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The emergence of ride sharing apps like Lyft and Uber have created
introducing new sellers into the market for taxi services and decreasing the price of rides.
introducing new buyers into the market for taxi services and increasing the price of rides.
pushing traditional taxi companies and drivers out of the market.
requiring all of their drivers to have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving history.
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