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Facebook Unveils Vision AI That Learns Like a Human Infant

Facebook introduces a new artificial intelligence system called SEER that learns from unlabeled images, drastically reducing the need for expensive data labeling. This breakthrough allows AI to understand the world through observation, much like a baby learns.

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AI Virtual Proving Grounds Aim to Fix Self-Driving Cars' High-Risk Blind Spots

Self-driving vehicles currently struggle to navigate rare and dangerous road situations. New AI-driven virtual testing environments offer a promising solution to better prepare autonomous systems for these unpredictable events.

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Stanford Researchers Say AI Simulations Boost Autonomous Vehicle Safety

Stanford and NASA researchers survey AI algorithms that simulate real-world conditions to safety-test autonomous vehicles, finding reason for optimism but noting that significant work remains.

Tesla and Waymo Take Radically Different Roads to Autonomous Driving

Tesla and Waymo pursue completely different strategies for achieving full self-driving capabilities. While Waymo operates geofenced robotaxis in limited areas, Tesla gradually improves its system across a much broader geographic area.

Tesla and Waymo Take Divergent Paths Toward Autonomous Driving

Tesla and Waymo utilize fundamentally different approaches to achieve full self-driving capabilities. While Waymo operates geofenced robotaxis in limited areas, Tesla continuously improves its system to handle varied scenarios across broader locations.

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Automakers Gradually Introduce Hands-Free Driving Features to New Vehicles

Car manufacturers are slowly rolling out hands-free driving technology in consumer vehicles, though fully autonomous cars remain a distant reality. Current systems still require drivers to pay attention and take over when necessary.

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Trump Pardons Former Uber Engineer Convicted of Stealing Waymo Trade Secrets

President Trump grants a full pardon to Anthony Levandowski, erasing his 18-month prison sentence for stealing self-driving car documents from Google. The controversial move draws support from tech leaders despite the judge calling it the biggest trade secret crime he had ever seen.

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Trump Pardons Former Google Engineer Convicted of Self-Driving Trade Secret Theft

Former Google engineer Anthony Levandowski receives a full presidential pardon after serving time for stealing driverless car trade secrets. The move has backing from notable tech figures including Peter Thiel and Palmer Luckey.

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Trump Pardons Former Google Engineer Anthony Levandowski for Trade Secret Theft

Former Google engineer Anthony Levandowski receives a full presidential pardon for stealing self-driving car trade secrets, avoiding his 18-month prison sentence. The pardon draws support from major tech figures including Peter Thiel and Palmer Luckey.

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Nuro Secures First Commercial Autonomous Vehicle Permit in California

Nuro becomes the first company to receive a California DMV permit for the commercial deployment of autonomous vehicles on public streets. The company plans to launch driverless delivery services in the Bay Area using a fleet of Prius and custom R2 vehicles.

Waymo CEO Dismisses Tesla Autopilot as Wrong Path to Full Autonomy

Waymo CEO John Krafcik states that Tesla will never achieve full autonomy by simply upgrading its Autopilot driver-assistance system. He views Tesla as a developer of a good driver-assistance tool rather than a competitor in the fully autonomous vehicle space.

Waymo CEO Embraces Human Driving While Building Autonomous Future

Waymo CEO John Krafcik leads the charge in self-driving technology despite his personal passion for getting behind the wheel. The Alphabet subsidiary continues to expand its autonomous vehicle operations as the industry evolves.

Waymo Launches Fully Driverless Ride-Hailing Service to Phoenix Public

Waymo opens its fully driverless vehicles to all Waymo One riders in the Phoenix metro area, marking a major milestone for autonomous transportation.

Waymo Lowers Sensor Costs While Doubling Detection Range in New Tech

Waymo introduces its 5th generation autonomous driving hardware, cutting sensor costs by half while doubling visibility in all directions. The upgraded system utilizes an extensive array of lidar, cameras, and radar to navigate safely in challenging conditions.