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Rideshare Drivers Demand Fair Pay, Treatment in NYC Protest

Uber and Lyft drivers demand fair pay and better treatment amid rising expenses and alleged violations of minimum wage rules.

Robotaxis could slowly be coming for Uber and Lyft drivers' earnings

Competition from driverless taxis may significantly reduce earning potential for Uber and Lyft drivers in the coming years, creating financial challenges.

Data Shows Uber Lockouts Make Major Impact on City's Rideshare Drivers

Uber and Lyft drivers in NYC are facing ongoing app lockouts, severely affecting their ability to work and earn income.

Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash have finally won the Prop 22 gig worker battle

California Supreme Court upholds Proposition 22, allowing Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash drivers to remain independent contractors.

Tesla's Robotaxi is set to bring new competition to Uber and Lyft

Tesla's Robotaxi event may significantly disrupt the ride-hailing industry, challenging Uber and Lyft.

Uber, Lyft pour $850,000 into 'misleading' campaign against funding SF's Muni

Uber and Lyft are fighting Proposition L with significant funding to avoid a new tax on ride-hailing.

Rideshare Drivers Demand Fair Pay, Treatment in NYC Protest

Uber and Lyft drivers demand fair pay and better treatment amid rising expenses and alleged violations of minimum wage rules.

Robotaxis could slowly be coming for Uber and Lyft drivers' earnings

Competition from driverless taxis may significantly reduce earning potential for Uber and Lyft drivers in the coming years, creating financial challenges.

Data Shows Uber Lockouts Make Major Impact on City's Rideshare Drivers

Uber and Lyft drivers in NYC are facing ongoing app lockouts, severely affecting their ability to work and earn income.

Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash have finally won the Prop 22 gig worker battle

California Supreme Court upholds Proposition 22, allowing Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash drivers to remain independent contractors.

Tesla's Robotaxi is set to bring new competition to Uber and Lyft

Tesla's Robotaxi event may significantly disrupt the ride-hailing industry, challenging Uber and Lyft.

Uber, Lyft pour $850,000 into 'misleading' campaign against funding SF's Muni

Uber and Lyft are fighting Proposition L with significant funding to avoid a new tax on ride-hailing.
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#congestion-pricing

Citi Bike costs jump again after summer price hike - and owner Lyft's push for NYC congestion pricing

Lyft's Citi Bike rates have been raised again, following congestion pricing implementation, marking a continued pattern of annual price increases.

Lyft will credit NYC riders for congestion fee throughout January | TechCrunch

Lyft will offset New York City's congestion pricing fee for January with credits for riders.

Lyft Will Reimburse All Congestion Fees Accrued During Rides This January

MTA's congestion pricing starts January 5, 2025, imposing daily fees for entering Manhattan, affecting rideshare costs.
Lyft offers a $1.50 credit to riders facing the new congestion fee, making rides more affordable in January.

Citi Bike costs jump again after summer price hike - and owner Lyft's push for NYC congestion pricing

Lyft's Citi Bike rates have been raised again, following congestion pricing implementation, marking a continued pattern of annual price increases.

Lyft will credit NYC riders for congestion fee throughout January | TechCrunch

Lyft will offset New York City's congestion pricing fee for January with credits for riders.

Lyft Will Reimburse All Congestion Fees Accrued During Rides This January

MTA's congestion pricing starts January 5, 2025, imposing daily fees for entering Manhattan, affecting rideshare costs.
Lyft offers a $1.50 credit to riders facing the new congestion fee, making rides more affordable in January.
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Latest line: A good week for water managers, a bad week for shoplifters

The Sierra Nevada snowpack and reservoir levels suggest a favorable summer water outlook.
Proposition 36 introduces harsher penalties for retail theft, affecting law enforcement approaches.
Lyft adapts to remote work by significantly reducing its office space in San Francisco.
#transportation

Why Lyft's CEO says 'it would be insane' not to go all in on bikeshare | TechCrunch

Lyft is prioritizing micromobility by integrating bike and scooter operations, focusing on e-bikes which saw a 65% increase in usage year-over-year.

