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In this solo episode, I recap the latest 5 Things (good vibes in DEI) in just 15 minutes. This week I shared about boardroom shakeup, flag-ban hackery, Lyft's silver glow-up, Adidas's inclusive kicks, and more!Here are this week's good vibes:Boardroom Monopoly BreaksCities Outsmart Flag Bans with PrideLyft Silver: Aging in StyleLush Goes Sensory-Friendly, All Are WelcomeKicks Tailored for Every BodyGood Vibes to Go: In the spirit of sharing what brings me joy, watch Atsuko Okatsuka's comedy special The Intruder on MAX before her next special debuts in a few weeks. Read the Stories.Subscribe to the 5 Things newsletter.Watch the show on YouTube. Join thousands of readers by subscribing to the 5 Things newsletter. Enjoy some good vibes in DEI every Saturday morning. https://5thingsdei.com/

Picture a sneaky, slinky shadow darting through the African savanna, a nocturnal ninja with a knack for nabbing prime real estate on the move. This crafty critter isn't just scampering through the grass—it's catching rides on the biggest beasts around, like a furry freeloader hitching a lift on a living tank. With a face like […]

Many people are utilizing ride-sharing apps as a method for commuting these days. However, that can be difficult if you work on a military base. As you can imagine, security protocols can make it hard for someone to drive up to one and ask if they can just drop someone off. The Army though is trying to find a workaround. A new pilot program is testing out methods to get certain drivers credentialed to make such drop offs. I learned more about it from Col. Mike Burns, Director of Public Affairs for US Army Forces Command who is in charge of the pilot. He was joined by Col. Chris Church, who is Provost Marshal for Army Forces Command. You'll hear from Col. Burns first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Many people are utilizing ride-sharing apps as a method for commuting these days. However, that can be difficult if you work on a military base. As you can imagine, security protocols can make it hard for someone to drive up to one and ask if they can just drop someone off. The Army though is trying to find a workaround. A new pilot program is testing out methods to get certain drivers credentialed to make such drop offs. I learned more about it from Col. Mike Burns, Director of Public Affairs for US Army Forces Command who is in charge of the pilot. He was joined by Col. Chris Church, who is Provost Marshal for Army Forces Command. You'll hear from Col. Burns first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There has been a buildout of platforms for various marketplace sectors in the past 15 years, though ridesharing essentially remains a duopoly. Lyft's CEO David Risher talks to Bloomberg Intelligence's senior tech analyst Mandeep Singh about the ridesharing marketplace in this episode of Tech Disruptors. David also discusses the company's positioning in the autonomous-vehicle segment and his views on the technology, alliances and challenges involved in scaled adoption.

Eine junge Studentin steigt nachts in ein Auto, das sie für ihren Uber-Fahrer hält. Doch es ist der falsche Wagen. Was folgt, ist ein schockierender Kriminalfall, der die USA erschüttert und Fragen zur Sicherheit von Ridesharing aufwirft. Solltet ihr mich unterstützen wollen oder einfach Interesse daran haben den Fall visuell aufbereitet zu sehen, schaut einfach hier vorbei: https://www.youtube.com/insolito Ansonsten könnt ihr mich natürlich auch gerne bei Instagram abonnieren: https://www.instagram.com/insolito_yt/ Ich wünsche euch einen schönen Morgen, Mittag oder Abend

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In this episode of The Straight Shift, The Car Chick explores the world of limousines with 30 year transportation industry veteran, Jonce Gibson from Bayside Limousines. They discuss how limousines are made, the current costs associated with them, and the types of events for which people typically rent limousines. They also cover important considerations when choosing a limousine service, planning for a successful experience, safety regulations, the impact of ride-sharing services, and etiquette for passengers. The episode concludes with memorable experiences from the limousine business, including encounters with famous passengers. TakeawaysLimousines are often made by cutting and stretching regular vehicles.Weddings and corporate events are common reasons for renting limousines.Choosing a reputable limousine service is crucial for a good experience.Planning ahead can reduce stress on important days like weddings.Safety regulations for limousines have become stricter over the years.Ride-sharing services have changed the landscape of transportation.Limousine etiquette is important for a pleasant experience.You can view a full list of resources and episode transcripts here. Connect with LeeAnn: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Work with LeeAnn: Course: The No BS Guide to Buying a Car Car Buying Service Copyright ©2024 Women's Automotive Solutions Inc., dba The Car Chick. All rights reserved.

On this episode of Bounced From The Roadhouse:Special Guests in 4B: RiaJelly Roll GoalsMethane FurnaceStupid CriminalCandy Cane EtiquetteWould you RatherChristmas ShoppingMadonna Still GoingChristmas Light RecyclingDronesChild Ride SharingQuestions? Comments? Leave us a message! 605-343-6161Don't forget to subscribe, leave us a review and some stars Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The incoming Trump administration and Elon Musk's role in it could be a new catalyst in the equation of how robotaxis will impact ridesharing. Lyft and Uber over the last few months have been on a dealmaking frenzy, most of them centered around autonomous driving. But now that Elon Musk's influence is growing, that push could become more urgent – and tie-ups could go from partnerships to all-out consolidation. 

There's suggestions that public servants should be allowed to use Uber and other rideshare services over taxis to save money. ACT has written to new Public Service Commissioner Sir Brian Roche - calling for more ways to improve value-for-money. ACT MP Todd Stephenson says there are inconsistent rules across the public sector - and everyone should be allowed to expense a rideshare service if needed. "We're not making people do it, but saying - yes, you're allowed to use a rideshare service like Uber." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lots of guests on this show as Greg talks to- Jil McIntosh of Driving.ca she talks about her experience as a former taxicab driver and her criticisms of Ride Sharing programs in light of driverless, automated cabs-  Jay Goldberg of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation and the effects of governments giving taxpayer money to corporations and how that affects the population- Dean Langan and Gavin Wiggins, the makers of "DieSlo" Sauces, which put a much healthier spin on sauce. Go to diesel.xyz and use promo code GETWILD25 to get 25% off your purchase!Sent from my iPhone

Today on the show Steven and Shaun fight a number of breaking news stories including news of a new iPad Mini, a major new partnership between Be My Eyes and Hilton hotels, and the launch of Android 15.First up the guys praise the work of the National Federation of the Blind in the USA on their protest outside the offices of Uber and Lyft on Tuesday (15th October) campaigning for the companies to stop discrimination against blind people who are often refused access to taxi services due to having a guide dog.Also there's much discussion of the new iPad Mini just announced by Apple on Tuesday (15th October) featuring a similar design to the previous edition from three years ago, but with a faster A17 Pro processor and faster WIFI and better storage options.The main story today however focuses on the continuing work Be My Eyes is doing to improve accessibility. A new partnership between Be My Eyes and Hilton has just been announced meaning that the hotel group will now offer customer support pre-booking and in-stay at their range of hotels via the Be My Eyes app, plus they will utilise the company's AI offering to make the hotel experience more accessible to blind people. CEO of Be My Eyes Mike Buckley and Senior Director of Accessibility at Hilton, Nicole Bergstom, join Shaun Preece to share the exciting news.Get in touch with Double Tap by emailing us feedback@doubletaponair.com or by call 1-877-803-4567 and leave us a voicemail. You can also now contact us via Whatsapp on 1-613-481-0144 or visit doubletaponair.com/whatsapp to connect. We are also across social media including X, Mastodon and Facebook. Double Tap is available daily on AMI-audio across Canada, on podcast worldwide and now on YouTube.Chapter Markers:0:00 - Intro8:52 - Double Tap on WhatsApp12:59 - NFB & The Ride Share Rally Protest Against Guide Dog Refusals21:11 - New iPad Mini Released31:13 - Contact Us31:25 - Be My Eyes Announces New Partnership with Hilton Hotels

Quispamsis becomes Uride's fourth New Brunswick location. Host Rachel Caves speaks with Coun. Noah Donovan, who pushed to allow ride-sharing companies to operate in the town.

October 2, 2024 ~ Would you put your car on a car sharing app? Or use a car off one? State Rep. Tyrone Carter, co-hosted a roundtable to discuss peer-to-peer car sharing, and he shares how this works with Kevin.

