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#tesla
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Elon's admission | TechCrunch

Tesla owners will need hardware upgrades for future Full Self-Driving software, requiring microfactories to service millions of vehicles.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
11 hours ago

Tesla wins big as NHTSA drops three-year, 120k unit probe against Model Y

NHTSA closed a probe into 120,089 Tesla Model Ys after two steering wheel detachment incidents, requiring no action from Tesla.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
14 hours ago

Tesla begins probing owners on FSD's navigation errors with small but mighty change

Tesla has improved its Full Self-Driving reporting by replacing the 'Other' category with 'Navigation' to better address user feedback on navigation errors.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Tesla expands Robotaxi in a way that was long anticipated

Tesla has launched the Robotaxi app for Android, expanding access to its autonomous ride-hailing service for millions of users.
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Elon's admission | TechCrunch

Tesla owners will need hardware upgrades for future Full Self-Driving software, requiring microfactories to service millions of vehicles.
Cars
fromTESLARATI
11 hours ago

Tesla wins big as NHTSA drops three-year, 120k unit probe against Model Y

NHTSA closed a probe into 120,089 Tesla Model Ys after two steering wheel detachment incidents, requiring no action from Tesla.
more#tesla
#autonomous-vehicles
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

'A Solution, But To What Problem?' Experts Say AVs Are The Elephant In The Room, But There's Still Time To Figure Out Their Role - Streetsblog New York City

Autonomous vehicles require a comprehensive discussion on benefits, risks, and regulations to ensure a balanced approach to their integration into society.
Cars
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Mowing Down Simulated Elephants Could Help Self-Driving Cars Prepare For the Chaos of Real Life Streets

New benchmark for testing self-driving cars introduces random scenarios to improve model robustness and address limitations in current training methods.
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Most people still don't want anything to do with robotaxis

Public skepticism towards autonomous vehicles remains high despite advancements in technology and safety assurances.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 week ago

'A Solution, But To What Problem?' Experts Say AVs Are The Elephant In The Room, But There's Still Time To Figure Out Their Role - Streetsblog New York City

Autonomous vehicles require a comprehensive discussion on benefits, risks, and regulations to ensure a balanced approach to their integration into society.
Cars
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Mowing Down Simulated Elephants Could Help Self-Driving Cars Prepare For the Chaos of Real Life Streets

New benchmark for testing self-driving cars introduces random scenarios to improve model robustness and address limitations in current training methods.
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Most people still don't want anything to do with robotaxis

Public skepticism towards autonomous vehicles remains high despite advancements in technology and safety assurances.
more#autonomous-vehicles
#robotaxi
Toronto startup
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Tesla's Cybercab goes into production - so why is Musk tapping the brakes?

Elon Musk acknowledges the need to solve autonomy for a successful robotaxi business.
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago
Cars

Geely Says This Is China's First Purpose-Built Robotaxi. I'm Not So Sure

Geely's EVA Cab is a purpose-built robotaxi designed for ride-hailing, featuring no steering wheel and supporting battery swapping.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Cars

Why fully self-driving cars are almost impossible

Self-driving cars are not truly autonomous despite advancements by companies like Waymo and Tesla.
Cars
fromArs Technica
17 hours ago

Start with the sensors, then design the rest: How Zoox built its robotaxi

Robotaxis, like Zoox's, are purpose-built for self-driving, featuring advanced sensors and a symmetrical design for improved functionality in urban environments.
Toronto startup
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Tesla's Cybercab goes into production - so why is Musk tapping the brakes?

