Uber Technologies Inc. (Uber) is a tech startup that provides ride sharing services by facilitating a connection between independent contractors (drivers) and riders with the use of an app. Uber has expanded its operations to 58 countries around the world and is valued at around $41 billion. Because its services costs less than taking a traditional taxi, in the few years it has been in business Uber and similar ride sharing services have upended the taxi industry. The company has experienced resounding success and is looking toward expansion both internationally and within the United States. <ClickHere>