TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era

# Uber Is Betting Big on Owning More of Its Own Stuff Uber is shifting strategy to own more of its own assets—like vehicles and delivery infrastructure—instead of relying entirely on independent drivers and contractors. This move could help the company save money, have more control over its service, and reduce its dependence on workers who set their own schedules. The change reflects how companies are increasingly using AI and data to decide whether it's cheaper and more efficient to own things outright rather than coordinate with lots of independent people.