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Vol. II — No. 184Remarkable People · Exceptional CompaniesToday's Edition

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Alan Jiang and the business of going almost nowhere
Founder · Operator · Executive

Alan Jiang and the business of going almost nowhere

After helping Uber expand across Asia, Alan Jiang co-founded Beam to make short journeys work on smaller wheels. His route has taken him from city launches to parking rules, a regulatory reckoning and a merger with a familiar rival.

alan-jiang · beam-mobilityRead →
Company
Skip built a better scooter. The street had other plans.
Consumer · Hardware · Climate

Skip built a better scooter. The street had other plans.

A scooter startup founded by hardware veterans bet on sturdy machines and good manners at City Hall. Its short life reveals how much of a transport business happens after the ride ends.

micromobility · electric-scootersRead →