Uber is planning two large technology centres in Bengaluru and Hyderabad, targeting completion by 2027. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi announced the move during a Bengaluru town hall on 14 May, as Uber increases investments in digital infrastructure, logistics, and mobility. The company says it will hire more technical talent for roles spanning back-end infrastructure, autonomous vehicle work, and generative AI. Uber also plans to partner with the Adani Group to build its first Indian data centre, expected to be operational by 2026, alongside a $330 million investment in its local subsidiary.
Uber India Systems has leased about 9 lakh sq ft of chargeable office space in Hyderabad for a decade, signaling a deeper commitment to India’s expanding GCC ecosystem. The company will occupy roughly 901,115 sq ft across Tower 1 floors 11 to 20 at Meenakshi Eco Park, with the lease starting Jan 9, 2026. The deal is valued at nearly Rs 839 crore, includes scheduled 15% rental escalations every three years, and Uber also paid a sizable security deposit.
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Uber is planning to open two new engineering campuses in India, targeting close to 10,000 employees by the end of 2027. The expansion is designed to strengthen product development and day-to-day operations, signaling a major push to deepen local engineering capacity as the company scales its services and technology teams in the country.
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the company will open two tech centres in Bengaluru and Hyderabad by the end of 2027, expanding its India footprint. He also flagged renewed focus on Uber’s two-wheeler business, a growth priority even as regulators tighten rules and fuel prices climb, squeezing costs and shaping strategy.
Uber is partnering with the Adani Group to set up its first data centre in India, a major push to strengthen local infrastructure and operations. In the same ETtech Top 5 update, the spotlight shifts to how cyber insurance and coverage are being tested by accelerating AI risks—raising new stakes for tech firms.
Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik has written to the state cyber crime department asking for an immediate shutdown of app-based bike taxi services by Ola, Uber and Rapido. He alleges they operate without permissions and warn of action under the IT Act and Motor Vehicles Act, citing safety gaps like weak driver verification, insurance and emergency systems, plus a fatal incident last February.
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Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has announced a partnership with Adani Group to set up Uber’s first data center in India. Expected to be operational later this year, the facility will support testing and deploying Uber technologies, strengthening the company’s push to grow as a global innovation hub.
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has begun a five-day visit to India, meeting senior ministers including Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Uber’s pitch centers on strategic investments and platform growth, citing a quadrupling of earners on its platform since 2022. The trip comes as competition intensifies, with Uber leaning into premium offerings and support for fleet operators.
Uber’s long-running plan to stake a claim in the autonomous vehicle race is expanding beyond tech and investments. By positioning itself as a data provider, investor, and distribution channel, the company is also betting that consumer-facing services could accelerate adoption—giving it a new reason to move faster while AV players scramble for scale and reach.
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into Avride, an Uber partner, after reviewing incidents involving its self-driving vehicles. Regulators identified more than a dozen crashes and a reported minor injury, prompting scrutiny of system performance and safety practices as autonomous operations expand.
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Uber-backed electric bike and scooter maker Lime has filed for a US initial public offering, citing a sharp rise in yearly revenue. The company’s decision comes as the US IPO market shows signs of recovery. Lime says it will use IPO proceeds to support operations and repay debt, while continuing to expand across multiple cities globally.
Lime, the Uber backed micromobility company known for bikes and scooters, has filed for an initial public offering. After years of hints and behind the scenes preparation, the company is moving into the public markets, signaling a new phase for its growth plans and capital needs as competition and regulation intensify.
Uber and Nvidia executives say some companies are discovering that replacing workers with AI can be more expensive than expected. They point to token-based pricing that inflates usage costs, sometimes surpassing what employee salaries would cost. Despite mounting bills from AI providers, investment in automation continues, sparking debate over whether AI truly delivers cost savings at scale.
Doordash shares jumped after the company posted a strong quarterly forecast, driven by sustained demand for food and grocery deliveries. The firm is expanding membership programs and broadening grocery coverage across the US and Canada. Even with higher gas prices and increased driver relief costs, Doordash signaled confidence in its performance as Uber reported upbeat delivery growth too.
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Uber shares jumped about 9% in premarket trading after its first-quarter 2026 results beat Wall Street across the metrics investors track most: earnings, bookings, and EBITDA. With $53.7 billion in bookings ahead of forecasts, traders are reassessing whether Uber is moving into another strong growth stretch and what comes next for its growth story.
Uber reported Q1 revenue up 14% year over year, but it narrowly missed expectations. Even so, the stock rose after the company lifted confidence with a strong outlook for Q2 gross bookings and adjusted earnings per share. Analysts say Uber’s steady pricing and push into higher-margin delivery and new geographies, especially internationally, are paying off.
Silicon Valley autonomous vehicle startup Nuro has received approval to begin driverless testing, positioning it ahead of Uber’s planned robotaxi launch. But the catch is stark: Nuro hasn’t actually started driverless testing yet. The permit signals regulatory progress and heightened competition in robotaxi timelines, even as real-world deployment remains pending.
Uber says it wants to repurpose data from its vast network of drivers to help train and test self-driving systems. CTO Praveen Neppalli Naga revealed the idea at TechCrunch’s StrictlyVC event, describing it as an extension of an early initiative announced in late January called AV Labs. The move aims to accelerate real-world sensing for autonomous companies.
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Uber has partnered to let users book hotels directly inside the app, adding about 700000 properties. Uber One members receive 20% off and can earn booking credits, turning trips into a rewards loop. The CEO frames the move as a step toward Uber becoming the single app for everything—beyond rides and into travel planning.
Uber is outsourcing key upkeep for its Lucid Motors robotaxi fleet to Hertz via a newly formed affiliate, Oro Mobility. The fleet management firm is set to handle cleaning, charging, and repairs across multiple mobility segments, reducing operational friction for Uber’s autonomous expansion. The move signals how quickly robotaxi programs are turning to established fleet services.
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