šŗšø Uber halts Drizly's operations, shifting focus to UberEats. Uber's decision to shut down Drizly, the alcohol delivery app, marks a strategic shift. The service, acquired for over ā¬1B in 2021, will be integrated into UberEats, amidst previous challenges including a ā¬6M settlement and a data breach.
Uber's acquisition of Drizly in October 2021 for a hefty sum of over ā¬1B was a major move in the alcohol delivery sector. Despite its standalone presence, Drizly faced integration challenges and strategic shifts.
With Uber's pivot towards a single-app strategy, Drizly's standalone operations became redundant. This strategic decision reflects Uberās broader focus on centralizing services under UberEats, including food, groceries, and now alcohol delivery.
Drizly's history includes a ā¬6M settlement for not paying tips to drivers and avoiding sales tax. Additionally, the 2020 data breach of 2.5 million customers' information raised significant security concerns.
The layoff of 250 employees from Cornershop, another Uber acquisition, parallels Drizly's fate. Both cases reflect Uber's ongoing efforts to streamline operations and focus on profitable ventures.
While UberEats offers convenience, it may not be the preferred choice for customers and workers. The integration raises concerns about pay, order volume, and transparency for gig workers.
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