Lyft to 'open up a can of whoop ass' on surge pricing | TechCrunch

Lyft introduces Price Lock feature to address surge pricing inconsistencies.

Lyft partners with May Mobility, Mobileye to bring autonomous vehicles to the app | TechCrunch

Lyft is establishing partnerships to secure a position in the autonomous vehicle market, aiming to compete with Uber's extensive AV collaborations.

Are you planning to vote in person? Get a 50% off Lyft to the polls on Election Day - here's how

Lyft's Voting Access Program aims to ensure equal access to polling places with discounts for rides to mitigate transportation barriers, especially for marginalized communities.

Need a Lyft to vote? You can get 50% off a ride to the polls on Election Day - here's how

Lyft launches Voting Access Program to ensure easier transportation for voters, aiming to combat barriers created by fewer polling places and voter suppression laws.

Lyft Hikes Citi Bike Fees For Third Time Since Start of 2024 - Streetsblog New York City

Citi Bike's e-bike pricing increases reflect inflation and operational costs, despite ongoing user backlash.

Why Lyft's CEO says 'it would be insane' not to go all in on bikeshare | TechCrunch

Lyft is prioritizing micromobility by integrating bike and scooter operations, focusing on e-bikes which saw a 65% increase in usage year-over-year.

Lyft to 'open up a can of whoop ass' on surge pricing | TechCrunch

Lyft introduces Price Lock feature to address surge pricing inconsistencies.

Lyft partners with May Mobility, Mobileye to bring autonomous vehicles to the app | TechCrunch

Lyft is establishing partnerships to secure a position in the autonomous vehicle market, aiming to compete with Uber's extensive AV collaborations.

Are you planning to vote in person? Get a 50% off Lyft to the polls on Election Day - here's how

Lyft's Voting Access Program aims to ensure equal access to polling places with discounts for rides to mitigate transportation barriers, especially for marginalized communities.

Need a Lyft to vote? You can get 50% off a ride to the polls on Election Day - here's how

Lyft launches Voting Access Program to ensure easier transportation for voters, aiming to combat barriers created by fewer polling places and voter suppression laws.

Lyft Hikes Citi Bike Fees For Third Time Since Start of 2024 - Streetsblog New York City

Citi Bike's e-bike pricing increases reflect inflation and operational costs, despite ongoing user backlash.
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#san-francisco

Lyft says San Francisco overcharged it $100 million in taxes | TechCrunch

Lyft is suing San Francisco over $100 million in taxes due to a misclassification of driver income as company revenue.

SF overcharged tech company about $100M in taxes, lawsuit alleges

Lyft is suing San Francisco for $100 million in tax refunds, claiming overtaxation based on incorrect revenue assessment from 2019 to 2023.

Lyft Sues San Francisco Over Alleged $100M Tax Overcharge

Lyft is suing San Francisco for $100 million in overcharged taxes, claiming distorted tax methodology exaggerates their gross receipts.

Lyft has sued San Francisco, accusing it of overcharging $100 million in taxes

Lyft claims San Francisco overcharged it $100 million in taxes by miscalculating its taxable revenue based on passenger payments instead of driver fees.

Lyft says San Francisco overcharged it $100 million in taxes | TechCrunch

Lyft is suing San Francisco over $100 million in taxes due to a misclassification of driver income as company revenue.

SF overcharged tech company about $100M in taxes, lawsuit alleges

Lyft is suing San Francisco for $100 million in tax refunds, claiming overtaxation based on incorrect revenue assessment from 2019 to 2023.

Lyft Sues San Francisco Over Alleged $100M Tax Overcharge

Lyft is suing San Francisco for $100 million in overcharged taxes, claiming distorted tax methodology exaggerates their gross receipts.

Lyft has sued San Francisco, accusing it of overcharging $100 million in taxes

Lyft claims San Francisco overcharged it $100 million in taxes by miscalculating its taxable revenue based on passenger payments instead of driver fees.
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#gig-economy

Lyft lured drivers with false claims about pay, FTC says. Company will pay $2.1 million

Lyft misled drivers about earnings, resulting in a $2.1 million penalty for false advertising.

