Roblox has recently implemented a new workplace policy that requires remote employees to transition back to working from the company’s headquarters in San Mateo by next summer. Founder and CEO David Baszucki announced this change through an internal memo that was later shared as a blogpost. Employees now have the option to adhere to the …
In a remarkable display of virtue-signaling, Mayor Eric Adams and the Taxi and Limousine Commission have announced plans to require Uber and Lyft to completely transition their fleets to zero-emission or wheelchair-accessible vehicles by 2030. While this may seem like an admirable goal, the practicality and feasibility of such a mandate remain questionable. Under this …
Uber and Lyft have issued ultimatums to the city of Minneapolis, threatening to cease operations if Mayor Jacob Frey does not veto a new rule that would establish a minimum wage for rideshare drivers. The ordinance, which passed with a 7-5 vote by the Minneapolis City Council, would require drivers to be paid at least …
In a tragic incident in Washington, DC, a 31-year-old father of four who worked as a Lyft driver was fatally shot during a suspected botched robbery, according to the police. The victim, Nasrat Ahmad Yar, had a poignant backstory: he was originally from Afghanistan and had served as an interpreter for US troops before …
Once again, the Reddit community and I find ourselves pondering the same question: Why does riding in an Uber or Lyft make us feel nauseous? This viral thread perfectly captures the queasy phenomenon, proving that most of us haven’t had an original experience in our lives. Perhaps you’ve experienced this discomfort as well. It’s strange …
A recent ruling by a state appeals court in California has allowed app-based ride hailing and delivery companies like Uber and Lyft to continue treating their drivers as independent contractors. This means that they are not required to provide worker protections and benefits, such as paid sick leave and unemployment insurance, as mandated by other …