Uber stories - Page 5
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.
MYOB IT challenge - Victoria University #1
Tue, 5th Jul 2016
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biometrics
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financial systems
Victoria University clinches victory with innovative HR tech at NZ's MYOB IT Challenge, redefining employee data management and security.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Need speed? Now you can request an Uber motorcycle
Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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Uber passengers on Thailand have a new way to get around: as of Wednesday, the ride service has added motorcycles to its offerings in Bangkok.
Intergen eyes Auckland growth as it gets even closer to its partners
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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Intergen is on the move as the company eyes up increasing growth in the Auckland market and opens new offices to be closer to its key partners.
New carpool app launches, will Kiwis use it?
Fri, 19th Feb 2016
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The launch of the ride sharing app is convenient in the wake of the Auckland bus strike, as commuters are encouraged to find alternative transport.
Kiwi launches online tutoring portal
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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tutorly
New online portal, Tutorly, connects parents and students with local private tutors, aiming to simplify the process.
Uber partners with ASB Bank
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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ASB Visa cardholders to enjoy 15% off Uber rides in a savvy partnership deal aimed at cheaper commutes until July 2016.
Tech industry invests in sustainability, looks at creating a healthy future
Wed, 13th Jan 2016
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datacentre infrastructure
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iot
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power / energy
The consumer technology industry has a renewed focus on creating a healthier, more efficient future, and is looking at ways to advance sustainability.
It's a wrap: our best stories of the year
Fri, 18th Dec 2015
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As another year comes to an end and we all get ready to eat, drink and be merry, we take a look back at 2015 in all its glory.
How the collaborative economy is disrupting traditional business
Fri, 7th Aug 2015
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adobe
The digital age is disrupting the traditional business model and making trust the currency of the 21st century.
Uber eyes up Nokia's mapping service, forks out $3bn
Mon, 11th May 2015
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In a bold £2.4bn bid, Uber seeks control of Nokia's Here maps, eyeing autonomy from Google and fueling its driverless ambitions.
Zomato and Uber team up to target hungry app users
Tue, 28th Apr 2015
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zomato
Zomato and Uber's new tie-up offers seamless travel to eateries, enriching dining experiences for food lovers across 13 countries.
Another app sets to shake up taxi market
Fri, 17th Apr 2015
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zoomy
Zoomy, a novel taxi app, secures hefty funding to redefine ride-hailing in Australia and New Zealand, promising enhanced customer choice.
New Kiwi taxi app says it's better than Uber
Mon, 16th Feb 2015
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This past weekend an Auckland based company launched Cabchooze, a taxi app that provides low fixed fares for journeys beyond 10kms.
So what's the big deal with Uber, anyway?
Wed, 21st Jan 2015
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We take a look at Uber's short yet controversial history that has led to a Government review on how taxi and private hire services operate.
More outrage after Uber cashes in on Sydney hostage crisis
Tue, 16th Dec 2014
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Uber sparks fury as it quadruples fares in Sydney amidst a hostage crisis, prioritizing profits in a city's hour of need.