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self-driving

Comprehensive coverage of the technological advancements, regulatory challenges and market dynamics shaping the rapidly evolving field of self-driving cars. In-depth profiles of key players, from pioneering startups to tech giants, examining the strategic partnerships and investments driving innovation. The economic, legal and societal implications of autonomous vehicles, with expert commentary on how this technology will transform industries and everyday life. Expect a blend of data-driven analysis with visionary perspectives, essential for staying ahead in this transformative industry. Read more about Technology.

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Wayve CEO Alex Kendall Raises $1.5B to Steer Europe’s Robotaxi Dreams

Alex Kendall’s Wayve lands $1.5 billion in funding at an $8.6 billion valuation, accelerating plans to deploy self-driving cars in London and expand with Uber.
By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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Dara Khosrowshahi Doubles Down on Uber’s Robotaxi Strategy

Dara Khosrowshahi deepens Uber’s AV strategy with a new division focused on infrastructure, insurance and partner support.
By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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Waymo Valued at $126B as Co-CEOs Accelerate Robotaxi Expansion

Led by co-CEOs Tekedra Mawakana and Dmitri Dolgov, Waymo hits a $126 billion valuation while expanding robotaxis across the U.S. and abroad.
By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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Raquel Urtasun Raises $1B to Expand Waabi Into Robotaxis

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang speaks during Nvidia Live at CES 2026

Jensen Huang Shakes Vegas With Nvidia’s Physical A.I. Vision at CES

By Sissi Cao
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At the Bass in Miami, Lawrence Lek’s Odyssey for an Era Shaped by A.I.

By Elisa Carollo
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Waymo Co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana on What’s Next: Highways, Airports, New Cities

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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Tesla’s Energy Business Gains Momentum as Elon Musk’s A.I. Dreams Stall

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi Bets on Autonomous Cars to Revive Slowing EV Market

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly

Inside Waabi CEO Raquel Urtasun’s Bid to Make Driverless Trucks a 2025 Reality

By The Editors
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Nvidia Unveils A.I. Models to Give Robots Human-Like Reasoning Skills

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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Jensen Huang Declares Nvidia Has Outgrown Its Chipmaking Roots

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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Tesla’s Robotaxi Launch Draws Wall Street Praise—But Scaling Doubts Linger

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
Google CEO Sundar Pichai addresses the crowd

Sundar Pichai Says Google Will Hire More Human Engineers Because of A.I.

By Victor Dey
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Canadian Startup Waabi Is Bringing Self-Driving Trucks to Texas: CEO Interview

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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Federal Science Funding Cuts Put A.I.’s Foundation at Risk, Experts Warn

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
A Waymo robotaxi Jaguar I-PACEs driverless car drives around downtown Los Angeles

Awkward—A.I. Struggles to Understand Human Social Interactions, Study Finds

By Linda Carroll
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Rivian’s Board Welcomes an A.I. CEO Amid Push to Autonomous Driving

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
Uber's CEO Dara Khosrowshahi waves as he leavs a meeting with French President at the Elysee presidential palace in Paris on May 23, 2018 on the day of the "Tech for Good" summit.

Uber CEO Hopes to Attract Tesla as a Self-Driving Partner Using His ‘Charm’

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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Waymo Co-CEO Is Optimistic About Self-Driving Regulation Under Trump and Musk

By Aaron Mok
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Alphabet’s Waymo Expands Beyond US to the World’s Most Populous City

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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Elon Musk Says Driving a Non-Autonomous Gas Car Will Be Like Using a Flip Phone

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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Elon Musk’s Tesla Robotaxi Reveal Is Filled With Glamour But Missing Details

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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Elon Musk Talks Up Robotaxi and Dojo Supercomputer as EV Profit Slides

By Alexandra Tremayne-Pengelly
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