EquityZen’s Haslett on Uber IPO, Driver strike, Business Model

The transcript discusses the potential impact of global strikes on Uber's IPO, the sustainability of the gig economy, and Uber's business model. It highlights Uber's diversification strategy to differentiate from Lyft and the implications of Uber and Lyft's IPOs for Asian ride-sharing companies. The discussion also covers investment strategies, profitability concerns, and the focus on gross volume over profit.

What are the potential impacts of global strikes on Uber's IPO?

How does the gig economy business model affect Uber's profitability?

What strategies might Uber employ to close its significant losses?

In what ways can Uber differentiate itself from Lyft?

What implications do the IPOs of Uber and Lyft have for Asian ride-sharing companies?