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Ryde

Can a UK delivery marketplace improve gig worker economics while building a scalable same-day delivery network for SMB partners?

HQUnited Kingdom
IndustryMarketplace / Gig economy
The story

Ryde operates as a UK-based same-day delivery marketplace focused on the gig economy, connecting businesses (restaurants, retail, logistics) with delivery riders. The platform positions itself as improving the lives of gig economy workers. Public evidence is thin on funding history and founding details.

Last 12 months
Product timeline
2020
Ryde operating as a UK delivery marketplace connecting gig economy delivery riders with businesses including restaurants, retail, and logistics partners.· pivot
The stack
Insurance
Zego
Accounting gap: none