Uber bolsters platform for post-pandemic life

Uber is testing autonomous, electric delivery robots in Los Angeles to shuttle orders from local merchants to customers in neighbourhoods, Khosrowshahi said. — AFP

SAN FRANCISCO: Uber said on May 16 it is revving up to be a “go anywhere and get anything” service, testing delivery robots, weaving in Google voice commands and more as people shed their pandemic lifestyles.

The San Francisco-based tech firm unveiled enhancements to its platform as it navigates tough economic conditions but looks to ride a busy travel season.