1. Trends & External Forces

Minneapolis Faces Potential Loss of Uber and Lyft

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Residents of Minneapolis, Minnesota, are bracing for the imminent departure of Uber and Lyft, the popular ride-hailing apps. The reason? A contentious dispute with the city’s government over driver pay is threatening to disrupt the everyday commutes and travel plans of thousands of residents.

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