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Yemen government strikes power-sharing deal with southern rebels
The deal would see the secessionist Southern Transitional Council handed a number of ministries, and the government return to the southern city of Aden
Netflix looking at 'consumer-friendly ways' to limit password sharing
The company is monitoring it but says it doesn't have any big plans yet
Samar poll officials probe congratulatory poster for Tans in canvassing area
The poster placed on a wall of the canvassing area congratulates 3 members of the Tan family for 'winning' in their respective local races even before the canvassing process can be completed
Uber stock set to launch at $45 a share
Shares will be priced at $45 for the initial public offering (IPO), valuing the startup at more than $82 billion, according to a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission
Rideshare drivers strike as Uber poised to go public
Strikes taking place on May 8 highlight a dilemma for rideshare firms, which have faced challenges from regulators and traditional taxi operators for using a business model relying on independent contractors
Uber steers toward blockbuster IPO as road looks rocky
Uber's IPO could result in a valuation close to $100 billion – an impressive figure but below some earlier estimates
7 Airbnb safety tips
Essential advice to keep your Airbnb stay as secure as possible
Startup launches helicopter ride-sharing service
Tech startup Ascent offers ride-sharing in the skies
Facebook allowed Netflix, Spotify to access private user messages
(UPDATED) A 'New York Times' report details the data-sharing partnerships Facebook has had with other companies
Uber filed paperwork for IPO, says report
The move, as reported by the Wall Street Journal, comes a day after Lyft launched the process to take the company public with a stock offering
[OPINION] Preserving indigenous knowledge in disaster recovery
Keeping indigenous knowledge systems, practices, and beliefs alive will allow communities of smallholder farmers to maintain their culture and the balance in their ecosystem without sacrificing their livelihood
Uber wants to overturn UK ruling that drivers are employees
About 40,000 Uber drivers in the UK will not get the national minimum wage and paid holiday time if Uber succeeds in overturning the ruling
Uber, Lyft implement monthly subscription plans in U.S.
The ride-sharing rivals try to lower monthly travel costs for passengers with a new subscription model
Exercise, recipe videos coming to a Grab ride near you
(UPDATED) Soon, Grab riders will be able to watch people in motion and yummy dishes while enduring the traffic
Tesla shares drop amid exec resignations, Musk smoking marijuana video
'I mean, it's legal, right?' Musk says, before taking a puff at a show shot in California where recreational marijuana use is legal
Tech shares fall after congress grilling
'When major companies testify in front of the Congress it's never a good thing' for their stock price, says a financial analyst
New York mayor signs into law new crackdown on Airbnb
The US financial capital is the latest in a long line of cities to put Airbnb in its crosshairs amidst a global backlash against 'sharing economy' startups disrupting traditional industries.
[OPINION] A different Marawi encounter
I cried during the tour. The spiritual atmosphere was just so heavy. War is truly ugly and painful. It brings no good thing.
Grab ‘superapp’ update rolling out by Q3 this year
Grab users will no longer be greeted by the booking screen map with an update that completely overhauls the app’s home screen
Grab insists P2-per-minute charge 'legal'
After the LTFRB imposed a P10-million fine on Grab Philippines, the company says it is studying all legal options
LTFRB fines Grab for P10M over P2-per-minute charge
Grab Philippines is also ordered to reimburse commuters through rebates, although it can still appeal the LTFRB decision
Facebook deals with Huawei draw ire from U.S. lawmakers
Facebook counters, saying its deal with phone makers – which also includes other Chinese firms Lenovo, OPPO, and TCL – placed tight limits on what could be done with data
Fed-up Spanish cities are bursting Airbnb's bubble
Complaints abound in Spain that greedy landlords are throwing out long-term tenants to cash in on the tourist flow
Japan's new 'Airbnb law': a double-edged sword
Short-term rentals will be legalized in Japan on June 15 under the new law, but there will also be fresh restrictions
NGO-led crowdfunding app seeks to aid in disaster response
SAFER, the country's first locally-led crowdfunding app, provides quick relief and response to disasters and emergencies
Grab plans to impose fee on riders who cancel trips
The ride-hailing company plans to begin charging passengers for trip cancellations within the next 100 days. The amount is still undetermined.
