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Nov 28 2025TECHNOLOGY

Underwater Tracking: A New Way to Follow Moving Targets

Tracking things underwater is tough. The water is full of stuff that makes it hard to see clearly. Sonar videos, which are used to see underwater, have problems like similar-looking backgrounds and changing visuals. This makes it difficult for regular tracking models to work well. A new model called OFDTrack is trying to fix these problems. It uses something called ...

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Nov 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

Volvo Drops LiDAR Partner: What's Next for Self-Driving Cars?

Volvo recently decided to cut ties with Luminar Technologies, a company that makes LiDAR sensors for self-driving cars. This move comes after Luminar struggled to meet Volvo's expectations and supply chain issues. Volvo's 2026 models, like the ES90 and EX90, won't have LiDAR technology. This decision has caused Luminar's stock to drop to an all-time low, even though ...

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Nov 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

Big Moves in Tech: AI Investments and Self-Driving Cars

In the world of tech, big things are happening. Microsoft and Nvidia are teaming up to put a huge $15 billion into a company called Anthropic. This company made a chatbot named Claude. Microsoft is putting in $5 billion of that. This is a big deal because it makes Anthropic a strong rival to another AI company, OpenAI, where Microsoft also has a stake. But wait, the...

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Nov 19 2025TECHNOLOGY

Ride of the Future: Waymo's Self-Driving Cars Hit Miami Streets

Waymo, a pioneer in self-driving technology, has started offering fully autonomous rides in Miami. This marks a significant step in the company's journey, as it plans to bring this service to more U. S. cities soon. The company, which began as part of Google's self-driving project, now operates over 1, 500 vehicles without safety drivers or monitors. The race to mak...

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Nov 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Waymo's Bold Move: Can Self-Driving Cars Handle Winter Weather?

Waymo, a leader in self-driving technology, is expanding its services to new cities, including Detroit and Denver, known for their harsh winters. This expansion is a significant step, as these cities present unique challenges with icy roads and reduced visibility. Waymo's current fleet includes all-electric Jaguar I-Pace and Zeekr RT vehicles, which will initially op...

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Nov 06 2025TECHNOLOGY

Detroit Welcomes Waymo's Snow-Savvy Self-Driving Cars

Waymo, the self-driving tech company, is bringing its cars to Detroit. This makes Detroit the first city in the Midwest to have Waymo's self-driving cars. Waymo has been working in Michigan since 2016, but this is the first time they will offer rides to the public. Waymo's cars are designed to handle snowy weather. They have special sensors that can see in all condi...

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Nov 02 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Future of Self-Driving Cars: Insights from Top Executives

The excitement around artificial intelligence has sparked a renewed interest in self-driving technology. Three CEOs at the forefront of this innovation—Don Burnette from Kodiak, Dave Ferguson from Nuro, and Raquel Urtasun from Waabi—share their insights. Kodiak, led by Burnette, is already using eight driverless trucks in the Permian Basin. These trucks transport sa...

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Nov 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

Tesla's Cybercab: A Steering Wheel Surprise?

A recent photo has sparked curiosity about Tesla's Cybercab. The image, shared by influencer Sawyer Merritt on X, shows a Cybercab being tested on public roads. The passenger's hand seems to be gripping something that looks like a steering wheel. This is interesting because Tesla has been talking about making a self-driving car. Tesla's chair, Robyn Denholm, recentl...

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Oct 30 2025CRYPTO

When Tragedy Meets Greed: The Strange Case of KitKat and Crypto

In the world of cryptocurrency, nothing is off-limits, not even tragedy. This week, the sudden death of a beloved cat named KitKat turned into a bizarre spectacle. KitKat, a nine-year-old feline, was a familiar face in San Francisco, often seen lounging near the heating vents of a local liquor store. His death, caused by an autonomous Waymo taxi, left the community h...

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Oct 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

Uber's Big Bet on Self-Driving Cars

Uber is making a bold move into the world of self-driving cars. By 2027, they plan to have 100, 000 robotaxis on the road. These cars will be powered by Nvidia's technology. This isn't Uber's first rodeo with Nvidia. They teamed up earlier this year. Uber is sharing some of its driving data to help Nvidia improve its AI and chip technology. This tech is used by carm...

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