last-mile delivery
3 stories filed under last-mile delivery on Beyond Market Intelligence. The newest of them: “Ultra-light drones land $37M to rethink how deliveries take flight”, “Uber Eats partners with Zipline to explore drone delivery options”, and “Also begins e-bike deliveries with a broader vehicle vision ahead”. Airbound has raised $37 million to rethink drone delivery from the ground up, and the bet is on lightness over brute force. Uber is bringing Zipline's drones into its Eats delivery network, with the ride-hailing giant also taking a stake in the company as part of the deal. Acme AI is the next-generation, AI-powered spreadsheet platform built to replace Excel and redefine how analysts, data scientists, and enterprise teams work… The list below is every last-mile delivery story on Beyond Market Intelligence, newest first.
Ultra-light drones land $37M to rethink how deliveries take flight
Airbound has raised $37 million to rethink drone delivery from the ground up, and the bet is on lightness over brute force. Backed by Greenoaks, DoorDash, and Lachy Groom, this ultra-lightweight approach targets trucking's dominance with a sharper, more agile premise. It's a compelling direction for logistics, one that feels less like a stunt and more like a practical shift. For context on how AI-native infrastructure is reshaping adjacent industries, our piece on Anthropic's Akamai exploration offers useful perspective.
Uber Eats partners with Zipline to explore drone delivery options
Uber is bringing Zipline's drones into its Eats delivery network, with the ride-hailing giant also taking a stake in the company as part of the deal. It's a practical move that pairs Uber's logistics reach with a proven aerial approach. Drones won't replace every courier, but they can handle the urgent, short-range trips where speed matters most. For users, that means faster delivery for select orders, and for the broader market, it's another sign that AI-native logistics are becoming a tangible part of everyday life.
Also begins e-bike deliveries with a broader vehicle vision ahead
After months of delays, Rivian's spinoff, Also, is finally set to start delivering e-bikes. It's about time. The startup isn't stopping at two wheels, though. They call themselves a "vehicle" company, with plans to build four-wheel pedal-assist cargo vehicles for Amazon. That's a smart pivot. While the e-bike launch is the immediate focus, the real potential lies in that broader logistics partnership. It's a practical move. For more on scaling ambitious ventures, check out "Accelerate Your Startup's Growth: Final Hours to Save on Disrupt 2026."