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Business News

Avoid Chatty Drivers With Uber Black 'Quiet Mode'

If you use Uber, but don't want to have a conversation with your driver, you can request a quiet drive.

Business News

15 Companies That Jeff Bezos Has Invested in

See where Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has invested his money.

Thought Leaders

Uber Stock Tumbles After IPO, Leading to Disappointing First Day as Public Company

The ride-sharing company was valued at over $82 billion on its first day of trading.

Business News

Uber Is Going Public at a $75.5 Billion Valuation. Here's How That Stacks Up.

Uber's valuation is approaching the level of General Motors and Ford combined, but still has a long way to go to catch Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos' net worth.

Business News

Uber Drivers Are Sleeping in Their Cars to Make Enough Money. Now, They're Going on Strike.

The strikes come ahead of Uber's initial public offering, which one union leader said promised to be an 'orgy of greed.'

Thought Leaders

10 Business Ideas to Make Easy Money and Change the World

If problems are opportunities to sell solutions, this world is very rich with opportunities.

News and Trends

Beyond India: Facebook Follows Google & Alexa's Got Some Serious Issues

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Entrepreneurs

Careem's Exit Is A Great Moment For MENA VC, But The Ecosystem Still Has Gaps

While we all applaud Careem's recent announcement, I hope that big acquisitions don't distract us from the work that still needs to be done to improve our venture capital and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

News and Trends

"The UAE Has Come Of Age In Terms Of Tech Prowess" - Muna Al Gurg, The Only Emirati Investor In Careem, On The Company's Acquisition By Uber

As the only individual Emirati shareholder in Careem, Al Gurg, who's the Director of Retail at Easa Al Gurg Group, has been hailed for her role in enabling the creation of the Middle East's biggest ever tech success story.

Finance

How Japan's Largest Online Retailer Became Richer By $990 Million After Lyft's IPO

The biggest ride-hail service in the US, after Uber, priced its initial public offering at $72 per share, with a $24 billion valuation

News and Trends

Ola All Set to Bring Autos in the Land of Royals

Now even the Brits can get a joy ride in "Tuk Tuk"; all thanks to Ola!

News and Trends

Why Uber is Buying its Middle East Rival Careem for $3.1 Billion

The move has come after Uber recorded heavy losses last year ahead of its plans for an initial public offering

News and Trends

A Milestone For the MENA Startup Ecosystem: Uber Acquires Careem For US$3.1 Billion

The deal will see Careem becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of Uber, though Careem will continue to operate independently under the leadership of current CEO and co-founder Mudassir Sheikha.

Fundraising

5 Quick-Thinking Solutions That Saved Durable Businesses

No matter how well you plan or how far ahead you think, unexpected expenses and market shifts will catch you out. Then thinking on your feet alone will determine whether your company survives.

Finance

Can South Korean Carmaker Hyundai's Investment Help Ola Beat Uber?

In a strategic partnership, Hyundai Motorcorp and Kia Motors invest $300 million in the Indian ride-hailing company