New York to Back Away From Robotaxi Pilot Programs Upstate

Gov. Kathy Hochul had proposed expanding the programs beyond New York City, but they do not have enough support, her office said.

New York Gov. Hochul drops robotaxi service proposal for outside NYC in blow to Waymo

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has pulled a proposal that would have allowed commercial robotaxi services, like Alphabet 's Waymo ...

Waymo denies using remote drivers after Senate testimony goes viral

The robotaxi company has come under scrutiny for its use of remote assistants, some of whom are based in the Philippines.
Tech Xplore

Self-driving cars are poorly prepared for high-risk road situations—here's how AI can improve them

Self-driving cars have made impressive progress. They can follow lanes, keep their distance, and navigate familiar routes with ease. However, despite years of development, they still struggle with one ...
Nature

Will self-driving 'robot labs' replace biologists? Paper sparks debate

AI-driven autonomous robots are coming to biology laboratories, but researchers insist that human skills remain essential.
Future Farming

Autonomy as a strategy – Why a Dutch bulb grower invested in a driverless tractor

For Stef Ruiter, autonomy is not about replacing labour. It is about timing, soil health and long-term resilience. After ...
IEEE

Enhancing Image-Based Object Detection for Autonomous Driving Using Deep Learning Technique

Abstract: Accurate real-time image-based object detection is key to ensuring safety and efficiency in autonomous driving. One of the most common techniques used in real-time object detection is Deep ...