Cody started a ride-share business in 2017 with no capital. He focused exclusively on small towns (

Firdosh Sheikh is Founder and CEO of DRIFE, an industry-disrupting decentralized ride-hailing platform built on the principles of Web3 technology. Firdosh believes it has been an incredible journey leading the charge in the DePin space, shaping DRIFE into a game-changer with an engaged user base of over 300,000 riders and a network of more than 30,000 drivers using the innovative DRIFE application.Being at the helm of the first decentralized ride-hailing company has been both an honor and a challenge for her. But it's this pioneering spirit that drives Firdosh to constantly redefine the norms of the mobility industry. By integrating blockchain technology into its platform, DRIFE has created a system that champions fairness, transparency, and user autonomy, setting a new standard for the entire industry.DRIFE isn't just a ride-hailing app; it's a testament to the potential of Web3 and a testament to the power of a community-driven vision. Firdosh is proud to have spearheaded this endeavor and to continue shaping the future of decentralized transportation. Website: drife.io --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crypto-hipster-podcast/support

Ride-sharing in China, a paid version of hitchhiking, is on the rise, but so is the chaos. Conflicts are brewing between drivers and passengers with no clear end in sight. What are they fighting about, and what are some possible solutions? On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Li Yi

Stocks are in rally mode following the Fed's big rate cut, but our market guest says it may be time to slow down and get cautious. He explains why. Plus, Bank of America crunched the numbers and says one sector – and several names in it – is poised to pop following the first rate cut. The analyst joins us to make his case. And perhaps this is the news you needed today – you can now have Olive Garden breadsticks on demand. We dive into Darden's new partnership with Uber, and more in the delivery space. 

Ridesharing app Lyft says its "price lock" feature will allow subscribers to enjoy cheaper rides during peak hours. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Devin: What is your superpower?Kimberly: I would have to say that my superpower is the fact that I am a servant of others.In today's episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Kimberly Evans, the dynamic Founder and CEO of Just Her Rideshare. Kimberly's vision for her company is revolutionary, offering a women-centric rideshare and community mobility service. This innovative concept prioritizes women's safety, comfort, and empowerment, setting it apart from industry giants like Uber and Lyft.Kimberly's journey began during the COVID-19 pandemic, giving her ample time to ensure product-market fit and problem-market fit through extensive customer discovery. After a successful soft launch in 2022 and a hard launch in 2023, Just Her Rideshare has seen impressive growth with thousands of sign-ups, many of which came organically from places they never marketed.One of the most compelling aspects of Just Her Rideshare is its dedication to creating a safe space for women. Kimberly shared, "Nearly 40 percent of women have had to report uncomfortable encounters, including serious sexual crimes and, yes, even murder. So to us, one assault or one woman made to feel uncomfortable is more than enough for us to want to create a safe space for them." This focus on safety and community has resonated deeply with both drivers and riders, leading to a remarkable 78 percent ride repeatability rate.The company also ensures better economic opportunities for its drivers by paying them more generously than other rideshare services. "Currently, we are in early adoption deals where our drivers earn 75 percent of every fare. That is a huge difference from industry standard. But again, we wanted to invest in them because we knew that it would create more loyalty and less churn," Kimberly explained.Kimberly's vision extends beyond Charlotte, North Carolina, with plans to expand into other cities such as Atlanta, Miami, and Washington, D.C. The potential for growth is vast, especially given the significant market of women riders who often avoid ridesharing at night due to safety concerns.As Kimberly and her team continue to build and expand, the future looks incredibly promising for Just Her Rideshare. Their commitment to safety, community, and empowerment not only fills a crucial gap in the ridesharing industry but also paves the way for a more inclusive and secure transportation option for women everywhere.tl;dr:* Introduction and Business Overview: Kimberly Evans is the CEO of Just Her Ride Share, a women-centric ride-sharing and community mobility company prioritizing women's safety, comfort, and empowerment. The company aims to create a safe space for women by employing female drivers and serving female passengers.* Business Development and Growth: Just Her Ride Share started during COVID, allowing time for market research and development. The company launched in 2022 with a soft launch and a hard launch in 2023. It has seen significant traction with thousands of sign-ups, high customer retention, and repeatability rates despite minimal marketing expenditure.* Community and Customer Focus: The company emphasizes community and treats both drivers and customers as part of a supportive network. This approach has resulted in customers willing to pay a premium for the service and drivers receiving 75% of every fare, higher than industry standards, fostering loyalty and reducing churn.* Market Potential and Expansion Plans: The ride-sharing industry has significant market potential, especially among women who often avoid ride-sharing at night due to safety concerns. Just Her Ride Share plans to expand beyond Charlotte, North Carolina, into cities like Atlanta, Miami, and Washington, D.C., driven by word-of-mouth demand.* Capital Raising and Future Vision: Kimberly Evans highlights the importance of raising capital to scale the business, improve market visibility, and expand into new cities. The company is using Wefunder for crowdfunding and aims to increase brand awareness and customer acquisition through strategic investments in marketing.How to Develop Servant Leadership As a SuperpowerKimberly Evans's superpower is her servant leadership. She prioritizes building genuine human connections and fostering a community over transactional interactions. This approach drives her mission to serve others and create a supportive environment for both her team and the users of Just Her Rideshare.Kimberly exemplified her servant leadership by routinely taking time each month to support other entrepreneurs. Despite her own overwhelming schedule, she reaches out to her founder friends to offer assistance, helping them tackle their top challenges. This selfless act not only alleviates her own stress but also strengthens her network and community.Tips for Developing Servant Leadership:* Be Intentional: Set specific goals to serve others regularly, such as monthly or quarterly.* Build Genuine Connections: Focus on creating meaningful relationships rather than transactional ones.* Offer Help Proactively: Reach out to your network to see how you can support them, even with small tasks.* Embrace Vulnerability: Understand that being open and supportive does not mean being weak; set boundaries to prevent exploitation.* Shift Focus: When overwhelmed, redirect your energy to helping others find relief and gain perspective.By following Kimberly Evans's example and advice, you can make servant leadership a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileKimberly Evans  (she/her):Founder & CEO, Just Her Rideshare, Inc. About Just Her Rideshare, Inc.: We are a women-centric rideshare and community mobility company prioritizing women's safety, comfort, and empowerment. Our platform connects female drivers and riders 100% of the time for comfortable, secure rides. By fostering a community of mutual support and trust, we aim to create an environment where women can travel with confidence and professional drivers can thrive while making a positive impactWebsite: justherrideshare.com X/Twitter Handle: @justherride Company Facebook Page: fb.com/justherride Other URL: wefunder.com/justherrideshareBiographical Information: I am Kimberly Evans, a servant of others, a wife of almost 28 years, a mom of three sons and a grandmother of one.  I love traveling, eating at nice restaurants and baseball games.  I am a fourth-generation entrepreneur, a socially conscious entrepreneur, and a business owner of over 30 yrs. I have been in fashion, software sales, and the creator of a call center that served clients in Fintech, Healthtech, VA Services, SaaS and Client Support. I am the Founder & CEO of Just Her Rideshare, Inc.X/Twitter Handle: @JustHerKimberlyLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/justherrideInstagram Handle: @justherrideUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.* Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on August 20, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.* SuperCrowdHour, August 21, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, we host a value-laden webinar for aspiring impact investors or social entrepreneurs. At this month's webinar, Devin Thorpe will provide a “Step-by-Step Guide to Raising Capital from the Crowd.”* Recently, we created an AI GPT to help you learn more about The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, and our upcoming events. 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Is ridesharing more sustainable than owning a car? Let's find out together on this episode of your favorite sustainability podcast. Hosts Tiff and Kat explain the (slightly shocking) study results, Uber's "road to zero emissions," and more. Vroom vroom!SourcesHyreCar sustainability claims: https://www.hyrecar.com/environmental-benefits-ridesharing/#how-does-ridesharing-contribute-to-the-improvement-of-the-environment Union of Concerned Scientists: https://www.ucsusa.org/resources/ride-hailing-problem-climate Yale Environment Review: https://environment-review.yale.edu/ridesharing-part-sustainable-future NRDC: https://www.nrdc.org/bio/rabi-abonour/report-role-uber-and-lyft-sustainable-cities Uber's road to zero emissions: https://www.uber.com/us/en/about/sustainability/ Rideshare Guy: https://therideshareguy.com/uber-statistics/ Patreon: patreon.com/greeningupmyactInstagram: @greeningupmyactFacebook: Greening Up My ActEmail us with questions: greeningupmyact@gmail.comYouTube: Greening Up My Act

