Uber Technologies, Inc. is a technology company that operates a global platform connecting riders, drivers, couriers, restaurants and shippers. Founded in 2009 by Garrett Camp and Travis Kalanick and headquartered in San Francisco, Uber developed one of the first large-scale ride-hailing marketplaces and has since expanded into a broader set of mobility and logistics services. The company completed its initial public offering in 2019 and continues to position its app-based network as a multi-modal transportation and delivery platform.
Uber’s principal businesses include mobility services (ride-hailing and shared rides), delivery through Uber Eats, and freight logistics via Uber Freight. The company also offers micromobility options such as electric bikes and scooters in select markets and maintains enterprise-focused services like Uber for Business and healthcare transportation programs. In addition, Uber has invested in advanced technologies related to mapping and autonomy, while partnering with local operators and third-party providers to extend its service footprint and capabilities.
Uber operates across a large number of cities and regions worldwide, with a strong presence in North America, Latin America, Europe and parts of the Asia-Pacific region, though it has modified its market footprint over time through strategic exits, sales or local partnerships. Dara Khosrowshahi has served as chief executive officer since 2017, leading a period of corporate restructuring and renewed focus on profitability and regulatory engagement. The company continues to evolve its product mix and market strategy in response to competition, regulatory environments and changing mobility patterns.