The Guardian
London's First Robotaxis Hit the Streets, Because 100,000 Human Drivers Weren't Enough
London finally gets its first robotaxis - just 15 of them, still with human drivers, because the future can't arrive without a safety net.
2026-09-03
The Guardian
2026-09-02
BBC Business
Uber to Cut 3,000 Jobs in Restructuring, Because Too Many Layers Slows Down the 'Biggest Opportunities Ahead'
Uber cuts 3,000 jobs to streamline, making it leaner and meaner, while investors cheer and employees wonder if they're the ones getting streamlined.
2026-05-13
BBC World
Waymo Recalls 3,800 Robotaxis After One Decides to Go Swimming in a Texas Creek
Waymo recalls nearly 3,800 robotaxis after one decided to go for an unplanned swim in a Texas creek, proving that AI still hasn't mastered basic puddle avoidance.
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