Lyft is piloting a savings account program for drivers in Utah (exclusive)

Lyft is introducing a program offering drivers savings contributions to promote flexibility and benefits, signaling a shift in gig worker compensation.

Lyft lured drivers with false claims about pay, FTC says. Company will pay $2.1 million

Lyft misled drivers about earnings, resulting in a $2.1 million penalty for false advertising.

Lyft is piloting a savings account program for drivers in Utah (exclusive)

Lyft is introducing a program offering drivers savings contributions to promote flexibility and benefits, signaling a shift in gig worker compensation.
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Lyft is bringing rider verification to the entire nation

Lyft's driver verification program is expanding nationally to enhance rider safety.
#driver-earnings

FTC hits Lyft with $2.1M penalty for luring drivers with false earnings claims | TechCrunch

Lyft agreed to a $2.1 million settlement for deceptive earnings claims misleading drivers about expected income.

FTC takes action against Lyft for misleading earnings claims

Lyft faces serious allegations of misleading advertising related to driver earnings, potentially influencing the livelihoods of many drivers.

Lyft fined for duping would-be drivers over potential pay

Lyft misrepresented potential driver earnings in advertisements, leading to legal action and a fine for misleading claims about hourly pay.

FTC hits Lyft with $2.1M penalty for luring drivers with false earnings claims | TechCrunch

Lyft agreed to a $2.1 million settlement for deceptive earnings claims misleading drivers about expected income.

FTC takes action against Lyft for misleading earnings claims

Lyft faces serious allegations of misleading advertising related to driver earnings, potentially influencing the livelihoods of many drivers.

Lyft fined for duping would-be drivers over potential pay

Lyft misrepresented potential driver earnings in advertisements, leading to legal action and a fine for misleading claims about hourly pay.
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#autonomous-vehicles

Lyft is partnering with Mobileye and introducing more autonomous vehicles in 2025

Lyft is partnering with three autonomous vehicle companies to integrate AV technology into its platform starting in 2025.

Lyft is also partnering with robotaxi companies

Lyft is collaborating with autonomous driving firms to enhance its competitiveness against Uber in the AV space.

Lyft is partnering with Mobileye and introducing more autonomous vehicles in 2025

Lyft is partnering with three autonomous vehicle companies to integrate AV technology into its platform starting in 2025.

Lyft is also partnering with robotaxi companies

Lyft is collaborating with autonomous driving firms to enhance its competitiveness against Uber in the AV space.
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#legal-proceedings

Lyft Driver Accused of Punching Jewish Rider at SFO Gets Acquitted of Hate Crime Charges

A Lyft driver was acquitted of federal hate crime charges despite punching a Jewish passenger, raising questions about the burden of proof in hate crime cases.

Woman falls asleep in Lyft and wakes up to driver sexually assaulting her, CA cops say

Accusations of sexual assault against a Lyft driver emerged when a passenger fell asleep and woke up to inappropriate touching.
Lyft took swift action by permanently banning the driver, offering support to the passenger, and cooperating with law enforcement for investigation.

Lyft Driver Accused of Punching Jewish Rider at SFO Gets Acquitted of Hate Crime Charges

A Lyft driver was acquitted of federal hate crime charges despite punching a Jewish passenger, raising questions about the burden of proof in hate crime cases.

Woman falls asleep in Lyft and wakes up to driver sexually assaulting her, CA cops say

Accusations of sexual assault against a Lyft driver emerged when a passenger fell asleep and woke up to inappropriate touching.
Lyft took swift action by permanently banning the driver, offering support to the passenger, and cooperating with law enforcement for investigation.
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Alaska Rolls Out New Promos to Earn Bonus Miles - What to Know

Alaska Airlines offers limited-time promotions allowing easier earning of Mileage Plan miles, including Lyft rides and discounted mile purchases.
#voting-access

Lyft is giving voters 50% off rides for Election Day - how to get the discount

Lyft is launching its Voting Access Program to ensure transportation does not hinder Americans from voting.