Adam is the founder and CTO of Intelligems, a profit optimization engine for ecommerce brands. He and Drew Marconi started Intelligems 3 years ago after spending 4 years building dynamic pricing in the ride sharing industry in order to bring that level of sophistication around pricing and economics to DTC ecommerce. Intelligems today enables brands to A/B test content, pages, discounts, shipping fees, and prices on their storefronts. It also enable brands to build tailored experiences and personalizations informed by the learnings of those tests.In This Conversation We Discuss: [01:12] Intro[02:04] Transitioning from ridesharing to Ecommerce[03:09] Testing product prices for big impact[04:41] Benefiting from Google's unexpected move[05:44] Gaining traction with early adopters[06:44] Clarifying CRO basics and misconceptions[08:04] Balancing conversion rate and AOV[10:04] Adopting a testing mindset[11:56] Exploring test win rates and client mindset[13:45] Iterating quickly after test failures[14:36] Trusting data over intuition[15:55] Embracing non-winning test results[16:33] Assessing business lifecycle impact[17:10] Balancing orders with profit margins[19:18] Understanding statistical significance basics[21:04] Evaluating probabilities in test outcomes[22:23] Considering risks in statistical test outcomes[23:16] Moving on when tests reach clear results[24:52] Balancing creativity and analytics in a CRO[25:44] Psychological insights to optimize conversions[27:24] Leveraging psychology in Ecommerce strategies[28:18] Consumer behavior with key readings[29:04] Testing price strategies for bigger impact[30:24] Integrating brand education into conversion tactics[31:50] Optimizing landing pages for high traffic[33:20] Prioritizing first impressions on landing pages[34:06] Running advanced tests with IntelligemsResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubePrice A/B testing for Ecommerce intelligems.io/Follow Adam Kitain linkedin.com/in/adamkitain/If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

Tune in this week as we bring on two special guests to discuss ridesharing with Uber and Lyft.

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Here's what to expect on the podcast:How has Nelson's entrepreneurial spirit driven him to overcome setbacks?The concept behind Kidmoto and the challenges Nelson encountered during the early stages of launching the business.Company culture and leadership.The upcoming launch of Babymoto and the possibility of broadening its reach to other communities.And much more! About Nelson:Nelson Nigel, the resilient Founder and CEO of Kidmoto Technology, transformed a personal challenge into a thriving business. In 2016, as an Uber driver, he observed the absence of child car seats in taxis and car services, leaving parents in a vulnerable position. Recognizing the gap in the market left by Uber and Lyft, Nelson developed a mobile app to offer a convenient and safe solution for parents traveling with small children, particularly to and from airports.Kidmoto has since become a trusted brand, connecting parents with a network of skilled drivers providing secure child car seats for airport transfers In over 52 U.S. cities. His hard work and respect for his team have led Kidmoto to achieve remarkable milestones, including over 40,000 completed rides, a 7-figure revenue for 2023, and a valuation of $25 million, and more developments are planned for the future. Connect with Nelson Nigel!Website: https://kidmoto.taxi/Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/NelsonNigelNY?_rdc=1&_rdrTwitter: https://twitter.com/NelsonNigelLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nelsonnigel/ Connect with Candice Snyder!Website: https://hairhealthvitality.com/passion-purpose-and-possibilities/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candice.snyderInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/candicesny17/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicesnyder/ICAN Institute: https://vl729.isrefer.com/go/mindandbody/PassionPurpose22/Shop For A Cause With Gifts That Give Back to Nonprofits: https://thekindnesscause.com/

Harry Campbell aka The Rideshare Guy joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss the potential of Tesla entering the rideshare market both with human driven vehicles and autonomous vehicles. In a wide-ranging discussion, Grayson and Harry touch on several key topics surrounding Tesla's potential entry into the rideshare market and how those moves could affect the overall market. As Tesla explores potentially entering the market, the company's brand appeal and the millions of vehicles already on the road give them a potential edge, especially once Tesla achieves full self-driving (FSD).Throughout the episode, Grayson and Harry provide insightful analysis and predictions about the future of the rideshare industry, highlighting the technological advancements and strategic decisions that will shape its evolution.Looking ahead, Harry sees two major factors shaping rideshare's future outside of Tesla: the rollout of robotaxis, and a new generation forgoing car ownership and relying more heavily on Uber and micro-mobility options such as e-bikes. Despite challenges such as rising insurance costs, he remains optimistic about the industry's prospects as personal car ownership potentially declines.Recorded on Tuesday, May 14 2024Episode Chapters0:00 Tesla Rideshare Market2:32 FSD 126:44 The Hybrid Network (Human Driven Vehicles and Robotaxis)13:51 Rising Insurance Premiums 19:15 Tesla Ridehail Network33:45 Economics of the Uber Platform37:02 What if Tesla Bought Lyft?43:06 Tesla Subscription Service47:14 Future of Rideshare--------About The Road to AutonomyThe Road to Autonomy® is a leading source of data, insight and commentary on autonomous vehicles/trucks and the emerging autonomy economy™. The company has two businesses: The Road to Autonomy Indices, with Standard and Poor's Dow Jones Indices as the custom calculation agent; Media, which includes The Road to Autonomy and Autonomy Economy podcasts as well as This Week in The Autonomy Economy newsletter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Data-Driven Business Applications Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Companies are growing their business using data to drive applications. Here's a list of driven-driven business applications to consider: Streaming services use data to predict what customers want to watch. By using a recommendation engine, they can provide a better quality of service. This works particularly well when the customer needs discovery services before using the product. Recruiting departments are using more data analytic tools to identify the right candidates for the job.   One use case is the use of resume screening which searches for keywords on a candidate's resume and matches the job requirements. Advertising departments continue to gather data to better understand and target their audience. This is often used to find the right media outlet for their product. Financial companies use data to match the right funding tool to the right candidate. By looking at credit scores and other data sources, the financial company can determine how much to loan and at what price. Ridesharing services use data to predict how long a ride will take. By capturing data streams from traffic sources and reviewing historical data for the time of day and day of week, the ridesharing service can better estimate the time of a ride. Consider how data can improve your product, sales, or service.    Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at:   Check out our other podcasts here:   For Investors check out:   For Startups check out:   For eGuides check out:   For upcoming Events, check out    For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group    Please , share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of .

