash are earning well below minimum wage, even with tips, a new paper finds
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-21 | by ( Noah Sheidlower | Jacob Zinkula | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

Advertisement"Pay for gig drivers rarely exceeds the employee-equivalent local minimum wage," the authors wrote. While two-thirds of DoorDash drivers and just under half of Uber Eats drivers had their incomes adjusted, just 5% of Uber drivers did. The average Lyft, Uber Eats, and DoorDash driver had hourly earnings of $24, $18, and $14, respectively. Over the past year, several gig drivers have told BI that their gigs are less profitable than they used to be. For example, Uber and Lyft drivers have said the ride-hailing giants are taking a larger cut of rider fares.

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☆ A GenX chef says he's weaning off food delivery apps like DoorDash and Uber Eats because of 2 big downsides. Here's what he's doing instead.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-21 | by ( Kelsey Vlamis | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

When the food-delivery apps like DoorDash, UberEats, and Grubhub came out, he signed up, like many restauranteurs. Food delivery apps have also come under scrutiny for charging customers high fees and underpaying drivers. He said one issue was quality control, adding that the food-delivery apps don't always do enough to vet drivers. AdvertisementMarciante uses Owner.com, a startup that has raised millions in funding to help restaurants ditch the food-delivery apps. The other food-delivery apps did not respond to requests for comments from BI.

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☆ Goldman's tech analyst gives his top picks from here after evaluating first-quarter earnings results
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-21 | by ( Samantha Subin | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Goldman's top technology analyst is laying out his best internet picks as the first-quarter earnings season wraps up. He added that Alphabet should benefit from signs of strong advertising demand as it recovers from overblown concerns regarding long-term search. Sheridan also expects Meta Platforms to benefit from similar ad trends and its AI potential. Beyond the megacap names, Sheridan highlighted Expedia as a stock that should benefit from the normalization of online travel toward pre-Covid levels. EXPE YTD mountain Shares this year Instacart is another internet stock poised to benefit in this changing consumer landscape, including consolidation toward fewer online services and platforms, according to Sheridan.

Persons: Eric Sheridan, Sheridan Organizations: Amazon, Web Service, Sheridan, CART, UBER

☆ Didi co-founder Liu steps down after decade at the helm of Chinese ride-hailing company
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-20 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Didi Global, the Chinese ride-hailing company, must face a lawsuit in a U.S. court claiming it defrauded investors by concealing and disobeying a Chinese government order to postpone its 2021 initial public offering until it resolved cybersecurity and privacy concerns. Didi Global 's co-founder Jean Liu has stepped down from her roles as president and board director of China's biggest ride-hailing firm to take on a new role, according to an internal company memo. Didi, which is seen as China's answer to Uber but has faced prolonged regulatory scrutiny, will no longer have a position of president, it said in the memo seen by Reuters. The company was penalized with a $1.2 billion fine in July 2022 over data security violations. Didi began to recover from its regulatory challenges in early 2023 when it received permission to relaunch its apps.

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☆ Why Jay Powell really wants to lower interest rates this September
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-20 | by ( Nicole Goodkind | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

It’s interesting to me that the equity market is cheering the idea that the Fed is going to be cutting rates. There tends to be a fine line between cutting rates and extending the economic cycle or cutting rates because the cycle is coming to an end (and the economy is softening). When the Fed is cutting rates, it’s cutting rates because a recession is about to happen, right? That’s why I say there’s a fine line between the Fed cutting to extend the cycle and the Fed cutting because a recession is about to happen. The Fed has been in this precarious space where they’re trying to avoid recession while lowering interest rates.

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☆ Meet WiFi Money: Wealthy Finance Influencers Who Infuriated Investors
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-19 | by ( Rob Price | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +26 min

The Texas couple were staring down more than $100,000 in debt, much of which they had poured into WiFi Money. Those who give their money to WiFi Money are often encouraged to sign up other people in return for a cut of their profits — and perhaps, one day, a chance to become part of the WiFi Money crew. As the money poured in, WiFi Money gained a patina of mainstream credibility. AdvertisementThrough WiFi Money, Moeller and Frederick had created a virtuous cycle of money and influence. The same month investors took WiFi Money to court over the stores, DBC announced it was closing down.

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☆ Minnesota lawmakers strike minimum pay deal for Uber, Lyft drivers
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-19 | by ( Eva Rothenberg | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

New York CNN —Minnesota government officials have struck a deal with rideshare companies Uber and Lyft to set minimum wage standards for drivers, lawmakers announced Saturday night. The rule was delayed after Lyft and Uber warned they would leave Minneapolis. State lawmakers have been focused on compromising with the companies before a July 1 deadline. Under the new agreement, the statewide minimum wage rate for rideshare drivers will be $1.28 per mile and $0.31 per minute. “We applaud the tens of thousands of riders & drivers who sent close to 100,000 emails to legislators — your voices were heard.