'Roll To The Polls' With Up To 50% Off Lyft Rides On Election Day

Lyft offers discounted rides to the polls on Election Day to promote voter access and participation.

Lyft is giving voters 50% off rides for Election Day - how to get the discount

Lyft is launching its Voting Access Program to ensure transportation does not hinder Americans from voting.

'Roll To The Polls' With Up To 50% Off Lyft Rides On Election Day

Lyft offers discounted rides to the polls on Election Day to promote voter access and participation.
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Uber and Lyft use lockout loophole to avoid paying drivers

Uber and Lyft exploit loopholes to avoid paying minimum wage to drivers in New York through frequent lockouts.

After allegedly shooting three people, an Alameda man ordered a Lyft. It led to his arrest on attempted murder charges

A suspect in a triple shooting used a Lyft to escape the crime scene, leading to his arrest.
The victims' refusal to identify the shooter hindered the investigation significantly.
#ride-sharing

Watch: Lyft wants to combat surge pricing

Lyft is testing a Price Lock feature to cap prices on specific routes at certain times by paying a monthly fee, aimed at reducing surge pricing pain.

Lyft promises upfront hourly rates and traffic delay pay for its drivers

Lyft is implementing new earnings improvements to address driver frustrations and enhance pay equity.

Watch: Lyft wants to combat surge pricing

Lyft is testing a Price Lock feature to cap prices on specific routes at certain times by paying a monthly fee, aimed at reducing surge pricing pain.

Lyft promises upfront hourly rates and traffic delay pay for its drivers

Lyft is implementing new earnings improvements to address driver frustrations and enhance pay equity.
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#advertising

As Lyft's Media Network Matures, It's Adding More Measurement Into The Mix | AdExchanger

Lyft's media network has significantly expanded its advertising capabilities and partnerships in the last two years, targeting new industries like retail and QSR.

Lyft deepens ad-targeting, measurement bench as in-app video launches

Lyft partners with Oracle and Nielsen to enhance ad targeting and measurement
Lyft hires Brian Irving from Meta as CMO to boost advertising revenue

Lyft inks deal with Nielsen to measure in-app ads By Reuters

Nielsen and Lyft signed an agreement for ad measurement.
Lyft's advertising arm works with big clients like Starbucks and DoorDash.

As Lyft's Media Network Matures, It's Adding More Measurement Into The Mix | AdExchanger

Lyft's media network has significantly expanded its advertising capabilities and partnerships in the last two years, targeting new industries like retail and QSR.

Lyft deepens ad-targeting, measurement bench as in-app video launches

Lyft partners with Oracle and Nielsen to enhance ad targeting and measurement
Lyft hires Brian Irving from Meta as CMO to boost advertising revenue

Lyft inks deal with Nielsen to measure in-app ads By Reuters

Nielsen and Lyft signed an agreement for ad measurement.
Lyft's advertising arm works with big clients like Starbucks and DoorDash.
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Lyft Promotes Best Practices for Collaborative Protocol Buffers Design

Lyft emphasizes collaborative protocol design using Protocol Buffers to enhance knowledge sharing and development efficiency.
#restructuring

Lyft announces layoffs, will restructure its bike and scooter business

Lyft is restructuring its micromobility division, aiming to cut costs and strengthen its urban mobility vision.

Lyft Laying Off More Staff, Scaling Back Bike and Scooter Division

Lyft is restructuring its bike and scooter division to enhance profitability, leading to layoffs and a shift in focus towards urban solutions.

Lyft announces layoffs, will restructure its bike and scooter business

Lyft is restructuring its micromobility division, aiming to cut costs and strengthen its urban mobility vision.

Lyft Laying Off More Staff, Scaling Back Bike and Scooter Division

Lyft is restructuring its bike and scooter division to enhance profitability, leading to layoffs and a shift in focus towards urban solutions.
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Lyft to lay off employees as it gets rid of some bikes and scooters

Lyft is laying off 1% of its workforce to focus on its core product offerings and discontinue certain bike and scooter operations.
#rideshare

Lyft's new feature will limit the cost of rides, even during peak hours

Lyft's Price Lock program caps ride prices for commuters, enhancing budget predictability at a $3 monthly fee.

