Wealth | Business | Finance on Instagram: "When Uber first launched, taxi drivers around the world saw it as an existential threat — and their reaction was explosive. In cities like London, Paris, Madrid, and New York, cab drivers staged massive protests, blocking streets, honking in unison, and even surrounding airports. They argued Uber was dodging regulations, undercutting prices, and destroying livelihoods built on expensive taxi medallions. Some demonstrations turned violent, with cars atta