Uber Freight acquires Transpace for $2.25B
Uber Freight, the logistics business spun out of Uber in 2018, has acquired Transplace for about $2.25 billion from private equity group TPG Capital, according to regulatory filings. The deal announced Thursday will involve $750 million in Uber stock.....»»
Toxic chemicals from Ohio train derailment lingered in buildings for months
New study offers lessons on how to better protect communities from disasters. Enlarge / This video screenshot released by the US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) shows the site of a derailed freight train in East Pale.....»»
Dragos acquires Network Perception to boost security in OT environments
Dragos announced the acquisition of Network Perception, makers of NP-View, a network visualization platform for OT networks. The acquisition will bolster the Dragos Platform with industry-leading OT network visibility along with compliance and segmen.....»»
Uber beats crash victims’ attempt to try case in court instead of arbitration
Couple said daughter agreed to terms update when ordering food via Uber Eats. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | NurPhoto) A married couple can't sue Uber over severe injuries they suffered in a 2022 car accident because of.....»»
Rogue WHOIS server gives researcher superpowers no one should ever have
.mobi top-level-domain managers changed the location of its WHOIS server. No one got the memo. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) It’s not every day that a security researcher acquires the ability to genera.....»»
Mosyle acquires asset management software provider Assetbots
Mosyle, a leader in Apple Device Management and Security, has officially acquired Assetbots, an up-and-coming asset management software provider. This strategic acquisition will allow Mosyle to expand its service offerings, providing comprehensive as.....»»
Fintech expert breaks down a disparity in lending to Uber drivers
Traditional prime auto lenders financed far fewer gig drivers than subprime lenders......»»
Maybe the most realistic Shot on iPhone video – stock app, no external lenses
When Apple and others share Shot on iPhone videos, they often stretch the definition of the term, using iPhones in rigs which include high-end external lenses, cinema dollies, uber-expensive lighting, and other kit that would make the results unachie.....»»
Uber was just hit with a massive $320 million fine. Here’s why
Uber allegedly violated GDPR guidelines and now faces a stiff fine from the Dutch Data Protection Agency......»»
Uber to bring robotaxis to its ridesharing app via Cruise deal
Ridesharing giant Uber and autonomous car specialist Cruise are teaming up to offer robotaxi rides in the near future......»»
Uber to bring robotaxis to its ridesharing app via Criuise deal
Ridesharing giant Uber and autonomous-car specialist Cruise are teaming up to offer robotaxi rides from as early as next year......»»
GM"s Cruise agrees to supply robotaxis for Uber rides
Once the multiyear partnership between Uber and Cruise begins, an Uber rider requesting a qualifying ride will have the option of choosing a Cruise autonomous vehicle......»»
What CISOs need to keep CEOs (and themselves) out of jail
Former Uber CISO Joe Sullivan, who was convicted for attempting to cover up a data breach Uber suffered in 2016, recently posited that in the very near future, CEOs might find themselves held directly responsible for cybersecurity breaches. Consideri.....»»
Uber Eats eats into Uber ridesharing
When Uber expanded into food delivery, the move was expected to bring additional revenue to the ridesharing company. It certainly did......»»
New imager acquires amplitude and phase information without digital processing
Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) have achieved a significant milestone in optical imaging technology. A new all-optical complex field imager has been developed, capable of capturing both amplitude and phase information.....»»
Freight train crushes car in Puyallup, police say, blocking rail crossings for hours
Freight train crushes car in Puyallup, police say, blocking rail crossings for hours.....»»
Megawatt charging solves long-haul trucking"s EV concerns
Charging networks are touting megawatt charging as a way to speed up charging times and boost purchases of battery-electric trucks for at least some parts of the freight industry......»»
Megawatt charging solve long-haul trucking"s EV concerns
Charging networks are touting megawatt charging as a way to speed up charging times and boost purchases of battery-electric trucks for at least some parts of the freight industry......»»
Uber surge pricing in effect all the time, say drivers; opaque pay
Uber surge pricing is supposed to be applied to especially busy times and places, when riders may prefer paying a substantial premium to not being able to get a ride at all. But drivers are claiming that Uber now effectively applies this pricing mode.....»»
ZT Corporate buys 4 Greenway Automotive stores
ZT Automotive is owned by ZT Corporate, a wealth management firm that acquires and operates dealerships......»»
The Volvo VNL, a heavy truck purpose-designed for North American roads
Blindspot cameras and radars, a more efficient engine, and lower-drag cab all help. Enlarge / America sends five times more freight by truck than rail, so it's important to start making those trucks more fuel efficient and safer......»»