Lyft is testing a new rider verification safety measure

Lyft is testing a rider verification system to enhance driver safety and trust.

These are the U.S. cities with the best commutes

Lyft's Commuter Report highlights disparities in commuting experiences among Americans, focusing on key factors like time, cost, environmental sustainability, and urban vibrancy.

Lyft's new feature will limit the cost of rides, even during peak hours

Lyft's Price Lock program caps ride prices for commuters, enhancing budget predictability at a $3 monthly fee.

Lyft is testing a new rider verification safety measure

Lyft is testing a rider verification system to enhance driver safety and trust.

These are the U.S. cities with the best commutes

Lyft's Commuter Report highlights disparities in commuting experiences among Americans, focusing on key factors like time, cost, environmental sustainability, and urban vibrancy.
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#price-lock

Lyft just upped the ante in its battle against Uber by taking aim at surge pricing

Lyft introduces Price Lock to combat surge pricing for commuter convenience.

Lyft is pulling back on 'rideshare's most hated feature.' But it's the way of the future for many big companies.

Lyft is introducing a monthly subscription feature, Price Lock, to cap prices for frequent riders and address surge pricing.

Lyft's new price lock feature caps the cost of rides, even during peak hours

Lyft introduces a price lock feature to stabilize ride costs for daily commuters, but details on its operation are vague.

Lyft just upped the ante in its battle against Uber by taking aim at surge pricing

Lyft introduces Price Lock to combat surge pricing for commuter convenience.

Lyft is pulling back on 'rideshare's most hated feature.' But it's the way of the future for many big companies.

Lyft is introducing a monthly subscription feature, Price Lock, to cap prices for frequent riders and address surge pricing.

Lyft's new price lock feature caps the cost of rides, even during peak hours

Lyft introduces a price lock feature to stabilize ride costs for daily commuters, but details on its operation are vague.
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Wednesday's Headlines: Bumbling On About Bike-Share Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Adams may pursue public subsidies for Citi Bike expansion after Lyft increased rates.
#ridesharing

Lyft Is Making It Easier to Travel with Pets - What to Know

Lyft's new Pet Rides feature enables pet owners to easily travel with their pets for an additional fee, enhancing inclusivity for animal lovers.

Lyft's feature that matches women and nonbinary riders and drivers now available nationwide

Lyft is expanding Women Plus Connect to all US cities, an in-app feature that matches women and nonbinary drivers with riders of the same gender.
Over 2.4 million riders have activated Women Plus Connect since its launch, with nearly half of eligible drivers opting to use the feature.

Lyft Is Making It Easier to Travel with Pets - What to Know

Lyft's new Pet Rides feature enables pet owners to easily travel with their pets for an additional fee, enhancing inclusivity for animal lovers.

Lyft's feature that matches women and nonbinary riders and drivers now available nationwide

Lyft is expanding Women Plus Connect to all US cities, an in-app feature that matches women and nonbinary drivers with riders of the same gender.
Over 2.4 million riders have activated Women Plus Connect since its launch, with nearly half of eligible drivers opting to use the feature.
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Inside Lyft's Glow: How IoT Architecture Is Driving Smarter Ride Experiences

Lyft's Glow emblem enhances IoT scalability and security with robust architecture, enabling effective device management in real-time across markets.

Lyft thinks its new Price Lock feature can be an antidote to surge pricing

Lyft is testing a new subscription-based feature called Price Lock to combat surge pricing.

Lyft forecasts strong quarterly earnings driven by ride-hailing demand and new features

Lyft projects higher-than-expected gross bookings and core profit for the current quarter, driven by robust demand and cost-cutting measures.

Lyft Ropes In Nielsen For Advertising Insights - Lyft (NASDAQ:LYFT)

Lyft partners with Nielsen for in-app advertisement measurement
Leveraging Nielsen data to enhance Lyft Media advertising analytics
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