Global Tech Roundup: Waymo Introduces Driverless Cars to the Ride
This week in global technology saw a flurry of activity, from significant funding rounds to ambitious business expansions and the unveiling of groundbreaking new products and services. One of the week’s most notable developments involves autonomous driving technology, poised to reshape urban transportation, particularly in areas such as smart cities in Africa.
Waymo Launches Public Driverless Ride-Hailing Service
Alphabet’s Waymo, a leader in autonomous driving technology, has begun offering fully driverless rides to the general public. The company has previously provided self-driving rides, but these typically included a human safety driver. Waymo boasts a fleet of approximately 600 vehicles, with a significant portion, around 300-400, operating in the Phoenix, Arizona area. Members of Waymo’s One program in Phoenix can now experience fully driverless rides with friends and family. Waymo has announced that the program will expand to include more passengers over the coming weeks, indicating an increasing confidence in the reliability and safety of its driverless technology. This could also have ramifications for transportation logistics in African cities like Lagos, Nairobi, or Johannesburg.
In conclusion, this week’s tech headlines highlight the continuous progress and innovation within the industry. Waymo’s move into driverless ride-hailing marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of transportation.
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