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Lawmakers, investors and a California measure press Uber over sexual assaults — Static01.nyt.com

Lawmakers, investors and a California measure press Uber over sexual assaults

Uber is facing mounting scrutiny across the United States as lawmakers, investors and a California ballot initiative move to hold the ride-hailing company accountable for a pattern of sexual violence during rides. In California, a proposed ballot initiative would make ride-hailing companies legally responsible for sexual misconduct and assault against

Uber CEO visits Kaga as company expands rural ride‑hailing in Japan — Static01.nyt.com

Uber CEO visits Kaga as company expands rural ride‑hailing in Japan

Uber’s chief executive, Dara Khosrowshahi, visited Kaga, a small hot‑springs town in western Japan, and hailed a car outside the municipal offices as he said the company intends to grow “outside of the big cities” there. Japan has long restricted Uber’s app to hailing licensed taxis, and

Warnings Over Sexual Misconduct Often Failed to Keep Uber Drivers Off the Road — Static01.nyt.com

Warnings Over Sexual Misconduct Often Failed to Keep Uber Drivers Off the Road

A New York Times investigation found that Uber often left drivers with prior complaints about sexual misconduct on the road until passengers later accused them of serious sexual assault. The reporting drew on lawsuits, internal company documents, court records and interviews with more than a dozen current and former employees.