Tag: Lyft
US, UK drivers of ride-sharing apps to strike on V-Day
Valentine’s Day this year will see many put to inconvenience in the US as drivers of ride-sharing platforms, Lyft and Uber will be on...
Wage theft costs Uber, Lyft $328 million
Ride-haling companies, Uber and Lyft, have had to pay a huge price for wage theft. The two firms were accused of charging their drivers...
After 1000 layoffs Lyft requires employees working from office
Lyft, the popular ride-hailing company, has asked its remaining employees to return to the office at least three days a week, following the recent...
Lyft and Clubhouse to layoff employees
Lyft, a ride-hailing company and a competitor of Uber, is planning to lay off 1,072 employees, equivalent to 26% of its workforce, as part...
Lyft and Deloitte to lay off employees
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Deloitte is set to lay off approximately 1,200 jobs, representing about 1.5 percent of its US workforce, according to internal employee emails cited by...
Uber & Lyft labour appeal the decision to the state SC
On 20 March, 2023, a California appeals court upheld a state law that permits companies like Uber and Lyft to classify their drivers as...
Lyft to reduce workforce by 13%
Nasdaq listed ride-hailing technology company Lyft Inc. has said that it will reduce its workforce by 13 per cent. This means around 683 people...
US Labour Department proposes to redefine the status of gig workers
The US Labour Department has proposed to redefine the status of gig workers or contract workers in the country. The move is expected to...
Uber to expand Bengaluru, Hyderabad tech & product teams by 250
Uber is on the lookout for sharp engineering talent in India that can help the Company come up with solutions for its mobility and...
Gig workers may be better protected in the US now
The rule that would have facilitated classifying gig workers as independent contractors rather than employees may soon be on its way out, if the...
US tech firms to give gig workers 15% pay in stocks
Uber, Lyft and DoorDash will offer equity compensation to their workers under the new Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC) proposal, which suggests paying 'temporary compensation'...
3,700 full-time jobs to be slashed at Uber
With the pandemic and related restrictions imposed by nations across the world, the demand for app-based rides fell drastically over the last couple of...
How this energy company is championing employee inclusivity & engagement
In today’s competitive business landscape, fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment is not just a feel-good initiative; it’s a strategic imperative. Jakson Green,...
Trident’s Asmita leaves blossom into inclusive workplaces
Forget the tired trope of corporate activism. In the heart of India's textile industry, Trident, a manufacturing company, is quietly weaving a revolution in...
Harness.io: Cultivating a talent powerhouse in the tech crucible
The tech scene, be it in India or San Francisco, is equally crucible, fiercely competitive and unforgiving. In both the landscapes, attracting and retaining...
Engagement is outdated: The future of success lies in ‘employee involvement’
In the ever-evolving landscape of the contemporary workplace, a profound metamorphosis is underway, challenging the conventional emphasis on employee engagement. This paradigm shift posits...
Freixenet to cut 80% roles
In a stark response to the relentless drought crippling Catalonia's Penedes region, Freixenet, the Spanish cava (wine) producer, unveils a drastic plan. The company...
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Why did Microsoft’s director-L&D lose his job?
Why does Jeff Bogdan’s status on LinkedIn say ‘#OpenToWork’? Well, Bogdan who was the director of learning and development (L&D) at Microsoft, has been...
Harleen Kaur takes on CHRO role at APEX Acreages
Harleen Kaur is CHRO, APEX Acreages with her appointment being implemented with effect from February 2024.
Singh brings to the table more than two decades...
Google trims workforce as economic uncertainty looms
Google is implementing layoffs in an effort to trim costs, with an undisclosed number of employees affected, reports Reuters. The layoffs are not widespread, and...
Pragya Misra first to be part of OpenAI team India
Pragya Misra is the first to be hired by OpenAI in India. She will reportedly help with establishing and maintaining government relations as OpenAI...
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