Join us for a deep dive into the cutting-edge discussions on satellite security from HackspaceCon at Kennedy Space Center. Discover the unique challenges and cybersecurity implications as they explore the impact of technological constraints on satellite functionality and the emerging realm of space cybersecurity. Engage with the complex balance between cost, security, and functionality in the satellite industry—an ever-evolving battlefield in the skies above. 00:00 Introduction to the Episode: Insights from HackspaceCon 00:50 Key Takeaways from the Conference 02:03 Deep Dive into Satellite Security Challenges 14:40 The Potential and Perils of Satellite Ransomware 16:24 Exploring Cybersecurity in Space Technology 23:52 The Deterrents Against Satellite Hacking 28:10 Closing Thoughts and Conference Acknowledgments Hack a Virtualized Satellite: https://byos.ethoslabs.space/ Cybersecurity for Space, an awesome overview of the space written for cyber professionals with no prior space experience: https://a.co/d/fc5ZKiC Talks and Speakers are outlined here: https://www.hackspacecon.com/speakers24 Specific Speakers referenced in this episode: Tim Fowler Celi Johnson & Erin York Jacob Oakley Kaitlyn Handelman Tags: satellite security, cybersecurity, space technology, HackspaceCon, Kennedy Space Center, IoT in space, cyber attacks, satellite design, space junk, space rideshares, tech conference Search Phrases: Insights on satellite cybersecurity from HackspaceCon Discussion on space technology and security at Kennedy Space Center Challenges in satellite security and functionality IoT and cybersecurity implications in space technology Space junk and its impact on satellite operations What is space rideshare and its costs Satellite design constraints and cybersecurity risks Technological advancements in satellite operations Latest discussions from HackspaceCon on space cybersecurity How cyber attacks affect satellites and space operations Transcript: Space Con offsetkeyz: Welcome back to the Daily Decrypt. Last weekend, the two hosts of this podcast got to spend some time at HackspaceCon at Kennedy Space Center in Florida, and in this episode, we're just going to be discussing some of the takeaways we got during this conference. Dogespan and I recorded this from the kitchen of our Airbnb on the beach in Florida. And I mention that just so you're warned that the audio might not be the same as it is when we record in the studio. Sometimes the mic is a little too far from my mouth, sometimes it's too close to my mouth, and sometimes you'll hear the echo off the tile walls in the kitchen. And before we get in, I just wanted to read through the notes that I took for this episode with my key takeaways in a very cohesive way so that you can at least get that before we start rambling about it all. So just a high level. Satellites are just IOT in space. Just computers floating around in space that are really hard to talk to. Satellites operate in only a couple different elevations, like low earth orbit. And space junk is a real thing, so if a satellite gets damaged, space junk can damage other satellites. Space junk is also a huge deterrent for cyber attack and physical attack because countries don't want blowing up satellites to destroy their own satellites. Another point is that the supply chain for satellites is very small. There's only a few companies that make the components that go into satellites. Thus creating a pretty narrow attack vector. Satellites are built to accomplish their mission and contain no additional resources. if a satellite is compromised by an attacker, which you'll find out is pretty easy to do, attackers can make that satellite's failure look like anything from radiation to a bit flip to collision to a failure, they can make it look like anything they want. And finally, one of the biggest problems is there's no current incentive for reporting cyber incidents on satellites because there's nothing really that can be done about them. And they'll eventually de orbit. All right, let's get into the episode. dogespan: Satellites are computersin space. Never thought about it that way, to be completely honest. there's definitely more complication to hacking a satellite than hacking a TV, but It is, it's an IoT device. because of the limitations of space, they are stripping everything down on that operating system. And especially nowadays, and this was another thing that I didn't know, but there were specific operating systems that were essentially designed for satellites and space and all of the things that go into it. But now, with modern advancements in technology, these Satellites are able to run just little microcontrollers like your little hobby raspberry pi and arduino boards And you can put a regular operating system on there, but they're completely stripped down for Whatever purpose that they need so everything that would be secure just by default on A linux operating system is usually stripped out Power and weight, those are really like, offsetkeyz: Mm. dogespan: main things that they were driving in constantly throughout every talk was how power and weight is going to be affected by implementing a satellite. Everything has a purpose, so what are you gonna sacrifice? Are offsetkeyz: Mm-Hmm. dogespan: gonna sacrifice satellite antenna functionality offsetkeyz: Mm-Hmm. for dogespan: security? No, you're gonna sacrifice the security so that your satellite offsetkeyz: it needs to do, and weight is a big thing because it has to get out into space. And one of the other perspectives we just heard for the first time was space rideshares. That term is a legit term. Ridesharing to space, where companies need to put satellites into space, thus they contract out to SpaceX. And SpaceX has a little menu page with prices per kilogram, I might be misquoting, but just to give the listeners A relative gist of what they're costing. It's 300, 000 per kilogram. And so if your computer weighs one extra kilogram, because it has to carry up some hardening features for the operating system or to prevent intercepting of whatever, that's going to cost an extra 300K. dogespan: need to get a satellite up for communication for GPS or anything else and offsetkeyz: you dogespan: going to cost you more money to send something up that's a little bit more secure. Which I guess is the inherent theme on cyber security in general is that security does come with a cost. offsetkeyz: Mhm what dogespan: And luckily we're getting to a better place in business operations where We're understanding what that cost is and more willing to pay it, but when it comes to space, that's still, it's not a priority yet. offsetkeyz: And all the points that we heard during this conference make sense, right? Satellites, by quote, law, have to de orbit within a certain amount of time, because otherwise they turn into space junk, they get outdated, they create a whole bunch of other risks, so I believe any law abiding country keeps their satellites to under 10 years life cycle, so between 5 and 10 years seems to be the average life cycle of a satellite, so You're spending millions to put a satellite into orbit for about five years, if you're lucky. so why would you spend an extra million to secure this thing that could potentially just burn up? dogespan: I think it boils down to the use case and capabilities of the satellite. Like they all are sent up with a purpose. But as you know, with, as just any tech enthusiast, you typically look at a device that is a computer and you always think about what else it can do. So from an attacker's perspective, you may get access to a satellite that. Is, only supposed to take pictures of a certain area or something, but maybe there's other functionality that you can take advantage of to use for whatever you want. offsetkeyz: there was a quote that I really liked and I don't specifically remember who said it but I believe it was in a talk called Dude, I Broke the Satellite by Suely Johnson and Aaron York, where they said, effective software gets the job done. Secure software only gets the job done. It doesn't do any other functionality than what is needed. for the job. So if you think about effective software, it's going to get that thing done. It's going to take the pictures from the space of whatever it's supposed to take pictures of really, really well. But what else can it do? What else can that satellite out there do that is shooting XM radio to you while you cruise through the countrysides? Maybe it can intercept communications over China or Russia. Like maybe it can do a whole bunch of other stuff that would be very beneficial for an adversary. And also communicate XM so that's where one of the attack vectors is that is pretty prevalent on the surface of the planet as well but very prevalent up there dogespan: So one of the interesting points that was brought up in Extraterrestrial Security by, uh, Jacob Oakley how attackers can use the satellites as a relay. That I found really, really interesting, where an attacker would go and take control of, the satellite controller on the ground, so they don't even have to go up to space, build any sort of radio communications to get out of Earth. They go and attack that user, and then from there they're able to redirect communications up to the satellite, and then bounce to another satellite. And if that satellite that they bounce to is controlled somewhere else, well now they're able to Relay that back to the ground, to a new, a whole new destination So that brings up another point that I found pretty interesting, which is that yes, these satellites move in what's called constellations. There's a bunch of them. They're all owned by the same company and they communicate back and forth to each other to help maybe increase their processing power or accomplish their mission more effectively. dogespan: but satellites offsetkeyz: Cost a lot of money to get up there. And in order to recoup that money, they have to use every single minute of their time in space, because as I mentioned earlier, it is limited to make money. first of all, they don't have the resources on board to accommodate security, but they also don't have the time to push a patch because when a satellite is in a position to receive and send communications, That's only maximum 40 to 50 percent of the time it's in space. The owners of that satellite want to maximize the amount of bang they get for their buck. Right? So cybersecurity me comes in and says, Hey, we need to push a patch. A new vulnerability was, has been exploited amongst satellites similar to yours, and we need to push a patch. And it's going to take down your mission capabilities for three orbits. And they say, no, they just, they won't do it because then you're taking away from the mission. No, dogespan: it may take a while to get that patch up there, and I don't remember the exact figure, but I wanna say they were talking about somewhere around the range of like 30 . Kilobytes per second offsetkeyz: Sounds right to me. dogespan: Yeah. It was somewhere between 30 and 50, like we're talking old school, dial up speed, and you think about what a patch would be to a microcontroller. It's still gonna be small. But the amount of data that we work with on a regular basis is just so much larger, and these microcontrollers can still support a lot, like, you can have an entire terabyte in the size of a tiny microchip. And, yeah, what if this patch was a couple hundred megabytes and your satellite's only in view to receive communication for a short period of time? So, yeah. It is gonna be priority of the mission over patch. offsetkeyz: When a satellite fails, a company has gone and spent a lot of money on the satellite and everyone from the stakeholders of the satellite mission to NASA scientists want to know what happened, what caused that satellite to fail so that they can improve future satellites, right? And reduce failures in the future. So when a satellite fails, they bring in the company. Top professionals, top physicists, professors at Harvard professor to MIT, NASA scientists who work on Apollo 14, uh, whoever to tear apart the data that they got the last transmissions and figure out why it failed and figure out how to prevent it in the future. Right. But one of the points that was made is that they never bring in a cybersecurity professional, because what's interesting about how satellites operate is if you, if you get root on a satellite, if you get full permissions over satellite, you can control. Everything from the log outputs to the movements of the satellite to everything. So an attacker can make that failure look like it was caused by radiation or caused by a component failure or whatever they choose. And so honestly, having a cybersecurity professional checking the transmission logs leading up to it, maybe the month before or something like that could help identify an attack and could help. Yeah, dogespan: future satellite missions. Yeah, the, um Aerospace engineers, the geniuses that they are, they know and understand the way that these things are supposed to operate. All of the physics and everything that goes with, orbits and gravity, like all of that stuff. A crazy amount of stuff that they have to know and understand. And they're able to get to the root cause of this, but they are not trained to look at it forensically. They are not inherently going to think. of the possibility of an attack. And that's where I think it wouldn't be beneficial to have the cyber security professional, because they are, they're going to look at some of the things that aren't typical. And that is one of the things that was brought up, is that engineers across the board, and I'm even calling out cyber security engineers, but software developers, aerospace engineers, like we are all inherently lazy, and if we see that something works, we will continue to follow that trend. And Utilize things. offsetkeyz: if dogespan: previously, we'll keep going down that hole. But it always helps to have looking in and things. offsetkeyz: helps to have outsiders looking in and inspecting things. dogespan: Attackers, pen testers, blue teamers. Um, offsetkeyz: that this is an untapped field and moved into it. So one of the last talks we went to today dogespan: T, cybersecurity by Jacob Oakley. offsetkeyz: is a dogespan: T, offsetkeyz: cybersecurity, teaches at Embry Riddle University and was a former pen tester, was a former red teamer who got into space and he was telling us about how his first briefing with the engineers and the software engineers who were working on these satellites, dogespan: satellites, offsetkeyz: mentioned what happens if there's an attack and they, this was in 2019, 2020, very recently, they, with full confidence. Mentioned that, Hey, it doesn't matter. They have backups. It doesn't matter. They have scripts that run to