DoorDash Confronts AI Startup Bites Over Delivery Model
DoorDash is challenging the AI-native startup Bites as the rise of agentic ordering threatens the traditional commission-based business model of food delivery apps.

DoorDash is challenging the AI-native startup Bites as the rise of agentic ordering threatens the traditional commission-based business model of food delivery apps.

DoorDash has unveiled its new six-propeller delivery drone, building the system around 13 years of historical order data rather than hardware-first design.

DoorDash has introduced a retail returns program alongside new brand partnerships and reported performance metrics for its drone delivery initiatives.

DoorDash is testing an AI agent for Apple Messages that allows users to place orders and complete checkouts directly within the chat interface.

DoorDash has launched an AI agent called Vera to help over 10,000 employees analyze 350 petabytes of company data.

Costco and DoorDash have launched same-day delivery services in the U.S., marking a significant expansion of their partnership as DoorDash grows its non-restaurant retail business.

DoorDash is investing $425 million in a partnership with food tech firm Wonder, including the acquisition of its campus dining business for $300 million.
