Stepfun Raises $719 Million to Expand AI and Automotive Projects
Chinese AI startup Stepfun secured $719 million to accelerate foundational model development, AI agents, and AI-driven products in collaboration with Geely.
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Insights into robotaxis, autonomous vehicles, electric mobility, drones and smart transport infrastructure. Follow the companies, policies and innovations steering the shift toward safer, cleaner and more efficient movement of people and goods. This category captures the rapid evolution of mobility ecosystems as AI, connectivity and electrification converge in global transport.
Elon Musk Says Tesla Is Bringing Back Its Dojo3 AI Supercomputer, Now Space-Based
Elon Musk said Tesla is restarting development of its Dojo3 supercomputer to support AI training, after previously pausing the project to focus on in-vehicle AI chips.
Tesla Examines Possible Link Between Autopilot and Thousands of Traffic Violations
U.S. auto safety regulators granted Tesla a five-week extension to respond to an investigation into whether its Full Self-Driving system violates traffic laws during operation.
PlusAI, Iveco Launch Autonomous Truck Tests in Spain
By
Ethan Caldwell
• 1 min read
PlusAI will begin Southern Europe’s first heavy-duty autonomous truck testing program with Iveco in Spain. The project supports the company’s expansion in Europe ahead of a planned Nasdaq listing.
Ford Unveils AI Assistant and Next-Gen BlueCruise
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Ethan Caldwell
• 1 min read
Ford announced an AI assistant for its smartphone app, set to expand to vehicles in 2027. The company also previewed a next-generation BlueCruise system capable of eyes-off driving by 2028.
Waymo Tests Gemini AI Assistant for Robotaxi Riders
By
Ethan Caldwell
• 2 mins read
Waymo appears to be testing an in-car AI assistant powered by Google’s Gemini chatbot. The feature is designed to answer questions and manage limited cabin functions during rides.
California Judge Finds Tesla Autopilot Marketing Deceptive
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Samantha Reed
• 2 mins read
A California administrative law judge ruled Tesla’s Autopilot and Full Self-Driving marketing deceptive, opening the door to possible license suspensions if claims are not corrected.
Robotaxi Market Expands as Waymo, Tesla, and China Advance
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Samantha Reed
• 3 mins read
Robotaxis moved closer to mainstream use in 2025 as Waymo expanded rapidly in the U.S., rivals launched early services, and Chinese operators scaled at speed. Safety concerns, regulation, and cost remain key barriers to broader adoption.
Uber Deepens Push Into Travel With AI-Trained Expertise and Data Intelligence Expansion
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Samantha Reed
• 2 mins read
Uber is recruiting professional travel agents to train AI systems for client travel-tech projects, while expanding its growing data intelligence business — signaling deeper ambitions to become core infrastructure for the global travel industry.
Riyadh Air Becomes World’s First AI-Native Airline with IBM Partnership
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Samantha Reed
• 2 mins read
Riyadh Air, in collaboration with IBM, has launched as the world’s first AI-native airline, using AI-powered operations to transform employee and guest experiences while optimizing operational efficiency.
Gartner Warns Only 5% of Automakers Will Sustain AI Growth by 2029
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Samantha Reed
• 2 mins read
Gartner forecasts that just 5% of automakers will sustain AI growth by 2029, warning that most current enthusiasm is built on weak foundations, while robotics and automation reshape vehicle manufacturing.
Waymo’s Self-Driving Cars Investigated After Multiple School Bus Violations
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Samantha Reed
• 1 min read
Waymo faces a federal investigation as its self-driving cars reportedly ignored stopped school buses, raising safety and regulatory concerns amid expansion plans.
Uber to Launch Starship Robot Deliveries in UK
By
Ethan Caldwell
• 1 min read
Uber partners with Starship Technologies to begin autonomous robot deliveries in Leeds and Sheffield this December, with expansion planned for Europe and the U.S.
Pony.ai Secures First Full-City Robotaxi Permit in Shenzhen
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Ethan Caldwell
• 1 min read
Pony.ai has become the first company to receive a permit to operate robotaxis across all of Shenzhen, marking a major milestone for China’s autonomous vehicle industry.
Cathie Wood Predicts Humanoid Robots Will Be the Largest AI Opportunity Yet
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Ethan Caldwell
• 3 mins read
Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood says humanoid robots could become the most transformative opportunity in artificial intelligence, eclipsing sectors like autonomous transport and healthcare.
Insights into robotaxis, autonomous vehicles, electric mobility, drones and smart transport infrastructure. Follow the companies, policies and innovations steering the shift toward safer, cleaner and more efficient movement of people and goods. This category captures the rapid evolution of mobility ecosystems as AI, connectivity and electrification converge in global transport.
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