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Volvo sells Uber thousands of autonomous cars

Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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Volvo to supply Uber with tens of thousands of autonomous vehicle base models by 2021, enhancing their strategic tech-partnership for self-driving future.
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BREAKING: Uber tried to sweep data breach of 57m people under the rug

Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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In October last year hackers stole the personal data of 57 million customers and drivers from Uber and it has only just emerged now.
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Experts share their opinions on Uber breach - some supportive, some scathing

Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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A number of experts have come forward to share their opinions on the huge Uber breach affecting 57m people that was kept under wraps for a year.
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Exclusive interview: Microsoft on diversity, regulating NZ’s sharing economy & Uberisation

Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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In an exclusive interview, Microsoft's CTO Jennifer Byrne discusses regulating New Zealand's sharing economy, women at Microsoft, and the Uberisation of tech.
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Uber, Airbnb and the problem with South Africa's sharing economy

Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
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In September 2017, it was announced that Uber’s private hire licence as a ride-hauling app would not be renewed in London.
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Funny or misleading? Uber NZ’s attempt at comedy land them in the frying pan

Fri, 21st Jul 2017
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Uber NZ's comedic ad backfires, ASA deems it misleading, casting doubt on the rigour of driver checks amidst humour claims.
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LinkedIn’s 2017 Global Top Companies list - did you make the cut?

Mon, 19th Jun 2017
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Schneider Electric, a global organisation that specialises in energy management and automation, is one of the companies that made the list.
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Uber Central launch will let NZ companies manage Uber rides at scale

Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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Uber Central lets businesses request, manage, and pay for rides for other people, allowing organisations to manage multiple rides at the same time.
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Parents will be pleased with Uber's latest feature, teens not so much

Fri, 24th Mar 2017
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The transportation app is piloting a new programme that gives teens between the ages of 13 to 17 a way to use Uber.
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Kiwi carpooling app takes aim at Uber over Trump

Thu, 2nd Feb 2017
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New Zealand carpooling app Chariot urges locals to delete Uber app due to ride-hail company's alleged pro-Trump stance.
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Uber cuts commuting costs with new ride share option for Aucklanders

Mon, 19th Sep 2016
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Battling traffic is one of the biggest problems for commuters, and now Aucklanders can ride share just a little easier with Uber Driver Destinations.
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Google moves in on Uber's territory with ride sharing app

Tue, 6th Sep 2016
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Google aims to undercut Uber with the launch of Waze Carpool, a real-time ride-sharing app, focusing on community-driven travel.
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Driving development: Autonomous Uber rides could be coming soon, says Volvo

Mon, 22nd Aug 2016
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Uber and Volvo have bold plans to develop autonomous cars for their fleet, in a $411 million joint venture that will use AD and driverless tech.
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UberEATS its way into the food delivery market

Mon, 1st Aug 2016
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Uber revolutionises takeaway with UberEATS, serving up local restaurant fare at your door, now tantalising Sydney palates.
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MYOB IT challenge - Victoria University #1

Tue, 5th Jul 2016
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Victoria University clinches victory with innovative HR tech at NZ's MYOB IT Challenge, redefining employee data management and security.
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New technologies lead Govt to overhaul transport sector rules

Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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New Zealand overhauls transport rules to accommodate new technologies and streamline small passenger services.
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Uber prices drop in Auckland and Wellington

Fri, 22nd Apr 2016
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​Uber this week announced it will be dropping its prices in Auckland and Wellington, while at the same time upping cancellation fees in the capital.
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The secret to digital success? Don't get caught

Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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The ability to work in the grey areas of regulations is key to the success of organizations in a digital world, according to a colleague.
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Optus to give free Wi-Fi to Uber passengers

Wed, 30th Mar 2016
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Australian telco firm Optus has partnered with Uber to offer free Wi-Fi to passengers and introduce Uber as a business resource for employees.
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Christchurch, Uber has landed

Thu, 17th Mar 2016
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Uber rolls into Christchurch offering free rides, promising to shake up local transport and aid the city's rebuild.