Mining firm files administrative, criminal complaints vs Palawan town mayor
'All cases filed by INC are SLAPP suits intended to harass me in my pursuit to protect the environment and enforce environmental laws,' says Brooke's Point Mayor Jean Feliciano in response to the complaints filed by Ipilan Nickel Corporation
'We need better options': Grab PH users dissatisfied with driver cancellations
The current dissatisfaction has metamorphosed into an actual Facebook group called 'GrabPH Complaints,' where users are sharing their sentiments and stories
Better for Uber to stop operations on April 8 – LTFRB
'Their apps might be up but is the back system in place? Is the full support in place?' LTFRB Board Member Aileen Lizada says following the Philippine Competition Commission order for Uber and Grab to continue separate operations pending a review of their deal
PCC releases interim measures pending review of Grab-Uber deal
'This virtual monopolization of the market by Grab can harm the riding public,' says Philippine Competition Commission Chairman Arsenio Balisacan, as the country's antitrust body conducts an in-depth review of the deal
Bring in Indonesia's Go-Jek to compete with Grab in PH – lawmaker
Makati Representative Luis Campos Jr also says lawmakers are counting on the Philippine Competition Commission to go over the Uber-Grab deal
[OPINION] How the looming Grab monopoly will impact on Filipino commuters
With Uber out of the way, Grab now enjoys monopoly status in many Southeast Asian countries such as the Philippines. This loss of competition will almost surely mean fewer choices, higher fares, and lousier service for Pinoy commuters.
As Uber gives up Philippine operations to Grab, what now for commuters?
'Obviously, it is not good. From a duopoly, it becomes a monopoly,' warns an economist
Uber drivers in Southeast Asia moving to Grab in 2 weeks
(UPDATED) Uber's operations in Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, will only be available until April 8, following the sale to Grab
Ride-hailing firm Grab buys Uber's Southeast Asia operations
(3rd UPDATE) Singapore-based Grab is taking over the ride-sharing and food delivery operations of Uber in the region, with the California-based company to receive a 27.5% stake in the business in return
Ayala Land boosts stake in Prime Orion, positions it as industrial estate arm
The P3 billion share swap deal will increase Ayala Land’s stake in Prime Orion to 63.90% from 54.91%. It will also fold Laguna Technopark Incorporated into Prime Orion.
Uber selling Southeast Asia operations to Grab – report
Reports say the deal will also give Uber a 20% to 30% stake in Grab
Uber loss leapt to $4.5B in 2017 as final quarter showed hope
The losses grow from the $2.8 billion it lost in 2016
Should LGUs regulate habal-habal, motorcycle ride-sharing apps?
A technical working group is formed to deliberate on possible amendments to the law to make way for the services provided by apps like Angkas and GrabBike
Uber caps driver hours to 10 in Britain
After 10 hours of driving, drivers will not be able to log on to the app. They are required to take an uninterrupted 6-hour break to be able to log in again
10 civic actions in 2017 that can move PH in 2018
MovePH, Rappler’s civic engagement arm, hopes that the social impact of these efforts it initiated or supported in 2017 will fuel sustained action that will transform courage into action in 2018
Uber, DPWH join forces for better traffic planning
The ride-hailing company will share traffic data with the government to help analyze how infrastructure projects affect traffic
Rappler readers share how they really feel about Manila traffic and parking issues
Traffic has not only affected our personal schedules, but also takes time away to spend with loved ones. This Rappler-led survey digs deeper into how traffic changes our lives every single day
Court blocks Uber ride-sharing in Israel
The Tel Aviv district court judge's injunction ordering the services to stop from Wednesday comes after a court challenge from a taxi drivers' union and a separate ride-hailing app
Rappler Talk: Atom Araullo shares #GiftofHope to Marawi, Rohingya evacuees
MovePH's Voltaire Tupaz speaks to multi-awarded journalist and UNHCR advocate Atom Araullo on Rappler Talk on Saturday, November 25, at 2 pm
With emojis, hugot phrases, even Hangul, people shared how traffic made them feel
On Friday, November 17, Uber screened their Boxes film live along 5th Avenue, BGC – and invited passers-by to share their thoughts on traffic in Manila
Embattled Toshiba to boost capital by $5.3-B share issuance
The Japanese conglomerate will issue 2.28 billion new shares to raise a total of 600 billion yen ($5.3 billion)
Uber gives green light for sale of stake to Japan's SoftBank
(UPDATED) 'We've entered into an agreement with a consortium led by SoftBank and Dragoneer on a potential investment,' a company statement says
CONVERSATION: How can we help solve parking and traffic problems in the city?
Congestion is an issue that affects motorists, commuters, and everyone who needs to move around Metro Manila. Read on what people have to say about the metro's traffic and parking issues
Unlocking better opportunities in our cities
When we free up our roads and parking spaces, we create room for progress – and more breathing space for our lives
