Influential technology content creator and YouTuber Mrwhosetheboss rattled the community recently when he posted a video of issues with Samsung Batteries issue that might lead to exploding. This has caused massive concern for those who use, collect, or even have old Samsung smartphones at home, due to past incidents with the company. Here’s the summary […]
Cinderella stories are often heartwarming to read, but what many people don’t know is that it only takes some strategy and some luck to create their own. Kookoo Crypto is famous now, but he once started out as a college dropout, waiter, and Uber driver. In just a short span of 2 years, he’s earned […]
If you are an Influencer or a Youtuber who uses social media to earn revenue, here’s some news for you: BIR issued a circular that aims to tax any income received by social media influencers. “The BIR has been receiving reports that certain social media influencers have not been paying their income taxes despite earning […]
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It is not yet coming back to the Philippines, however As Uber continues to struggle globally, the ride-hailing company announced that it is closing its customer support office in Los Angeles, leading to a layoff of around 80 employees. In a report by BBC, they were told by Uber that the move is part of […]
It led to a reduction in competition, a gov’t agency said Uber left Singapore like it did many other Southeast Asian countries like the Philippines a few months ago when the company sold their operations to rival Grab in March. But like in many other countries where Uber has bailed, Singapore’s competition watchdog has found […]
Made effective starting today In spite of LTFRB’s efforts to stop Uber from ceasing operations, the ride-hailing app has made up their minds: In an email sent to its users, Uber announced that their app will no longer be available in the Philippines effective today. Uber’s announcement implicates that Grab will be the sole ride-hailing […]
The order delays Grab’s eventual takeover of Uber While Uber has officially sold its Southeast Asia business to rival Grab a few weeks ago, the Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) has ordered Uber to continue its operations beyond the planned end-of-service on April 8. Following a public hearing held last April 5, the antitrust watchdog ordered […]
It will not be a monopoly after all Following the recent Uber-Grab merger, commuters were initially worried at the possible monopoly by Grab. However, the thought of a ride-sharing will not happen—at least that is what the LTFRB claims. During LTFRB’s March 28 presscon, LTFRB Board Member Atty. Aileen Lizada announced that three new TNVS players—namely […]
The Philippines will be affected as well Following news of Uber leaving the Southeast Asia market two weeks ago, Uber and Grab have reached an agreement today, as reported by CNBC. In the agreement, Uber sold its Southeast Asia operations to Grab in exchange for a 27.5 percent stake. Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi will have a seat on Grab’s […]
Exclusive for Smart Subscribers Uber is celebrating its 4th year here in the Philippines, and in line with that, they are giving back to their customers by providing free access to their app. This is made possible with FreeNet, and the offer is exclusive to all Smart, Sun, and Talk N’ Text subscribers. The free […]
Don’t blame the LTFRB for this guys In a few months time, there will be no more Uber here in the Philippines. No, it is not LTFRB’s fault, despite the agency’s numerous tirades against the ride-hailing service. Instead, it is because of Uber closing in a deal with Grab for its Southeast Asia operations, which […]