Tech Earnings Breakdown: $UBER, $LYFT, $KIND with TechCrunch's Alex Wilhelm | E1845

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Nov 11, 2023

In this engaging discussion, Alex Wilhelm, Senior Editor at TechCrunch and expert on tech finance, joins to dissect the latest earnings from Uber, Lyft, and Nextdoor. He breaks down Uber's journey to profitability and contrasts it with Lyft's struggles. The conversation also delves into WeWork's failed model and evaluates the shifting career landscape as AI continues to advance. Expect insights on financial strategies, market dynamics, and the evolving startup ecosystem, sprinkled with humor and sharp analysis!

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ANECDOTE

Jason's Uber Investment

Jason was an early investor in Uber and is still friends with Travis Kalanick.
Travis is now working on a new company but prefers to keep it private.

INSIGHT

Uber's Transformation

Uber, once doubted for its profitability, has become a cash-generating business under Dara Khosrowshahi's leadership.
Its recent financial success reflects a healthy global consumer base.

INSIGHT

Journalistic Perspectives on Uber

Journalists often analyze businesses through different lenses, like culture or finance.
Uber's aggressive, "pirate" mentality was a double-edged sword, attracting both praise and criticism.

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