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☆ From Taylor Swift tickets to gasoline — these days everyone feels like they’re being price-gouged. Are they?
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-18 | by ( Elisabeth Buchwald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

Taylor Swift performs onstage during "Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour" at SoFi Stadium on August 09, 2023 in Inglewood, California. At the core of the increasingly common accusation of price gouging is the sense that the consumer is being exploited. Price gouging is in the eye of the bidderGavin Roberts, chair of Weber State University’s economics department and who studies the effect of anti-price gouging laws, said the laws themselves often don’t define what price gouging is. Corporations charging as much as they can, as painful as it may be for consumers, doesn’t mean they’re necessarily price gouging, said Roberts. Steven Suranovic, an economics professor at George Washington University who has also published research on price gouging, sees it differently.

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☆ I flew from LA to Paris to see Taylor Swift. I was only in the city for 48 hours but it was worth it and easier than I expected.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-18 | by ( Kelsey Vlamis | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

AdvertisementFlying nonstop from LA to Paris on Air France was a breezeI flew from LA to Paris on Thursday, May 9, and only had to take two days off work — not bad for a trip to Europe. Free wine on Air France with dinner and "Lord of the Rings" made the flight to Paris easy. AdvertisementParis was full of Taylor Swift fansThe scaffolding in the forefront of the photos is part of the Olympics set up. We took an Uber to La Defense Arena, located northwest of the city center and about 15 minutes from our hotel. When the countdown appeared on the screen for Swift, we went to our actual seats, which were right outside the lounge, stage left.

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☆ In Dubai, this English teacher ditched the 9 to 5 to lead treks across the desert
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-17 | by ( Leah Collins | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

A few years later she turned it into a business called UAE Trekkers, running weekend hikes while she continued teach English in the week. A lot of people don’t realize that there’s so much nature here – they’re blown away.”Amy Subaey, founder of UAE Trekkers. From this, UAE Trekkers developed a “student- centered” approach that caters to new hikers, from the classroom to the trails. UAE Trekkers’ hikes include a sunset trek across the Liwa desert in Abu Dhabi, a location used in “Dune Part Two.” UAETrekkers FZ LLCPlanning aheadBut even hikes aimed at beginners can require extensive planning. UAE Trekkers’ certified guides provide hikers with coaching on how to prepare for treks, what to bring and how to make the most of the experience.

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☆ Latest shipping data reveals that mid-range retail is the new consumer price sweet spot
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-17 | by ( Lori Ann Larocco | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

Almost 80% of current freight orders received for peak season are for mid-range price items, the survey shows. Similar to last year, respondents expect less consumer appetite for luxury and aspirational luxury items imported. The world's second-largest ocean freight company, Maersk, recently told CNBC it expected a "normal" peak season. "There's nothing that indicates that it would be a slower peak season or a bigger peak season," said Charles Van der Steene, president of Maersk North America, in a recent interview with CNBC. "We believe in normalized peak season.

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☆ Uber wants to conquer the suburbs and it's starting with Costco
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-16 | by ( Dominick Reuter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Uber is offering new perks for Costco lovers as it looks to expand into the suburbs. Members and non-members can now shop Costco on Uber Eats for delivery of groceries and more. AdvertisementAs Uber looks to expand its reach beyond cities, the company is forging an alliance with the veritable king of suburbia: Costco. The ride-hailing and delivery service on Wednesday announced a new partnership with the wholesale club that will bring Costco groceries and merchandise to customers via Uber Eats. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Persons: —, Dara Khosrowshahi Organizations: Costco, Uber, Service, CNBC, Wednesday, Business

☆ After 3 years in Thailand, I moved back to New York. It didn't feel like home anymore, so I took off again.
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-16 | by ( Elizabeth Lavis | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Read previewAs I tucked into a bowl of wisp-thin Thai rice noodles studded with bok choy and sprinkled with fried garlic, all I could do was wax poetic about Buffalo wings. My favorite basket always came from a local dive bar in Western New York, 15 miles from Niagara Falls. I missed reliable transportation, manageable bugs, the change of seasons, my friends and family, and the Great Lakes comfort food I'd been pining for. I even realized that my definition of comfort food had changed. AdvertisementWhen I left for Thailand almost a decade ago, I imagined that I'd be going back to my "real life" after six months.

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☆ How racing driverless cars is pushing autonomous technology
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-15 | by ( Amy Gunia | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

He’s been working on robotics since the 1980s, and he’s surprised by how quickly autonomous technology has advanced. He sees this in his day-to-day work at KUCARS, where researchers are working on everything from autonomous cars and drones to marine, agricultural, and manufacturing robotics. There have been other autonomous car races before, but A2RL’s was the first to include a race between four driverless cars, according to organizers. “But it was good to push the community.”Team Polimove competes during the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League. Pushing the technology to the edgeEfforts to set driverless cars loose on public roads have faced setbacks, especially as the result of collisions with unforeseen obstacles.