reboot. The machine and, start the mission over. They have all of these things, all of these fail safes. So it doesn't matter if they get attacked, they have these fail safes. he might not have had the greatest retort in his first little briefing, but those are all absolutely destroyable by an attacker. If someone has root, they can make that script. Do something very malicious on a recurring basis, they can erase the backups, and these engineers had thought about the possibility of attack and place these measures to help recover from that attack. It's not a forethought. It's a, it's just, they weren't thinking with a cybersecurity mindset. dogespan: What would ransomware look like on a satellite nowadays? do we just wipe it? offsetkeyz: Dude. I mean, I had never thought about ransomware on a satellite, dogespan: but oh man, I hope no ransomware people listen to this cause it's such an easy target for ransomware. offsetkeyz: Um, now that I'm thinking about it. dogespan: touch an easy target for offsetkeyz: was James that is probably one And dogespan: It's not like one of these other satellites that we're talking about that You know only have a three to five year lifespan and that's kind of hoping for the best like James Webb I think is something that they're they're hoping to get a lot of use out of and locking that down like how do you recover from it and Yeah, what do you do? I know one of the things that was mentioned, I forget if it was like on a positive note or something, but it, you know, shooting down satellites. Mm hmm. Well, offsetkeyz: Oh, before we get into shooting down satellites, that's a whole another topic, I just am so stuck on how perfect of a target satellites are for ransomware. It's just hitting me now. I'm so sad that I didn't have a chance to talk to people about it because These companies, first of all, spend. Millions of dollars to get this thing to space. They only have a limited amount of time to use it. They care a lot about it and they have a lot of money to make sure it continues to work they don't secure it. So it's very easy to hijack and the people who own it have a lot of money. That's like just like the two components of ransomware success. And now I'm scared so we can move on now. dogespan: on now. Oh, I this is all kind of centered around the satellites and objects that are offsetkeyz: orbiting dogespan: Earth, but we are doing a lot more advanced stuff with space technology, you know, We've had satellites that kind of deployed to asteroids to collect samples. I think one of the other tests that we've had was a shooting of rocket at an asteroid to see if it could be redirected. So, What does the cyber security look like on something like that? Because it does, just requires long range communication. So you have two points of vulnerability, or two vectors of attack. You can either go directly towards the satellite, or rocket, or whatever it is, or you can go at the ground station and take control of it there. So, we have ransomware, but also, what if something is providing an important Service. And it's hijacked in transit and redirected somewhere else. You know, we have, we have the ISS up there and we're shooting rockets into space. offsetkeyz: ISS up there dogespan: Sorry, if I'm going down a doomsday offsetkeyz: space. Sorry if you see the rabbit hole there? dogespan: cyber offsetkeyz: is kind of doomsday y, and it's a ticking time bomb from what we gathered. It's an unexplored cybersecurity vector. Which makes it fun for cybersecurity professionals. If you think about 20 to 30 years ago, what cybersecurity looked like, it was pretty much what we have in the sky at this moment, we have Linux boxes, we have all these unpatched vulnerabilities and it's great to pen test them and it's great to defend them because you get a lot of easy wins. So in that realm, it's great for us, but technology on earth has far surpassed the technology in the sky. And all satellites are, as we mentioned at the beginning, is IOT in the sky. So dogespan had mentioned at the beginning that there's a little bit more to it than that, pretty much as far as I'm concerned, a little bit more to it than that is the fact that you can only communicate with them on a very low bandwidth. And. On a inconsistent, well, I guess it is a pretty consistent schedule, but not all the time. if these satellites were sitting in your living room, you would be in, you would have root in dogespan: a offsetkeyz: a minute, two minutes for most of them, dogespan: And so, offsetkeyz: right? whoever can solve the problem of communicating with them better, wins all the satellites. dogespan: with communication communication and then also the resource constraints I think can help but it is an interesting area of cyber security, and I think it's going to open up a lot of opportunities, especially with more private companies getting involved in it. We have a number of companies that are, well, like we mentioned, this Rideshare, but they're also putting their own service, their satellites and things into space, so. That's going to help, I think, ultimately, instead of it just being only the government that's getting involved in space. More people getting out there is, it's going to open the door for more opportunity for cyber security professionals to pivot, and more people just being aware of how it operates and how it works. offsetkeyz: And just like anything in tech, the more you do something, the lower it starts to cost, the more success you have, you're driving that cost down. And if you can drive that cost down, maybe you can get the bottom line to include some budget for cybersecurity, but it's sort of a teeter tottering effect because the more satellites we put into space, the more junk there is, the more vulnerabilities there are. But at the same time, the more we do, the more successes we have, the more likely it is, it's going to become a blooming field of cybersecurity. offsetkeyz: So we're coming up on the end of our time here, but just wanted to quickly touch on why does it matter if satellites are hacked? And that is something that is only recently being discussed. At least leaning towards defend them. Like it's probably been discussed amongst engineers and software developers who work on satellites, but they came up with, it doesn't matter. So why does it matter? I dogespan: one of the things that was mentioned, I wish I could quote the talk there's probably Jacob Oakley if I'm being honest, is that some of these satellites can be controlled by multiple ground stations. So if you were to control of a satellite and relay to another one, you you could have access to a whole nother ground control system. Um, and That might be another nation state or another company or something, and now you kind of have a foothold in their environment. offsetkeyz: You dogespan: have to be really, really careful because you only have offsetkeyz: have dogespan: short periods of time to deliver these payloads and balance communication, and you have to stay rather stealthy, but offsetkeyz: it's dogespan: it's kind of a big thing because, yeah, you can create this backdoor into a completely different environment that you, that CISA may be secured rather well and you could cause a lot more harm. offsetkeyz: can cause a lot more harm. dogespan: can see a lot offsetkeyz: satellites can see a lot of the planet. And I mean, they can see all of it at the end of their orbit, but dogespan: is offsetkeyz: This is why you bring a friend to a cybersecurity conference, because I completely missed that. And I'm sure there's things that Doge completely missed as well. dogespan: Oh yeah. offsetkeyz: But yeah, they work so hard to secure the ground stations that communicate with the satellites and work zero hard to secure the satellites. And it's two way communication. So, compromise a satellite, compromise the ground station. dogespan: Yeah, you can easily offsetkeyz: transmit a The dogespan: you can weaponize images, you can There are lots the opportunities are there. offsetkeyz: to hack satellites. Before I say anything else, don't do it. There's a lot of eyes watching those who hack satellites because it is a critical infrastructure. it was beat into us. Don't denial of service a satellite. You'll go to jail, like literally go to jail. They fun revelation. You can listen to anything That was a fun revelation. You can, you can listen to anything coming down from a satellite. dogespan: Don't send it back. offsetkeyz: Don't send stuff back. Don't try to send commands. There are some pretty cool labs that you can do if you want to mess with satellites using virtualization, which we all love. So we'll shout out Tim Fowler for those. He gave two talks, one on Friday, one on Saturday, about building a CubeSat lab. And if you would like to mess around with a virtualized satellite, you can go to byos. ethoslabs. dogespan: bring your space offsetkeyz: and BYOS stands for bring your own satellite. dogespan: around offsetkeyz: for that great talk. And I'm excited to go play around with it in my own home lab. But if you have that itch to DDoS a fricking satellite, do it in your home lab, don't do it in real life, you will go to jail, straight to jail. to jail. So we've covered the opportunities that there are to hack satellites. And there are plenty more that we haven't discussed. Satellites are extremely hackable and barely secured. What's keeping people from hacking these satellites? dogespan: Our entire knowledge base is based off of Five to six hours worth of lectures at this point. offsetkeyz: From what I gathered, there are no real deterrents other than hypothetical legal actions. For hacking a satellite. Nation states don't care about the United States regulations. So why aren't they hacking satellites left and right? Well, First of all, everyone relies on the infrastructure that satellites provide. GPS, time, Maps, weather, all of these things are relied upon. across the world. So that's, that's step one. Step two is, if someone starts doing it to us, we're gonna start doing it to them. dogespan: to offsetkeyz: which is what keeps us out of nuclear war, so why not keep us out of space cyber war? And if we started shooting satellites down, Which is a real thing and has happened and, uh, is bad because all satellites operate in one of three orbits, like low earth orbit, high earth orbit, deep space orbit, but they're all pretty much in the same place because that's how orbit works. You have to kind of stay the same elevation to use the earth's gravitational pull to whiplash you around. And if you blow up one, all it takes is a particle of sand to damage a satellite. And. If you blow up a satellite, I believe one of the case studies from India was like 68, 000 pieces of shrapnel traveling at 22, 000 miles per hour in the orbital field of all other satellites, including the satellites of the company that blew up the one satellite. So if Russia started going crazy and blowing up United States satellites, it would, the shrapnel from those satellites would likely take out Russia's satellites. So it's not a perfect system, but it is a pretty good deterrent. There's currently no solution, or at least viable solution for space junk, which is a technical term, but as soon as anyone figures it out, they win space they can start blowing up satellites and collecting the space junk and own, they own space, right? So Currently, the lack of ability to clean up space junk is what's keeping people from blowing up satellites. it's like a mutual respect everybody's kind of in agreement that dogespan: that we rely on the technology that's up there we understand the reprocussions of destroying. The rest of them, so it is, Yeah, if we can figure out how to clean it up, then I think you're right. It wouldn't really prevent much besides some of that critical infrastructure, but there's always ways around that. offsetkeyz: If we can own space, we can drop a billion dollars into creating our own critical infrastructure and rule the world. We can destroy the current one that's up there. If, if it meant owning space, I don't think there would be an expense spared. What's interesting is all the solutions that I can come up with, which are not many, involve earth's atmosphere. And we, we think of things like air and gravity and all these things as constants that don't exist out in space. Space. Like what, why don't we have weaponized satellites that just kind of push satellites out of orbit towards earth that burn up? There's no space junk from satellites that burn up in the atmosphere. Why don't we do that? Because there's no way to send like a pulse. There's no way to send a burst of air to push this satellite. It's very hard to even propel yourself through space because the most common ways of propulsion include oxygen, fans, combustion. dogespan: There's offsetkeyz: lot of things that stand in the way that I don't understand. Right. dogespan: pushed by some form of propulsion for redirecting all of the satellite debris into orbit. Much like the snow gets redirected to the end of your driveway and then you're stuck with a giant pile at the end of your driveway that you can't get out. offsetkeyz: We are stuck with a pile, and we can't get out, but we have no plow. but we Huge shoutout to the coordinators of HackspaceCon and dogespan: Everybody that came out, all the supporters, attendees the brave souls that got up in front and talked about what they know offsetkeyz: out the industry. Especially dogespan: it helps out the industry. Especially with space, they had mentioned that Hackspace happened last year and there was one or two talks. offsetkeyz: What? It dogespan: It was a very small number. offsetkeyz: number. dogespan: And this year it was all day long. . And so that's, that means that there's more people involved with it or heading that direction and willing to learn more about it. And I'm going to be honest, I'm one of those. I'm. Was very interested to learn more about what can be done and what opportunities are there. So really huge shoutout to everybody involved with the conference this weekend. offsetkeyz: thanks sharing your knowledge thanks for pivoting over to this field And trying to keep our critical infrastructure at least a little bit safe. If you did happen to pick up one of the stickers that I littered the conference with, thank you for picking that up and we'd love to hear from you. Reach out. We'd love to have you on the podcast. Y'all are very smart and any words you'd be willing to share with us would be greatly appreciated. you're if you're just a cybersecurity professional out there with no knowledge of space or the attack vectors that are involved in hacking satellites, highly encourage you to check out next year's conference. It's going to be good Check out our other episodes: https://thedailydecrypt.com/podcast/