Elon Musk acknowledges the need to solve autonomy for a successful robotaxi business.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

Geely Says This Is China's First Purpose-Built Robotaxi. I'm Not So Sure

Geely's EVA Cab is a purpose-built robotaxi designed for ride-hailing, featuring no steering wheel and supporting battery swapping.
more#robotaxi
#elon-musk
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
6 hours ago

Elon Musk testifies Google co-founder sided with the robots: 'Larry Page called me a speciesist' | Fortune

Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI centers on claims of betrayal and seeks over $150 billion in damages.
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
7 hours ago

Elon Musk Testifies That He Started OpenAI to Prevent a 'Terminator Outcome'

Elon Musk and Sam Altman are in court over OpenAI's governance and future, with potential implications for its IPO plans.
Artificial intelligence
fromKqed
4 hours ago

Elon Musk Takes Aim at OpenAI as Trial Begins: 'It's Not OK to Steal a Charity' | KQED

Elon Musk claims OpenAI abandoned its founding promise to benefit humanity, shifting to a for-profit model for survival.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.npr.org
10 hours ago

As trial against OpenAI begins, Elon Musk seeks Sam Altman's ouster

Elon Musk is suing Sam Altman over OpenAI's shift from nonprofit to for-profit, claiming it violates the charity's founding principles.
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
6 hours ago

Elon Musk testifies Google co-founder sided with the robots: 'Larry Page called me a speciesist' | Fortune

Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI centers on claims of betrayal and seeks over $150 billion in damages.
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
7 hours ago

Elon Musk Testifies That He Started OpenAI to Prevent a 'Terminator Outcome'

Elon Musk and Sam Altman are in court over OpenAI's governance and future, with potential implications for its IPO plans.
Artificial intelligence
fromKqed
4 hours ago

Elon Musk Takes Aim at OpenAI as Trial Begins: 'It's Not OK to Steal a Charity' | KQED

Elon Musk claims OpenAI abandoned its founding promise to benefit humanity, shifting to a for-profit model for survival.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.npr.org
10 hours ago

As trial against OpenAI begins, Elon Musk seeks Sam Altman's ouster

Elon Musk is suing Sam Altman over OpenAI's shift from nonprofit to for-profit, claiming it violates the charity's founding principles.
more#elon-musk
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
16 hours ago

Electric Motorcycles and Scooters Face Hacking Risks to Security and Rider Safety

Electric motorcycles from Zero Motorcycles and scooters from Yadea have vulnerabilities that could impact physical security and safety.
EU data protection
fromGlobal IP & Technology Law Blog
8 hours ago

At A Crossroads Issue #4: Revised EU Antitrust Rules on Technology Transfers - Implications for the Automotive and Transportation Industry

The European Commission revised the Technology Transfer Block Exemption Regulation to enhance legal certainty for technology licensing in evolving markets.
Intellectual property law
fromFast Company
7 hours ago

Elon Musk's xAI is suing to fight an AI discrimination law-and the Trump administration is backing it

Colorado's AI regulation law faces a lawsuit from xAI, claiming it burdens constitutional rights and violates federal equal protection laws.
#google
fromTechCrunch
10 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

Google expands Pentagon's access to its AI after Anthropic's refusal | TechCrunch

Tech industry
fromForbes
10 hours ago

Google'sAI Stack Benefits From New Diversity In Software And Chips

Google's advancements in AI and proprietary hardware have significantly boosted investor confidence, leading to a 120% increase in Alphabet shares over the past year.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
10 hours ago

Google expands Pentagon's access to its AI after Anthropic's refusal | TechCrunch

Google has allowed the U.S. Department of Defense access to its AI for classified networks, despite employee opposition and concerns over ethical use.
more#google
fromHarvard Business Review
1 day ago

The Future Is Shrouded in an AI Fog

Confidence in a specific vision of the future is the foundation for long-term investment. You purchase a 30-year bond when you believe in the solvency of the issuer.
Venture
European startups
fromInfoWorld
17 hours ago

Xiaomi releases MITlicensed MiMo models for longrunning AI agents

MiMo-V2.5 and MiMo-V2.5-Pro offer developers cost-effective AI models for coding and workflow automation with a 1-million-token context window.
Mission District
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Two Delivery Bots Blunder Into the Middle of a Police Incident, Have Awkward Standoff

Delivery robots often create disruptions and safety concerns in urban environments.
#openai
fromTheregister
9 hours ago
Artificial intelligence

