Beam Scoots Straight In To Kuala Lumpur But Will It Find A Place Among Commuters - and Lawmakers?
E-scooter sharing service startup Beam aims to address the missing link to making your last mile hassle free. We speak to VP of Corporate Affairs Christopher Hilton.
Wed Jun 05 2019
Valerie Chan: PICKnGo Way To Go
Taxi-hailing app PICKnGO, Executive Director Valerie Chan speaks to Cynthia Ng on how the company aims to help taxi drivers improve their services and image.
Tue Dec 04 2018
Uber CEO says company failed to disclose massive breach in 2016
Discovery of the company's handling of the incident led to the departure of two employees who led Uber's response to the incident.
Tue Nov 21 2017
Tax increases shouldn't clip the wings of Gen-Y
Millennials are more than just a tech-savvy and ride-sharing generation. They are mobile, opting for experiences like travel over possessions. Is this true? Shamil Norshidi, writes.
Mon Oct 16 2017
Uber is sued over lack of wheelchair-accessible cars in NYC
Uber Technologies Inc was sued on Tuesday by disability rights groups and wheelchair users accusing the ride-sharing company of violating New York City human rights laws
Wed Jul 19 2017
Uber says will suspend operations in Macau
Ride-sharing company Uber Technologies Inc said on Monday it will suspend operations in the former Portuguese territory of Macau from July 22
Mon Jul 17 2017
Under pressure Uber CEO Travis Kalanick resigns
The news is on the back of the ride-sharing firm being hit with a series of scandals, controversies, and accusations of illegal activities in recent months.
Wed Jun 21 2017
Apple CEO visits China bike-sharing start-up ofo
Apple Inc chief executive Tim Cook paid a visit to Chinese bike-sharing company ofo on Tuesday, as the country's ride-sharing start-ups fight aggressively for investor dollars and market share.
Tue Mar 21 2017
California shuts down Uber's self-driving cars shortly after launch
California shut down Uber's testing of self-driving cars shortly after the ride-sharing service launched its pilot in San Francisco.
Thu Dec 15 2016
Smart regulations on ride-sharing will boost innovations - Uber
Smart regulations on ride-sharing businesses will boost innovations and economics, says Uber Technologies, Inc.
Sat Dec 10 2016
Liow asks SPAD to help expedite amending laws to monitor Uber, Grabcar
He said that laws had to be amended for the government to regulate the ride-sharing apps to ensure no discrepancy between the services and taxis.
Tue Nov 15 2016
Uber loses UK legal battle over drivers' rights
They were supported by the GMB union, who said the decision could have "major" implications for around 30,000 drivers across England and Wales.
Sat Oct 29 2016
RM400 rebate for Proton Iriz ride-sharing drivers to benefit B40
PROTON Holdings Bhd (Proton) said it was the first time the company was offering a rebate in collaboration with ride-sharing companies.
Sat Oct 22 2016
Ford plans self-driving car for ride share fleets in 2021
Ford Motor Co plans to offer a fully automated driverless vehicle for commercial ride-sharing in 2021.
Wed Aug 17 2016
Grab's Singapore-JB paid car-pooling services do not comply with regulations - LTA
Grab is currently running a free pilot programme for their Singapore-Johor Bahru service, however, and LTA noted that such free cross-border car-pool rides are legal.
Tue Jun 21 2016
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Abidin takes oath of office as Sungai Bakap assemblyman
The State Assemblyman for Sungai Bakap, Abidin Ismail, was sworn in today at the State Assembly building, Lebuh Light.
Fri Nov 22 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024