Uber cuts 3,300 jobs to fund AI and self-driving push
Uber announced a 10% global workforce reduction, roughly 3,300 to 3,400 jobs, aimed at simplifying the organization, cutting management layers, and freeing resources for drivers, couriers, merchants, and autonomous driving initiatives. The company will consolidate teams around major hubs in SF and NY and require most employees to work in-office, signaling a broader push into AI and self-driving technology amid industry competition.
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About Dara Khosrowshahi
Dara Khosrowshahi is an Iranian and American business executive who is the chief executive officer of Uber. He was previously CEO of Expedia Group, a company that owns several travel fare aggregators. He is on the board of directors of BET.com and Hotels.com, and was on the board of The New York Times Company.
Everything about Dara Khosrowshahi →- Occupation
- entrepreneur, businessperson
- Citizenship
- Iran, United States
- Born
- May 28, 1969