California woman was kicked out of an Uber on the freeway. Now the rideshare giant has been ordered to pay $40 million over her death

Uber abruptly exited Nigeria in 2026 without prior notice, leaving drivers and passengers stranded. The move, despite Uber's claims of advance communication, highlighted a disconnect between its public statements and user experience. Financial data showed Nigeria's contribution was minimal, at $146 million annually, compared to Uber's global bookings. Uber now focuses on markets with stronger infrastructure, while Nigerian drivers quickly adapted to competitors like Bolt and inDrive.

Uber agreed to invest $1.25 billion in Rivian, purchasing up to 50,000 autonomous R2 SUVs by 2031. The deal, announced in March 2026, includes an initial $300 million investment and is contingent on Rivian meeting autonomy milestones. Rivian, which has not yet turned a profit, aims to deliver 65,000-67,000 cars in 2026. The partnership is crucial for Uber's long-term profitability and Rivian's production scale.

Uber was ordered to pay $40 million to the parents of a 23-year-old woman who died after being left on a California freeway by her Uber driver in 2023. The arbitrator found both Uber and the driver jointly liable, rejecting Uber's argument based on California's Proposition 22. Uber plans to appeal, citing strengthened safety measures.

Uber has ceased operations in Nigeria, ending a 12-year presence. The shutdown, effective September 2, 2026, disrupts rides in Lagos and Abuja, leaving riders and drivers to seek alternatives. Uber cited a business review for the decision, while competitors like Bolt and inDrive may gain market share. The exit highlights challenges in balancing costs, competition, and regulations in a high-inflation market.

UK Parliament report warns of AI's human rights risks, calling for new regulations. Apple released iPhone 18 Pro models with A20 Pro chip, managing demand via pre-orders. Uber and Wayve launched autonomous taxis in London, following a small pilot.

Uber was ordered to pay $40 million to the family of Emily Normandin-Parker, who died after an Uber ride. The family rejected a $10 million settlement offer from Uber, which argued it shouldn't be liable as the driver was an independent contractor. Uber plans to appeal, citing safety improvements.