Uber acquires Hong Kong’s FlyTaxi ahead of new ride‑hailing regulations
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 10:28 UTC
- Sources: South China Morning Post
South China Morning Post says Uber will purchase the local cab‑ordering platform FlyTaxi to expand its taxi‑hailing services before the Hong Kong government implements a regulatory framework for ride‑hailing later this year. Uber stated FlyTaxi will continue operating under its brand, aiming to boost driver earnings and market presence.
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