microsoft Microsoft Joins $2 Billion Investment in GM's Cruise Autonomous Unit Microsoft partners with General Motors and Cruise to accelerate self-driving technology, contributing to a $2 billion funding round that values Cruise at $30 billion. The tech giant will also serve as the preferred cloud provider for both companies.
cruise GM's Cruise Trims 8% of Workforce to Focus on Engineering Cruise, the self-driving unit of General Motors, reduces about 8% of its staff to rebalance operations and prioritize engineering talent. The layoffs primarily affect non-engineering departments like recruiting and human resources.
gm GM Cruise Trims 8% of Workforce Amid Pandemic Pressure on Autonomous Industry General Motors' self-driving subsidiary Cruise lays off roughly 150 employees as the pandemic intensifies financial struggles across the autonomous vehicle sector. The cuts target non-engineering roles while the company shifts its focus toward core technical development.
cruise Cruise and DoorDash to Test Food Delivery Using Self-Driving Cars in San Francisco Cruise and DoorDash partner to test food and grocery delivery using self-driving vehicles in San Francisco.