robotaxis
PulseAugur coverage of robotaxis — every cluster mentioning robotaxis across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
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Robotaxis tested in London amidst concerns over city's readiness
Robotaxis are being tested in London, raising questions about their readiness for the city's complex environment. Prototypes designed for less congested areas like California are being evaluated for their ability to nav…
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Robotaxis face accusations of deadheading and hogging San Francisco's curb space
Robotaxis are facing accusations of "deadheading" and hogging valuable curb and charging space in San Francisco. This practice involves vehicles driving without passengers, which critics argue unfairly utilizes public r…
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New film "Road Rage" casts robotaxis as villains, tapping AI fears
A new short film titled "Road Rage" is in production, portraying autonomous robotaxis as antagonists. The film aims to tap into existing public anxieties surrounding artificial intelligence and its integration into tran…
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Uber safety drivers risk skill loss in robotaxis, study warns
Human safety drivers in Uber's robotaxi fleet may experience a degradation of their skills due to the passive nature of their role. Constantly observing without actively intervening could lead to a decline in their abil…
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Robotaxis face city, worker, and regulator battles over operational rules
Robotaxis are currently operating on public roads, leading to significant debates among cities, employees, and regulators regarding their operational scope and governance. The core of the conflict lies in determining th…
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Waymo develops custom chip, reducing NVIDIA reliance for robotaxis
Waymo has developed its own custom chip for its autonomous vehicles, aiming to reduce its dependence on NVIDIA. This new 5nm chip, capable of 1000 TOPS, will power the sixth generation of Waymo's robotaxis. The move is …
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Uber and Pony.ai expand robotaxi service to four new European cities
Uber and Pony.ai are expanding their robotaxi partnership to four additional European cities, building on their initial operations in Zagreb, Croatia. The companies aim to deploy 2,000 autonomous vehicles across Europe.…
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NVIDIA releases Alpamayo 2 Super for autonomous vehicles, offering open commercial use · 4 sources tracked
NVIDIA has released Alpamayo 2 Super, a new open-source model designed for robotaxis and autonomous vehicles. This model, built on NVIDIA Cosmos 3 Super Reasoner and enhanced with reinforcement learning, aims to improve…
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Elon Musk's ATCF chip fab in Texas shows rapid construction progress · 2 sources tracked
Elon Musk's Advanced Technology Chip Fab (ATCF) in Texas is showing rapid construction progress, with recent drone footage indicating work has accelerated significantly. This facility, a joint venture between Tesla and …
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Robotaxis Approved Without Steering Wheels, Brake Pedals Next
Regulators have approved some autonomous vehicles to operate without steering wheels, and the removal of brake pedals may be the next step. This development raises concerns about the safety and control of self-driving t…
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NVIDIA vehicles spotted in Hamburg, sparking speculation on robotaxis and data collection
Two Mastodon users in Hamburg reported seeing vehicles that appeared to be equipped with NVIDIA technology, possibly for autonomous driving or data collection. One user speculated the cars might be related to NVIDIA's r…
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AMD challenges NVIDIA with new AI systems; IBM sees AI deal delays
The Register's AI section highlights several significant developments. AMD has launched its Helios systems, aiming to compete with NVIDIA's Vera Rubin platform in AI compute. In the realm of software, IBM suggests that …
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Tesla Robotaxis Reportedly Moving in Reverse Amidst Technical Concerns
Tesla's robotaxi service is reportedly facing significant setbacks, with reports indicating that the service is moving in reverse. This suggests a potential issue with the technology or its implementation, raising quest…
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Uber expands into travel, data collection, and financial services
Uber is expanding its services beyond ride-hailing and delivery, incorporating hotel bookings through a partnership with Expedia and "shop for me" features. The company is also developing a data-gathering operation call…
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Robotaxis face widespread backlash, threatening expansion
Robotaxis are facing significant backlash across the United States, with some experts suggesting a return to traditional taxis is imminent. The widespread deployment of these autonomous vehicles has brought numerous pro…
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Robotaxis Fail to Reduce Traffic Congestion, Study Finds
A new study indicates that robotaxis, such as those operated by Waymo, do not significantly reduce traffic congestion compared to traditional ride-hailing services. The research found that these autonomous vehicles are …
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Robotaxis become dumping grounds for bizarre lost items
Robotaxis are becoming a common mode of transport, but passengers are leaving behind an unusual assortment of items. Uber's annual Lost and Found Index revealed that personal belongings like a Beanie Baby, a bowling bal…
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AI Super PACs Clash as China's Tech Tourism Surges
Two super PACs focused on promoting artificial intelligence in politics are reportedly in conflict, with one group actively refusing to cooperate with the other and even pressuring members of Congress to distance themse…
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California allows police to ticket robotaxis, but is it the right fix?
California has updated regulations to allow law enforcement to issue traffic tickets directly to autonomous vehicles, addressing a previous loophole that frustrated police. The new rules aim to hold robotaxi companies a…
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Google DeepMind maps AGI path; Waymo, Wayve advance robotaxi tech
Google DeepMind has outlined a framework for achieving Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) by identifying 10 crucial cognitive abilities. This approach moves beyond simple performance metrics to assess human-like reas…