OpenAI jumps out of Microsoft's bed, into Amazon's Bedrock

OpenAI's models are now available on AWS Bedrock, providing enterprises with secure access without exposing data to OpenAI's APIs.
Mobile UX
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

OpenAI could be making a phone with AI agents replacing apps | TechCrunch

OpenAI is reportedly developing a smartphone in collaboration with MediaTek, Qualcomm, and Luxshare, focusing on AI-driven features instead of traditional apps.
Tech industry
fromAxios
19 hours ago

OpenAI breaks free of Microsoft's cloud

OpenAI can now sell through any cloud, limiting Microsoft's revenue share and removing the AGI clause from their agreement.
more#openai
#self-driving-cars
London politics
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Waymo Baffles Police When it Plows Through Taped Off Crime Scene

Self-driving cars in London face significant operational challenges, as demonstrated by a recent incident involving a Waymo vehicle breaching a police cordon.
London politics
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Waymo Baffles Police When it Plows Through Taped Off Crime Scene

Self-driving cars in London face significant operational challenges, as demonstrated by a recent incident involving a Waymo vehicle breaching a police cordon.
more#self-driving-cars
#waymo
London
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Waymo self-driving cars face toughest test yet: London

Waymo is testing its autonomous driving software in London, moving towards a fully driverless ride-hailing service with trained specialists on standby.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Waymo wants its robotaxis on Toronto streets. But roadblocks await | CBC News

Waymo is considering expanding its autonomous taxi service to Canada, particularly Toronto, but faces significant challenges including weather and regulatory hurdles.
London
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Waymo self-driving cars face toughest test yet: London

Waymo is testing its autonomous driving software in London, moving towards a fully driverless ride-hailing service with trained specialists on standby.
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Waymo wants its robotaxis on Toronto streets. But roadblocks await | CBC News

Waymo is considering expanding its autonomous taxi service to Canada, particularly Toronto, but faces significant challenges including weather and regulatory hurdles.
more#waymo
Science
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

'Self-aware' robots can learn complex tasks by watching humans. Is that a good thing?

Robotics scientists in Switzerland are advancing robots' ability to perform complex tasks through new adaptive learning methods.
Digital life
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

Sam Altman Wants to Know Whether You're Human

Sam Altman announced World ID, a service to verify human identity using biometric data to combat digital impersonation.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
13 hours ago

Dealerships Are 'Terrified' Direct Sales Might Be The Future

Direct-to-consumer sales are disrupting traditional dealership models, with many states still restricting this approach.
#ai-agents
more#ai-agents
EU data protection
fromWIRED
10 hours ago

'It's Undignified': Hundreds of Workers Training Meta's AI Could Be Laid Off

Meta's layoffs threaten over 700 jobs at Covalen, impacting workers refining AI models and content moderation.
#ai
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Opinion: 3 Main Drivers Will Define the Next Phase of the AI Race - and Only a Few Companies Actually Have Them

AI trade is revitalizing, with semiconductor companies leading due to strong demand and evolving AI technologies.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Startup companies

TechCrunch Mobility: Who is poaching all the self-driving vehicle talent? | TechCrunch

fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago
Silicon Valley

Elon Musk trial against Sam Altman to reveal OpenAI power struggle

The trial between Musk and Altman could reshape AI's power dynamics and involves allegations of betrayal over OpenAI's mission shift.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

The AI Revolution Is Mostly Marketing - and Here's the Proof It's Overhyped

AI's impact on productivity and employment remains questionable, yet companies are rapidly adopting it amid significant job losses in the tech sector.
Artificial intelligence
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Opinion: 3 Main Drivers Will Define the Next Phase of the AI Race - and Only a Few Companies Actually Have Them

AI trade is revitalizing, with semiconductor companies leading due to strong demand and evolving AI technologies.
Startup companies
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

TechCrunch Mobility: Who is poaching all the self-driving vehicle talent? | TechCrunch

A talent war in the AI sector is driving salaries for specialized roles in autonomous vehicles to between $300,000 and $500,000.
Silicon Valley
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Elon Musk trial against Sam Altman to reveal OpenAI power struggle

