Online food ordering and delivery platform launched by Uber in 2014
Uber is moving to acquire Delivery Hero, with Delivery Hero selling 14 markets to SSW Partners and both sides eyeing a deal valued well above €36 per share. The acquisition would expand Uber Eats across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Latin America, while drawing regulatory scrutiny and potential competition concerns.
A wave of updates across Uber, Waymo, Baidu, and others is redefining autonomous-vehicle deployment in major markets. Partnerships are shifting, apps are expanding beyond rides, and regulators are sharpening standards. The evolving ecosystem is accelerating, with major players preparing for broader rollout in 2028 and beyond.
Uber has offered €41.50 per Delivery Hero share in a deal valuing the company at $14.8 billion. The all-stock transaction would expand Uber Eats across 99 countries and increase the overlap with its ride-hailing business. Regulators will scrutinize competition; 14 markets will be divested to SSW Partners to satisfy antitrust concerns. The deal is expected to close in H2 2027.
The Brazilian UFC veteran has not fought since last August due to a shoulder injury. She is delivering meals and helping a friend with a landscaping project while training to return to competition. She has started a grass installation test at a friend’s house to diversify income if needed.
The civil complaint from New York Attorney General Letitia James’ office accuses Amazon of creating a delivery service partner network that suppresses driver wages and worsens working conditions through unchecked control over contractors. The case underscores ongoing scrutiny of Amazon’s last‑mile model and potential moves in New York City to require direct employment of DSP drivers.
The Fair Work Commission has issued a minimum standards order for on-demand gig workers, set to take effect on 17 August. Workers will receive a guaranteed minimum hourly rate (between A$31.30 and A$32 depending on vehicle type) for engaged time, plus required personal accident insurance and maintained third-party cover by platforms. The move, praised by the TWU, Uber Eats, and DoorDash, expands protections for hundreds of thousands of gig workers.
At TIFF 2026, studios are bypassing fall festivals while markets expand. Major releases skip screenings, while the market and Red Sea Fund-backed projects push Toronto as a hub for sales and international partnerships. TIFF’s evolving role mirrors a broader shift in how studios reach audiences and win awards amid a crowded fall slate.
Walmart has announced a broader push into restaurant delivery, starting with Dunkin’ products from its stores via Walmart Restaurant Delivery and expanding to thousands of Dunkin’ locations. Separately, Walmart is launching 30-minute Papa John’s deliveries through its app in select markets, scaling to more locations in coming weeks.
A federal class-action suit accuses Amazon of denying basic pregnancy-related accommodations, including bathroom breaks and sitting, violating the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. Amazon says it approves the vast majority of accommodations and points to ongoing enforcement actions by the EEOC; the case involves several plaintiffs in New York and across the United States.
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DoorDash is expanding nationwide Costco delivery in the U.S., joining Uber Eats in extending grocery delivery networks. The move follows DoorDash’s existing partnerships in Puerto Rico and Australia and comes as Costco membership drives delivery uptake. Uber Eats is extending its Costco delivery to nearly 600 locations, while Instacart and Amazon face intensified competition in the grocery space.
DoorDash has agreed to pay $131.5 million to settle a New York City inquiry into how it pays delivery workers. The deal covers about 264,000 Dashers, with most payments under $50 and a median around $48. The city says the payout also resolves questions about on-call time and wage calculations, while the company will submit monthly pay-data to the city for three years.
DoorDash is beta-testing a texting-based ordering assistant in the United States, allowing users to text orders, reorders, and menu items. The feature integrates with existing Ask DoorDash tools and can suggest items or send restaurant photos. A waitlist for US users has been opened while competitors expand in AI-powered delivery.
DoorDash has formalized partnerships with Macy’s, Anthropologie, The North Face, Vans and Timberland to list products on its U.S. site with delivery in under an hour. Macy’s return service will be available for a flat $7.99, with nationwide rollout planned for November. The move follows recent retail ties with Gap, Costco, Barnes & Noble and Kohl’s, as Uber Eats expands retail delivery too.