Tesla promises paid robotaxis next year, but significant hurdles remain
Elon Musk said the electric vehicle maker will roll out driverless ride-hailing services to the public in California and Texas next year.
Thu Oct 24 2024
China's drivers fret as robotaxis pick up pace - and passengers
Ride-hailing and taxi drivers face job loss threats from AI as thousands of robotaxis begin operating on Chinese streets.
Fri Aug 09 2024
Shanghai to lock down in two stages for testing as COVID cases spike
Public transport, including ride-hailing services, in the areas concerned will be suspended during the lockdown period.
Mon Mar 28 2022
Sexual harassment in the ride-hailing industry
Does the ride-hailing industry have a sexual harassment problem?
Thu Jan 28 2021
China to test sovereign digital currency on ride hailing giant Didi
China's central bank set up a research team six years ago to explore the possibility of launching its own digital currency
Wed Jul 08 2020
Would Gojek kind-alike service be really safe here?
If ride-hailing services like Gojek are serious about being ridden for a living, the government has to be precise on regulating future riders who really want to be in the business.
Wed Aug 21 2019
Grab commits US$100 million to expand in Myanmar
The ride-hailing firm wants to launch its payments platform, GrabPay, and build a local team of up to 200.
Fri Aug 25 2017
China's JD.com invests in Indonesia's Go-Jek amid Southeast Asia push - Sources
Go-Jek has apparently raised about US$100 million from JD.com.
Fri Aug 25 2017
Smart tips to prevent from 'being taken on joyride' in Uber and Grab
In light of the recent rape and molest cases involving two ride-hailing apps services, it is important to know the dos and donts before hopping onto a strangers car.
Wed Jun 14 2017
Grab shows it's more than just a ride-hailing platform
Grab, Southeast Asia's leading technology company recorded three fold of growth last year to 45 million downloads and up to 2.5 million daily rides.
Wed Jun 07 2017
Uber posts $708 million loss, finance head leaves: Wall Street Journal
Uber Technologies Inc's head of finance is leaving as the ride-hailing company reported continued big losses for the first quarter, the Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday.
Thu Jun 01 2017
Uber and Careem banned from airport pickups in Saudi Arabia
Drivers from ride-hailing services Uber and Careem are barred from picking up passengers from Saudi Arabia's airports.
Thu Mar 02 2017
Govt yet to finalise banning on Dego Ride - Nancy Shukri
Although the motorcycle ride-hailing service was seen as an innovative approach in the public transport industry, an in-depth study about it should be done before any decision could be made.
Mon Feb 20 2017
Competition from Grab, Uber should not be reason for cabbies to quit
The existense of ride-hailing services such as Uber and Grab should not be used as reason for the taxi driver to resign.
Wed Oct 12 2016
Ride-hailing firm Grab pulls gory Indonesia advertisement
Grab has withdrawn an advertisement in Indonesia after the video's portrayal of a woman covered in blood sparked an online furore and drew comparisons with a zombie movie.
Wed Sep 21 2016
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024