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The unexpected perks of Lyft and Uber’s random encounters

Ridesharing apps have helped subtly change the way we interact.

On May 11, 2016 by Selena Larson

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The silver lining behind Austin’s ride-hailing standoff

Austin can still lead the way in the future of ride-hailing.

On May 11, 2016 by Joe Deshotel

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Inside the campaign that makes you think twice about getting in an Uber

Do you know who's driving you?

On May 10, 2016 by Amrita Khalid

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The inside story of Uber and Lyft’s failure in Austin

Despite more than $8 million in funding, the ride-hailing companies failed to win a pivotal ballot measure.

On May 9, 2016 by Ramon Ramirez

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Can a smartphone app save the taxi industry from Uber?

Hansu Kim has bet the future of his taxi company on the app Flywheel—and he wants others to do the same.

On May 9, 2016 by Aaron Sankin

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Uber and Lyft to halt operations in Austin following Prop. 1 defeat

'That shows a real lack of respect for their drivers.'

On May 8, 2016 by Samantha Grasso

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How Airbnb, Uber, and Lyft rank on privacy protections

How transparency about user privacy helps keep the government honest.

On May 6, 2016 by Aaron Sankin

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Uber faces class-action lawsuit over text campaign supporting Austin ballot measure

'It is absurd to imagine that Uber paid individual, living persons...'

On May 6, 2016 by Samantha Grasso

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Austin taxi and pedicab drivers rally against Uber, Lyft

Prop. 1 opponents try to get out the vote.

On May 4, 2016 by Nia Wesley

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Uber reportedly plans to kill surge pricing

The company would rely on predictive data instead.

On May 3, 2016 by Selena Larson

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Yet another woman comes forward to report sexual harassment from an Uber driver

She was given a $30 voucher, drivers are given preventive 'coaching opportunities.'

On Apr 29, 2016 by Lyz Lenz

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‘Friday Night Lights’ star Taylor Kitsch endorses Uber and Lyft

Let's see if this move drives their message home.

On Apr 28, 2016 by Molly Stier

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Uber’s class-action settlement means drivers will remain freelance

It's big win for the company's business model.

On Apr 22, 2016 by Selena Larson

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Uber employee says company has no plans to leave Austin

'Rest assured, Uber will not leave Austin.'

On Apr 21, 2016 by Samantha Grasso

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With Austin election nearing, Uber and Lyft debate heats up

Forum on proposed safety regulations seeks to inform Texas voters.

On Apr 17, 2016 by Nia Wesley