Going solo again this week, with no guest, but in turn I do have these stories for you:

In this conversation, Jonathan and Evan discuss various aspects of ride-sharing services, focusing on Uber and Lyft. They explore the concept of well-rounded living, the potential freedom offered by self-driving cars, the ease of getting started with Uber and Lyft, financial assistance programs for ride-sharing, the issue of service animals and Uber's loophole, and the Uber Pet option. In this conversation, Jonathan and Evan discuss the accessibility features and policies of Uber and Lyft. They cover topics such as booking a ride with a service animal, the differences between Uber and Lyft, and the safety features offered by both platforms. They also share their dinner plans and discuss the Sandwich of the Week. Takeaways Ride-sharing services like Uber offer convenience and flexibility for transportation needs. Self-driving cars have the potential to provide greater freedom and independence for individuals. Getting started with Uber is relatively easy, requiring a valid phone number, email address, and payment information. Financial assistance programs, such as RTD's Access-a-Ride, can help reduce the cost of ride-sharing services. The issue of service animals and ride-sharing can be challenging, with some drivers canceling rides when they see a service animal. Uber offers an Uber Pet option for those who want to travel with their pets. Uber and Lyft both have accessibility features and policies in place to accommodate riders with disabilities. When booking a ride with a service animal, it is recommended to communicate with the driver in advance to ensure a smooth experience. Lyft offers a pickup note feature that allows riders to notify drivers about their service animals. Both Uber and Lyft have safety features, such as trip tracking and emergency reporting, to ensure rider safety. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Well-Rounded Living 02:59 Self-Driving Cars and Freedom 09:12 Getting Started with Uber 14:13 Financial Help with Ride Sharing 19:34 Uber Pet Option 20:45 Uber Accessibility 21:06 Booking a Ride with a Service Animal 22:29 Lyft Accessibility 23:27 Comparing Uber and Lyft 26:09 Service Animal Policies 27:21 Safety Features 32:16 Ensuring Safety 34:49 Dinner Plans 35:16 Sandwich of the Week 37:38 Final Thoughts Thank you for listening to this episode of Blind Level Tech. Below you will find the links discussed in the show. Let us know if you have any feedback at Feedback@aftersight.org or call us at (720) 712-8856. Uber Accessibility Page: https://www.uber.com/us/en/about/accessibility/ Lyft Accessibility Page: https://help.lyft.com/hc/en-us/all/articles/360045782413-Accessibility-in-the-Lyft-app-and-website

Hour 3: Jason and Laura talk about National Cereal Day. Then on the DeRush-Hour: tough guys cry too! And finally, should government change gig jobs into full time jobs?

Happy Valentine's Day. I hope your day is smoother than mine—I'm running around trying to make this a special day for my wife and daughters. Bitcoin has surged past $50,000 level—but we're still in the early stages of this bull market. Last week, during Part 2 of my Crypto 2024 series, I explained why the next Bitcoin halving event will ignite several major crypto catalysts… and how to position yourself for windfall profits. If you missed it, don't worry—you can watch the replay and schedule a one-on-one chat with me here: https://secure.curzioresearch.com/crypto24-bitcoin/event.php?utm_source=Curzio&utm_medium=240214_cci_crypto24_gy_wsu_Libsyn&utm_campaign=2402-CCI-Crypto24-GY&utm_term=Libsyn&utm_content=Libsyn. The markets went into panic mode after yesterday's Consumer Price Index (CPI) data showed inflation is back. But some economists are already shrugging off the news. I go over some of the biggest risks investors are currently facing… and how to find winners in this volatile market. Ridesharing company Lyft (LYFT) surged over 60% after reporting earnings yesterday… before crashing back to Earth mere minutes later. I break down what caused the insane market movement… and question how the SEC allowed it to happen. Finally, I take a victory lap on my Super Bowl prediction. I hope you made my guaranteed bet. In this episode  Happy Valentine's Day [1:11] Check out the replay of Crypto 2024 [2:17] Why are economists shrugging off the CPI? [14:05] Lyft's crazy post-earnings market action [27:58] My winning Super Bowl strategy [34:34] Watch the Crypto 2024 replay: https://secure.curzioresearch.com/crypto24-bitcoin/event.php?utm_source=Curzio&utm_medium=240214_cci_crypto24_gy_wsu_Libsyn&utm_campaign=2402-CCI-Crypto24-GY&utm_term=Libsyn&utm_content=Libsyn Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox each week: www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ --Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 --Website: www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   Twitter: twitter.com/frankcurzio Facebook:. www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ Website: www.curzioresearch.com

