The Trump administration made it easier for businesses to classify workers as independent contractors, a victory for gig-economy companies such as food-delivery and ride-sharing services and a counter to a California law that did the opposite. The Labor Department in a final rule released on Wednesday would make it more difficult for a gig worker,… Continue reading Gig-Economy Companies Get Worker Flexibility from Trump Administration
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Uber Eyes 2021 for Food-Delivery Drones Launch
Uber Technologies Inc. envisions taking to the skies with a fleet of food-delivery drones in as little as three years, an ambitious timeline for a ride-hailing company that would face numerous technical challenges and regulatory hurdles. The San Francisco company is seeking an operations executive who can help make delivery drones functional as soon as… Continue reading Uber Eyes 2021 for Food-Delivery Drones Launch