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2026
Bolt and Nvidia announce European robotaxi collaboration
Bolt selected Nvidia’s Alpamayo Stack for its European robotaxi project and will work with Nvidia to adapt the software for European roads and integrate it into vehicles from multiple manufacturers. Bolt plans to deploy at least 25,000 future Lucid vehicles with Level 4 autonomous-driving capability based on Nvidia’s Hyperion platform.
2026
Bolt launches Bolt Plus subscription service in Kenya
Ride-hailing platform Bolt launched Bolt Plus, a monthly subscription service for frequent users in Kenya, priced at Sh280 per month or Sh899 per year with the first month free for new subscribers and an introductory rate of Sh119 per month for the first six months. Benefits include cashback on rides credited to Bolt Balance, priority driver matching, three free ride cancellations per month, and free food-delivery fees, available nationwide through the Bolt and Bolt Food apps.
2026
Bolt and Lucid target at least 25,000 self-driving vehicles in Europe
Bolt and Lucid have set a joint target of at least 25,000 self-driving vehicles in Europe, as reported by Reuters.
2026
Lucid and Bolt team up to deploy 25,000 robotaxis across Europe
Lucid and Bolt have teamed up to deploy 25,000 robotaxis across Europe, according to Reuters.
2026
Lucid Motors and Bolt announce robotaxi partnership for Europe
Lucid Motors and Bolt announced a partnership under which Bolt aims to deploy at least 25,000 fully autonomous vehicles built on Lucid's upcoming mid-size EV architecture in Europe; no vehicle orders have been placed yet.
2026
Bolt launches AI-powered insurance distribution platform
Bolt launched an AI-powered insurance distribution platform covering admitted, excess and surplus, and wholesale markets, available nationwide in the US. The platform combines customer engagement tools, workflow automation, and market access for distribution partners including independent agencies, brokerages, carriers, and consumer and commercial brands.
2022
Bolt increases ride fares in Nairobi
Bolt increased fares by 4 percent in Nairobi, including per-kilometre rates and minimum and start fares for some ride categories. The company said the increase was aimed at hedging driver earnings against rising fuel costs.
2022
Bolt Food expands delivery service to six Kenyan towns
Bolt Food expanded its delivery services to Kiambu, Kikuyu, Ngong, Kiserian, Athi River and Kitengela in Kenya.
2022
Bolt announces plan to shut operations in Belarus
Bolt said it plans to shut down its operations in Belarus. The source describes this as a planned action, not a completed shutdown.
2022
Bolt announces plan to remove Russian products from Bolt Market
Bolt said it planned to remove Russian products from Bolt Market as one of three steps. The source reports this as a plan, not a completed removal.
2022
Bolt raises €628 million in funding round
Bolt announced that it raised €628 million in a funding round led by Sequoia and Fidelity Management, bringing its valuation to €7.4 billion.
2021
Bolt launches Remote Checkout
Bolt launched Remote Checkout, a tool that lets shoppers make purchases from the point where they discover a product.
2021
Bolt announces acquisition of Tipser
Bolt announced that it had acquired Tipser, a Swedish technology company that enables direct checkout on digital surfaces. The transaction was an all-stock deal; its exact figures were not disclosed.
2021
Bolt and MAX partner to expand driver vehicle financing in Nigeria
Bolt partnered with Metro Africa Express (MAX) to expand Bolt’s vehicle financing program in Nigeria, including a lease-to-own framework for ride-hailing drivers.
2021
Bolt launches Bolt Food in Nigeria
Bolt launched its Bolt Food delivery service in Nigeria. Initially, customers could order from more than 100 restaurants in Lagos Island.
2021
Bolt raises €600 million in funding
Bolt raised €600 million in a funding round led by new and existing investors. The article says the funding is intended to develop its grocery delivery service, Bolt Market.
2021
Bolt launches vehicle financing programme for drivers
Bolt launched a vehicle financing programme in Nigeria to help drivers own cars with low equity repayment. The initiative was developed in partnership with Sterling Bank’s Alternative Finance.
2021
Badgley Mischka partners with Bolt on SSO Commerce
Badgley Mischka said it partnered with Bolt to use Bolt SSO Commerce, which it said would help serve first-time shoppers as returning shoppers and provide personalized experiences.
2021
Bolt announces Tallinn car rental scheme
Bolt announced that it would launch a car rental scheme in Tallinn alongside its scooter and taxi service on Tuesday, May 4; the source describes the launch as planned.
2021
Bolt introduces Bolt Green in Nairobi
Bolt Kenya announced the introduction of Bolt Green, a ride category featuring hybrid and electric cars, for customers in Nairobi.