Dom welcomes Philly Jesus back onto the Dom Giordano Program, after the Philadelphia cult icon made the news this week when it came out that he's been spreading the word through his ridesharing gig. Philly Jesus addresses some questions about his history, explaining how he went from an addict to finding God, and telling why he personally dresses as his hero, Jesus Christ. Philly Jesus explains where people can find him, and takes listeners through a standard ride in the back seat of his chariot. Then, Dom tells of a new lawsuit filed against Google Maps, after a couple on vacation in South Africa was routed into a crime-ridden area, leading to an ambush by gunmen. Dom asks whether this should be Google's responsibility, and asks whether listeners have been routed through undesirable areas. (Photo by Getty Images)

Emil Michael was the Chief Business Officer at $UBER during its hyperscale period from 2013 to 2017. He's currently the CEO of DPCM Capital, and he's also a strategic advisor to a number of amazing companies, including Codecademy, GroupMe and Taser. On this episode of World of DaaS, Auren and Emil cover everything from tech IPOs and Uber's stock performance to the future of AI, the relationship between Uber and Benchmark, and more. Emil shares insights into the reasons behind the delay in tech IPOs, the profitability of ridesharing companies, and the future for Uber and Lyft as they expand their food delivery businesses and explore new verticals. He also discusses the impact of higher interest rates on startups and the nuances of launching and operating marketplace businesses. Emil and Auren also have a candid conversation about Uber's relationship with Benchmark Capital and how it affected the trajectory of the company– Emil thinks Uber could have been 2 or 3 times as large as it is now. He offers key advice for founders on choosing your VCs and keeping execs and the board in alignment. To close out, Emil also shares some counterintuitive management advice and insights from conducting over 3,000 interviews at Uber.  World of DaaS is brought to you by SafeGraph & Flex Capital. For more episodes, visit safegraph.com/podcasts.You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Emil on X at @emilmichael. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

In this episode, Paul Barron discusses the fascinating world of dynamic pricing strategies and the potential role of AI in reshaping menu modeling. Ashwin Kamlani, the CEO of Juicer, joins him as they explore the exciting possibilities that lie ahead in the food service industry.Ashwin Kamlani, CEO of Juicer: Ashwin Kamlani, an expert in AI and its applications, joins Paul Barron to discuss the potential of AI in revolutionizing menu modeling. As the CEO of Juicer, Ashwin has a unique perspective on how artificial intelligence can be harnessed to optimize menu pricing and enhance customer experiences.The Evolution of Dynamic Pricing: Dynamic pricing is not a new concept, but it's gaining newfound significance in today's fast-paced and data-driven world. Dynamic pricing has entered foodservice traditionally associated with industries like airlines and ride-sharing services. Ashwin takes us through the fundamental principles of dynamic pricing and why it's becoming increasingly essential for restaurant businesses.The Role of AI in Menu Modeling: Artificial intelligence is poised to transform the way restaurants approach menu modeling. With AI-driven algorithms, businesses can analyze vast amounts of data to determine optimal pricing strategies, taking into account factors such as demand, time of day, and even weather conditions. Ashwin Kamlani shares insights into how Juicer is at the forefront of this technological revolution.Benefits of AI-Powered Menu Modeling: In this episode, Paul Barron and Ashwin Kamlani explore the myriad benefits of integrating AI into menu modeling. These advantages include:Personalized Pricing: AI can analyze customer preferences and behavior to offer personalized menu pricing, enhancing customer satisfaction.Real-time Adjustments: Dynamic pricing powered by AI allows for real-time adjustments, ensuring that menu prices are always competitive and aligned with market demand.Optimized Profit Margins: AI can help restaurants maximize their profitability by finding the perfect balance between pricing and customer demand.Enhanced Customer Loyalty: By offering customized pricing and promotions, restaurants can build stronger relationships with their customers, fostering loyalty.

Overview: Today, we're going to explore Moove, the mobility fintech. We'll discuss the story across the following areas: African mobility and transportation context Moove's launch & early history Product & monetization strategy Competitive positioning & potential exit options Our overall outlook. This episode was recorded on Jan 14, 2024 Companies discussed: Moove, Uber, Lyft, Autochek, Cars45, GoKada, Creditas, Swvl, Lori, Sendy & FairMoney Business concepts discussed: Revenue-based financing, asset-based lending, Ridesharing & Mobility entrepreneurship Conversation highlights: (01:20) - What Moove does and why we're talking about it (06:57) - Context of mobility and public transportation in Nigeria (21:50) - Founders' background (27:50) - Moove founding and early history (32:16) - Fundraising (43:20) - Growth and Geographical Expansion (48:15) - Partnerships (1:07:26) - Product and Monetization Strategy (1:28:44) - Metrics (1:33:50) - Competition and options for exit (1:53:10) - Olumide's overall thoughts and outlook (2:09:07) - Bankole's overall thoughts and outlook (2:26:12) - Recommendations and small wins Olumide's recommendations & small wins: Interested in investing in Africa Tech with Olumide: Read about Adamantium fund & contact me at olumide@afrobility.com. Founders looking for funding: If you're a B2B founder working on Education, Health, Finance or food, please contact me for funding at olumide@afrobility.com Checkout my FIREDOM book = FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) + Freedom = personal finance and financial independence book. Website, Read: Substack Newsletter & Buy: Print, eBook or Audiobook) Recommendation: The Gap and The Gain (by Benjamin Hardy & Dan Sullivan: Book about mindset and approach to life, measuring success, fulfilment and happiness. Recommendation: Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life (Arnold Schwarzenegger): Great book by the legend about principles to approach life to get what you want. At this point, I've read all his books and can recommend them all. Arnold records the audiobook end-to-end by himself so be ready for awesomeness Small win: Completely revamped by Body Skincare after getting deep into research about this Bankole's recommendations & small wins: Recommendation: Money Maze Podcast - Interview with the CEO of De Beers && We are different from all other humans in history && The Reality of the Danish Fairytale  Small win: Successful visa application to South Africa Other content: Nigeria's Secured Lending Opportunity - bankole.org  Listeners: We'd love to hear from you. Email info@afrobility.com with feedback! Founders & Operators: We'd love to hear about what you're working on, email us at info@afrobility.com Investors: It would be great to link up with you. Contact us at info@afrobility.com Join our insider mailing list where we get feedback on new episodes & find all episodes on Afrobility.com

On today's podcast episode, we discuss why gaming is a digital advertising hotbed, how consumers are embracing shoppable media, and what happens now that the ride-sharing industry has bounced back. Tune in to the discussion with our forecasting writer Ethan Cramer-Flood.   Follow us on Instagram at:  https://www.instagram.com/insiderintelligence/   For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@insiderintelligence.com For more information visit: https://www.insiderintelligence.com/contact/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com    For a transcript of this episode click here:      © 2023 Insider Intelligence 

Host - Jon HansenGuest - Jewél Jackson from the Illinois Answers Project Editor - Iridian FierroChicago Public Schools has had early conversations with HopSkipDrive, a transportation network company designed specifically for students. Jewél Jackson from the Illinois Answers Project explains how it operates in other cities – and what it would take to work here. To read more on this and other stories, head to BlockClubChicago.org New Goal Update:Block Club Chicago is participating in NewsMatch, an annual campaign that aims to bolster support of nonprofit newsrooms across the nation and fill the gaps news deserts have left.Block Club has participated in the national NewsMatch campaign every year since we launched. The campaign matched donations dollar to dollar to our newsroom. But because of our newsroom's growth (thanks to you!) and the growth of nonprofit news, our newsroom doesn't qualify for matching support from foundations this year.Our newsroom is a recipient of the DEI Partner Fund supported by the Knight Foundation and Heising-Simons Foundation. They are generously donating $8,000 that will contribute to our year-end donation goal.On November 1, we set an ambitious goal to raise $20,000 and reached it in 20 days thanks to the generous support of our readers. We're moving the meter to see if we can double ourinitialgoal by December 31.Every time we've asked for your support, you've never let us down. Help us reach our new goal of $40,000.We're also looking for donors to match their contribution to help us raise even more money from participating in NewsMatch. Offering a match is a powerful tool for our newsroom because it incentivizes other readers to give. The more money we raise, the more we can reinvest in putting reporters on the ground and covering the stories that matter most to you.No donation is too small to match. If you're interested in matching your donation, please reach out to Maple Walker Lloyd at maple@blockclubchi.org.

