Uber
Uber loses $891 million - and that's an improvement
Uber has lost $US891 million in its second quarter - a massive improvement on its $US1.1 billion loss a year earlier.
Auckland in the running for a flying taxi service
Uber is looking for city outside of the U.S. with significant traffic congestion to launch "urban aerial ridesharing" uberAIR. One of the considerations is finding a city that needs to improve its… Audio
Jeremy Heimans: the power of new power
Jeremy Heimans is the co-author, with Henry Timms, of a book called "New Power" . He says Harvey Weinstein is a typical example of old power and the #metoo movement is an example of new power. Heimans… Audio
The new taxi industry
We look at the new taxi service to rival Uber, Zoomy now has more than 80,000 app downloads and more than 2000 drivers, but can it become profitable? Audio
Uber drivers protest over low pay & company's profits
Uber drivers say they've left steady jobs to start driving, being lured in by promises of flexible working hours and a decent income, but in some cases they've ended up making less than minimum wage. Audio
Uber Drivers take a day off to highlight low pay
Industrial action wad being taken by some Uber drivers today over low pay and conditions. Kathryn Ryan talks to Sher Abid from the Rideshare Drivers Network - which is a group representing drivers… Audio
Uber to launch in Dunedin and Queenstown
Controversial and popular ride-sharing service Uber will launch in Dunedin and Queenstown in May. Ian Telfer asked locals if they'll embrace the transport revolution. Audio
Uber suspends self-driving car tests after death
A female pedestrian was killed in Arizona. It's the first fatality caused by an autonomous car and could deal a big blow to the burgeoning industry. Video, Audio
Uber halts self-driving car tests after death
Uber is suspending self-driving car tests in all US and Canadian cities after a woman in Arizona was struck by a car and killed.
Bits+Bytes: iPhone battery refund?
The latest tech news and your questions answered with Peter Griffin. This week, the latest in the Apple iPhone throttling saga: could it be about to offer refunds for repair costs to the millions of… Audio
Bits+Bytes: Uber, Apple and VR/AR
Bits+Bytes with Peter Griffin and the latest from the world of technology. This week a decision in Europe means that Uber will be treated as a transport not a technology company by regulators. We look… Audio
Uber is officially a cab firm: court
The European Union's top court has ruled that Uber provides a transport service and can be regulated like traditional taxis.
Simon Morton - Undercover Uber
What's it really like to be an Uber driver? RNZ's Simon Morton went undercover to find out. He talks to Kim Hill about becoming a driver, what he earned, picking up passengers – and passengers trying… Audio
My month as an Uber driver
Simon Morton took a dive into the world of the gig economy for a month and discovered first-hand just what it's like to drive for Uber. He reports from the front line.
Uber delayed notifying of breach for year - Privacy Commissioner
The Privacy Commissioner is considering investigating Uber for breaching its New Zealand customers' privacy, and says the delay in notifying the public was unacceptable.
Leon Sterling: why tech developers need to get emotional
Professor Leon Sterling says software developers need to take into account our emotional reactions when we use technology - but seem reluctant to. Sterling says if developers thought more about users'… Audio
Uber's taxi tax
Uber doesn't pay much tax. Would using Uber taxis be ethical for a government? Audio
NZ's first Uber airport deal angers taxi boss
A taxi company boss is outraged Wellington airport has put out the welcome to Uber drivers.
Uber airport agreement angers taxi drivers
In a first of its kind in New Zealand, Uber drivers will soon have a dedicated area to pick up passengers at Wellington Airport. Uber drivers will be charged drop off and pick up fees. But while the… Audio
Wellington Airport opened up for Uber users
Wellington Airport will be the first airport in New Zealand to welcome Uber drivers, with a dedicated pick-up area available at the airport from Friday.
