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Uber wins case: court does not automatically consider drivers to be employees

The Amsterdam Court of Appeal has rejected the claims of the FNV trade union in its long-running legal battle against Uber. This brings a temporary end to a case that has had a major impact on the position of thousands of drivers in the Netherlands for years. The...

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Blue license plates: smart rental formula makes emission-free taxis accessible

They immediately catch the eye on the streets of Amsterdam and Eindhoven: taxis with blue license plates. In the Netherlands, these plates may only be used by vehicles registered with the RDW in the name of a taxi operator or taxi company...

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Dara Khosrowshahi: AI will soon decide who wins the mobility battle

The global battle for power in the mobility sector is intensifying by the day. Major players such as Uber, Tesla, and Waymo are betting on autonomous vehicles, with the stakes being not only the technology, but also consumer confidence...

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The future of mobility takes shape: Uber and Nvidia join forces

Uber Technologies and NVIDIA have announced that they will collaborate on new technologies that support the development of autonomous vehicles based on artificial intelligence (AI).

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Damages: lawyers collect millions after mega settlement with Uber

American ride-hailing giant Uber has reached a settlement of $271.8 million (€167.61 million)...

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Fight for justice: Brussels taxis unite against Uber in collective action

Brussels taxi drivers demand justice after years of fighting Uber. In a ruling handed down...

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Safety concerns remain: Uber will not receive full license in London

Uber has once again been granted an operating license by Transport for London (TfL) to offer chauffeur-driven hire cars (Public Hire Vehicles, PHV) in London, but once again the license has not been granted for the full five years.

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FNV: Uber drivers sound the alarm about life-threatening app in Dordrecht

A group of Uber drivers from Dordrecht are sounding the alarm about what they describe as life-threatening conditions in which they are forced to work.

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AP: Uber receives record fine of 290 million for violating privacy rules

The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) has imposed a fine of no less than €290 million on taxi service Uber, the highest privacy fine ever imposed in the Netherlands.

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Taxi drivers call for dialogue: Uber ignores critical voices

Rotterdam taxi drivers carried out a targeted protest last week at an Uber event at the Feijenoord Stadium.

Uber in trouble: charged with industrial espionage in Australia

Uber in trouble: charged with industrial espionage in Australia

Surfcam was used to steal data from GoCatch drivers, including names and phone numbers, after which Uber actively approached these drivers without revealing how they had obtained this information.

New EU legislation breaks through bogus self-employment

New EU legislation breaks through bogus self-employment

The new rules concern, among other things, the use of algorithms for making important decisions about employment relationships.

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Taxi drivers win big with millions in damages claim against Uber

The core of the conflict revolved around the interpretation and enforcement of Brussels taxi regulations, specifically the regulations prohibiting the use of communication devices, such as smartphones, by LVC vehicles.

Tensions between Uber and TTO reach boiling point in Eindhoven

Tensions between Uber and TTO reach boiling point in Eindhoven

It is clear that there is a long way to go before there is complete acceptance and harmony between traditional taxis and services such as Uber.

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Uber Eats starts collaboration with Adecco for courier services

Uber Eats, the meal delivery platform, is breaking new ground in the Netherlands by partnering with employment agency Adecco.

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Court of Appeal sees Uber more as an employer but awaits Supreme Court for final ruling

The interim ruling appears to be favorable for the FNV trade union, with the court implicitly viewing Uber more as an employer than as a simple platform for self-employed workers.

Wallonia welcomes Uber: a leap forward or a pitfall?

Wallonia welcomes Uber: a leap forward or a pitfall?

Philippe Henry, the Walloon Minister of Mobility from the Ecolo party, welcomed the reform as an important step forward. Platforms such as Uber, Bolt, and Heetch now have access to Walloon roads.

Uber scores a symbolic victory, but many questions remain

Uber scores a symbolic victory, but many questions remain

A profit figure can temporarily distract attention. Uber's financial results last Tuesday have...

Via and Uber join forces to offer cost-efficient transportation

Via and Uber join forces to offer cost-efficient transportation

Via's approach revolves around maximizing cost-effectiveness while serving as many passengers as possible...

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Amsterdam Court of Appeal revisits conflict between FNV and Uber

The developments in this case follow earlier rulings in which judges have ruled that platform companies...

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Uber suspends Bo Young Lee over 'Don't Call Me Karen' events

Despite promises of reform, Uber's corporate culture continues to cause problems. A series of events aimed at...

Neelie Kroes completely distances herself from the statements made by Ligea Wells.

Neelie Kroes completely distances herself from the statements made by Ligea Wells.

Management assistant Ligea Wells feels used and abused by Uber. The former politician and administrator...

The new Uber app, simpler and more personalized for customers

The new Uber app, simpler and more personalized for customers

According to Uber, the release will go to "tens of millions" of customers in 1,200 cities across the...

Amsterdam taxi driver remains on collision course with Uber

Amsterdam taxi driver remains on collision course with Uber

Taxi drivers are essentially demanding things that any self-respecting company should provide for its employees...

Labor court ordered Uber to pay millions

Labor court ordered Uber to pay millions

Uber is surprised by this decision. Not surprising, but a logical application of case law according to...

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Uber has lost its way, drivers protest in Amsterdam

Uber must be accessible and must not block drivers. Uber drivers came back...

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Declaration of applicability of collective labor agreement not unlawful vis-à-vis Uber

The court, like the preliminary relief judge in The Hague, is of the opinion that the claims are not admissible...

No special tax treatment for Uber

No special tax treatment for Uber

Uber's hopes and expectations of receiving preferential tax treatment have not been fulfilled.

The secret of the metro and bright blue taxis in Qatar

The secret of the metro and bright blue taxis in Qatar

Fares are subject to increased prices during peak hours. When you arrive at Hamad International Airport...

Super Pumped: Uber's rollercoaster ride and scandals

Super Pumped: Uber's rollercoaster ride and scandals

Travis Kalanick wanted to make an outrageous amount of money by taking over the global taxi market. When...

Socialist union will assist Uber drivers

Socialist union will assist Uber drivers

BTB and Uber sign historic deal for thousands of drivers. The Belgian transport union ABVV-BTB and Uber...

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