Jared Quan (Award-Winning, Best-Selling Author) joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to talk about being a 2023 ​Utah Governor Spirit of Service Award Recipient, his work with non-profits throughout the state, and his passion for inspiring others who are interested in reading and writing. Jared also shares some of his favorite authors and how his time driving for Lift to pay for expenses that accrued from his son’s heart condition inspired his book, “Lifted: Adventures in Ridesharing”, and the moment that Jared received the call that his son was going to get a heart transplant. Then we talk about Jared’s work with both Jimmer Fredette’s and Steve Young’s organizations, the goal of bringing students more access to reading and writing resources, and some of the barriers preventing others from getting involved with volunteering and service. Related Links Jared Quan: http://www.jaredquan.com/ List of recipients: https://governor.utah.gov/2023/07/27/gov-spencer-cox-recognizes-recipients-of-second-annual-governors-spirit-of-service-award/ Fredette Family Foundation: https://jimmerosity.org/ Forever Young Foundation: https://foreveryoung.org/

In the first hour SKOR North's Judd Zulgad talks about the legacy of famous newspapers in the midwest and how that media's landscape has changed in his lifetime and talks about the Timberwolves' loss to the Celtics out in Boston, KSTP's Chris Egert has info on UBER/Lyft drivers planning to strike at MSP airport over a change made to the taxi area and shares his inside knowledge of the interesting world of cab drivers. Hour #2 has singer and supermodel Janice Dickinson join the show to talk about her life and her new EP "I Coined It" which is available to listen now wherever you get your music! Plus actor Robert Carradine stops by the program for a conversation on the latest film he's starring in titled "The Night They Came Home" alongside the likes of Danny Trejo and Brian Austin Green which is in select theaters, on demand and digital starting January 12th. In hour #3 Kristyn Burtt reveals a secret about the deep state: none of them can dance. This is also true about the regular state. What's the opposite of a "deep" state? A shallow state? That seems a bit on the nose. Doug Sprinthall and Mick Sterling join us on the Family. Mick and Doug speak about the Legends Breakfast, a fundraiser that none of us can afford to attend. For a more budget-friendly charity that's also local, why not try The 30-Days Foundation? It's spearheaded by Mick and is all about helping Minnesotan make ends meet. If your ends aren't being met, or you have more met ends than you know what to do with, visit https://www.the30-daysfoundation.org/. Stream the show LIVE on the Tom Barnard Show app M-F from 8-12PM or get the show on-demand on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the first hour SKOR North's Judd Zulgad talks about the legacy of famous newspapers in the midwest and how that media's landscape has changed in his lifetime and talks about the Timberwolves' loss to the Celtics out in Boston, KSTP's Chris Egert has info on UBER/Lyft drivers planning to strike at MSP airport over a change made to the taxi area and shares his inside knowledge of the interesting world of cab drivers.Hour #2 has singer and supermodel Janice Dickinson join the show to talk about her life and her new EP "I Coined It" which is available to listen now wherever you get your music! Plus actor Robert Carradine stops by the program for a conversation on the latest film he's starring in titled "The Night They Came Home" alongside the likes of Danny Trejo and Brian Austin Green which is in select theaters, on demand and digital starting January 12th.In hour #3 Kristyn Burtt reveals a secret about the deep state: none of them can dance. This is also true about the regular state. What's the opposite of a "deep" state? A shallow state? That seems a bit on the nose.Doug Sprinthall and Mick Sterling join us on the Family. Mick and Doug speak about the Legends Breakfast, a fundraiser that none of us can afford to attend. For a more budget-friendly charity that's also local, why not try The 30-Days Foundation? It's spearheaded by Mick and is all about helping Minnesotan make ends meet. If your ends aren't being met, or you have more met ends than you know what to do with, visit https://www.the30-daysfoundation.org/.Stream the show LIVE on the Tom Barnard Show app M-F from 8-12PM or get the show on-demand on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

December 21, 2023 - Labor attorney Shannon Liss-Riordan explains the significance of two major settlements the state reached with ridesharing companies, including an end to a major wage theft complaint.

In the first hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Monday, December 4, 2023, we discuss the state of ride-sharing with local Uber and Lyft drivers.

Everything Gig Economy Podcast Related: https://gigeconomyshow.com/Thanks so much for listening. We appreciate each and every one of you!Download the audio podcast https://link.chtbl.com/TheGigEconomyPodcastWhat about those driverless cars that are all the buzz? We're asking the hard questions: Are they safer than human drivers? Would our roads be better off without them? Our conversation goes deep into the controversy, trust issues, and public perception around autonomous vehicles. We also touch on the technical side of the programming that makes them tick. We're not just about the laughs and tech talk though. Ridesharing presents potential dangers and scams too. That's why we're giving you practical tips on how to protect yourself and the importance of reporting any incidents. We also delve into the darker side of ridesharing, discussing the psychology of sexual predators and the importance of safety checks before hopping into your ride. Rounding out the discussion, we examine the controversy around DoorDash's tipping policy and the possible consequences of not tipping. So, get ready for a wild ride through the winding roads of ridesharing and food delivery services.RMI-Inspections Quick and easy online inspections for Uber and Lyft https://bit.ly/3qCTnKfWant to earn more and stay safe? Download Maxymo  https://middletontech.com/gigeconomypodcastLove the show? You now have the opportunity to support the show with some great rewards by becoming a Patron. Tier #2 we offer free merch, an Extra in-depth podcast per month, and an NSFW pre-show https://www.patreon.com/thegigeconpodcastOctopus is a mobile entertainment tablet for your riders. Earn 100.00 per month for having the tablet in your car! No cost for the driver!Octopus Tablet Entertainment https://account.playoctopus.com/join/referred_by/GRPodcastSecurity UnfilteredCyber Security can be a difficult field to not only understand but to also navigate....Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify BuzzcastKeep up to date on the latest podcasting tech & news with the folks at Buzzsprout!Listen on: Apple Podcasts Leadership Lessons From The Great BooksLeaders are readers of the Great Books of Western literature.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showThis podcast is produced by Hey Guys Media Group LLC Want to start your own podcast? Reach out to them today!

On This Week in Google, Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, Ant Pruitt, and Paris Martineau analyze the details and implications of the California DMV suspending Cruise's Robo Taxi permit in San Francisco after a pedestrian was struck and injured by one of their vehicles. For the full video, visit twit.tv/twig/739 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, Ant Pruitt, and Paris Martineau You can find more about TWiT and subscribe to our podcasts at https://podcasts.twit.tv/ Sponsor: GO.ACILEARNING.COM/TWIT

Air Taxis by 2025!? Yep! Electric Aerial Ridesharing is just around the corner. MotorTrend's Ed Loh & Jonny Lieberman chat with Joby Aviation's Marketing, Communications & Brand Leader, Oliver Walker-Jones, about the Joby Aircraft & Electric Aerial Ridesharing service coming in 2025! 1:19 - What is an Air Taxi, or eVTOL (Electric Vertical Take-off and Landing Aircraft)? 3:31 - How are eVTOLs different from Helicopters? 10:15 - Weight capacity - Pilot & four passengers up to 100 miles! 11:33 - Flying at up to 200 mph! 13:00 - Where will they take-off and land from? 15:46 - Electric Aerial Ridesharing services, through partnerships with Uber & Delta. 17:24 - Safety reassurances? Built-in redundancy. 21:33 - Partnered with Toyota. 26:50 - Who makes the batteries? 27:36 - About the company's founder, JoeBen Bevirt. 31:45 - Pricing? Roughly $5-7 per person, per mile. 34:47 - Time saver! Google Maps example. 39:33 - What about in-flight emergencies? 42:23 - Pilot controls - two joysticks. 44:33 - The NASA Puffin. 49:30 - Marchetti's Constant - 30-minute commute. 53:54 - Hurdles to mass adoption. 54:47 - Regulating the skies. 58:27 - 100 mile range. JFK Airport example. 01:00:10 - What about Autonomy or Remote Operation? 01:04:32 - Who are Joby's competitors? 01:09:18 - DOD application. 01:15:12 - Toyota's 100 year pursuit of electric powered flight! 01:19:27 - Announcing their arrival. 01:19:45 - Immediate road to launch. 01:22:08 - Planning to launch in 2025! 01:23:52 - Global markets. 01:25:06 - Island hopping & other use cases. 01:26:25 - Charging & charging Infrastructure. 01:29:30 - First on-board pilot flight scheduled for later this year. 01:31:16 - Is there an on-board parachute for the aircraft? 01:33:40 - Super Bowl moment? 01:36:01 - When can we get in one?