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☆ Uber announces shuttle rides, features for caregivers and Costco perks
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-15 | by ( Ashley Capoot | In | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Here are the key new offerings the company announced: Uber ShuttleZoom In Icon Arrows pointing outwards Review trip screen for Uber Shuttle Courtesy: UberRiders looking for a more affordable way to get to the airport, work and live events, such as sports games and concerts, can reserve seats on an Uber Shuttle. Uber said the shuttle services employ commercially licensed drivers, and users can tip and rate them directly within the Uber app. Costco on Uber EatsZoom In Icon Arrows pointing outwards Costco on Uber Eats Courtesy: UberUber said Costco will be available as an on-demand option within Uber Eats in select locations across the U.S. starting Wednesday. Costco members can enter their member numbers in the Uber Eats app and are eligible for 20% off of Uber One, the company's subscription membership. Uber One for StudentsZoom In Icon Arrows pointing outwards Uber One for Students Courtesy: Uber

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☆ Uber will now let you book a shuttle to the airport
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-15 | by ( Clare Duffy | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

New York CNN —Uber wants to make it cheaper to get a ride to the airport, concerts or sporting events. The rideshare company on Wednesday announced the launch of Uber Shuttle, an offering that will let users book up to five seats in a shuttle from a central location to an event or the airport – for less than the cost of a regular Uber ride. The cost of the shuttle rides won’t be affected by surge pricing, a common affliction when lots of people are looking for rides at the same time. Uber has previously rolled out early shuttle tests, including in India, and as an offering for corporate customers. Uber Shuttle will let riders book up to five seats in a shuttle to the airport or a concert or sporting event, for less than the cost of a regular Uber ride.

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☆ An AI agent may soon be at your beck and call, but it might cost you a bit of your privacy
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-15 | by ( Dan Defrancesco | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

In today's big story, we're looking at Google's big event that's pitching all the ways AI agents can make our lives easier . Google I/O, the tech giant's biggest developer conference, was heavy on the rise of so-called AI agents , writes Business Insider's Hugh Langley, who was there in person. AdvertisementGoogle's faithful, old search engine got a noticeable facelift with the help of AI , writes BI's Geoff Weiss. Steven Puetzer/Getty, Tyler Le/BIThe stakes for Google are high, as nailing AI agents opens up a massive business opportunity. For AI agents to be so intuitive, they'll need access to seemingly every aspect of our lives.

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☆ Uber to acquire Foodpanda's Taiwan business for $950 million, creating a potential monopoly
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-14 | by ( Sheila Chiang | In Sheilachiang | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

(Photo by Walid Berrazeg/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)Uber Technologies will acquire the Taiwan business of Delivery Hero -owned Foodpanda for $950 million in cash, as Foodpanda focuses on other markets. In a separate agreement, Delivery Hero will sell $300 million in newly issued ordinary shares to Uber. Taiwan's food delivery market is dominated by Foodpanda and Uber Eats. Delivery Hero said in February it had ended talks to sell its Foodpanda business in selected Southeast Asian markets. Östberg told CNBC the same month that the firm was "happy" to hold on to its Foodpanda business in Southeast Asia "forever."

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☆ Hackers really, really like trying to take over your food delivery apps
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-14 | by ( Alex Bitter | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewYour DoorDash or other food delivery apps are a prime target for hackers. One reason: food delivery apps use two-factor authentication — like those codes texted to you before you can log in — less often than other kinds, Sift found. Just 3.5% of log-ins on food delivery apps asked for that kind of verification, making it easier for hackers to get in. Related storiesHackers also target food delivery accounts since many customers only use them periodically — meaning they're less likely to notice if someone takes control. AdvertisementDo you work for DoorDash, Instacart, Uber Eats, or another gig delivery service and have a story idea to share?

Persons: —, Brittany Allen, Allen, fraudsters, Uber Organizations: Service, Business, Facebook, Walmart Locations: cryptocurrency

☆ Flutterwave: 2024 CNBC Disruptor 50
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-14 | by ( Cnbc.Com Staff | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Flutterwave is among a wave of startups using technology to fill in the gaps. Flutterwave's ideal customer is a business owner or enterprise seeking to scale operations across Africa and globally. The company expanded into India in September, partnering with IndusInd Bank to make remittances between India and Africa more efficient. Flutterwave also received 13 money transmission licenses in the U.S. in late 2023, expanding its reach to 29 states. The company works with companies such as Alibaba's Alipay, Uber, Netflix and others.

Persons: Flutterwave, Alipay Organizations: IndusInd Bank, Netflix Locations: Africa, India, U.S

☆ Trade Tracker: Jason Snipe buys more Uber
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-14 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailTrade Tracker: Jason Snipe buys more UberJason Snipe, Founder and CIO of Odyssey Capital Advisors joins CNBC’s “Halftime Report” to explain why he's buying more Uber here.

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☆ Jim Cramer checks in on the gig economy
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-13 | by ( Jim Cramer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailJim Cramer checks in on the gig economy'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer takes a closer look at gig economy companies including Uber, Lyft, Instacart, and DoorDash.

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☆ Until a few years ago gig companies did not have to care about profitability, says Jim Cramer
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-13 | by ( Jim Cramer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailUntil a few years ago gig companies did not have to care about profitability, says Jim Cramer'Mad Money' host Jim Cramer takes a closer look at gig economy companies including Uber, Lyft, Instacart, and DoorDash.

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