The trial between Musk and Altman could reshape AI's power dynamics and involves allegations of betrayal over OpenAI's mission shift.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

The AI Revolution Is Mostly Marketing - and Here's the Proof It's Overhyped

AI's impact on productivity and employment remains questionable, yet companies are rapidly adopting it amid significant job losses in the tech sector.
more#ai
Silicon Valley
fromwww.businessinsider.com
15 hours ago

Snap's Evan Spiegel warns tech leaders are underestimating a coming backlash against AI

Tech leaders may be misjudging public sentiment towards AI, leading to potential societal pushback and slower adoption rates.
fromTNW | Insights
8 hours ago

Musk v. Altman opening arguments:

"Ladies and gentlemen, we are here today because the defendants in this case stole a charity. Without Musk, there would be no OpenAI, pure and simple."
Intellectual property law
New York City
fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
#super-cruise
Cars
frominsideevs.com
11 hours ago

GM's Next-Gen Super Cruise Is Training On 100 Years Of Human Driving' Every Day

GM plans to launch Super Cruise with hands-off capability in 2028 on a lidar-equipped Cadillac Escalade IQ, expanding to combustion engine vehicles.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
14 hours ago

GM Hits 1 Billion Hands-Free Miles, Drops Google Gemini Into 4 Million Cars

General Motors' Super Cruise system has achieved 1 billion hands-free miles with 750,000 enabled cars in North America.
more#super-cruise
Cars
frominsideevs.com
6 hours ago

Chinese EVs Can Now Project Entire Movies From Their Headlights

China's EVs now feature headlights that can project full-color movies, enhancing driver-assistance capabilities.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
10 hours ago

Enterprises need to think beyond GPUs for agentic AI, analysts say

Enterprises must evaluate hardware options and pricing models for Agentic AI, emphasizing CPU importance for workflow management over GPU usage.
Cars
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

The AI-designed car is taking shape

AI is transforming the car design process, significantly reducing development time from months to hours.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
14 hours ago

Canonical's approach to AI is refreshingly thoughtful - Microsoft should take note

Canonical integrates AI into Ubuntu with a focus on open-source principles and user control, unlike Microsoft's approach.
Cars
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Meet the early pioneers who shaped the future of today's self-driving cars

The development of driverless cars began decades ago, with key contributions from innovators like Ernst Dickmanns and events like the DARPA Grand Challenges.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Existential Risk': Western Car Companies Are Blowing The Software Race

Western car companies are losing control of user experience to third-party firms, jeopardizing their competitiveness in software-defined vehicles.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Mindreading, Driving, and Limitations for Self-Driving Cars

Safe driving requires mindreading—inferring others' goals and intentions—so stronger theory-of-mind skills improve safety, and autonomous vehicles may need similar capabilities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Look, no hands': China chases the driverless dream at Beijing car show

In China's cut-throat domestic market, nearly every big carmaker is investing heavily in the software and computing power needed to make hands-free driving a reality as they compete to offer additional perks and find new ways to generate revenue.
Cars
Science
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

The first cars bold enough to drive themselves

Leonardo Torres Quevedo's 1904 Telekino demonstrated the first wireless-controlled vehicle, pioneering remote-control systems that foreshadow modern autonomous vehicle technology.
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Elon Musk admits that millions of Tesla vehicles won't get unsupervised FSD

For customers that have bought FSD, what we're offering is essentially a discounted trade-in for cars that have AI4 hardware. We'll also be offering the ability to upgrade the car to replace the computer.
Cars
Cars
fromFast Company
6 days ago

AI is eliminating one of the biggest bottlenecks of car design

Aerodynamics significantly influence vehicle design, and AI is accelerating aerodynamic analysis, improving efficiency in car production.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

Driverless cars, meet your eye doctor

Kinetic's CEO Nikhil Naikal states, 'We have eyes, and when we need to correct vision, we go to an optometrist... In the same way, this is a digital prescription to correct the errors of the car's understanding of the world around it.'
Cars
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