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How a data processing problem at Lyft became the basis for Eventual

When Eventual founders Sammy Sidhu and Jay Chia were working as software engineers at Lyft’s autonomous vehicle program, they witnessed a brewing data infrastructure problem — and one that would only become larger with the rise of AI. Self-driving cars produce a ton of unstructured data from 3D scans and photos to text and audio.… Continue reading How a data processing problem at Lyft became the basis for Eventual

Uber and Waymo’s commercial robotaxi service is open for business in Atlanta

Waymo robotaxis can now be hailed in Atlanta via Uber. The two companies, which already offer the “Waymo on Uber” service in Austin, said on Tuesday the commercial service will initially cover about 65 square miles in Atlanta. The launch, if successful, is poised to propel the businesses of both companies. Uber, which has locked… Continue reading Uber and Waymo’s commercial robotaxi service is open for business in Atlanta

When is the best time to book your flight? These Google insights could make your next trip cheaper

Jaromir/Getty Images The last time I booked a vacation flight, I literally spent over an hour finding the cheapest ticket to Hawaii with two criteria in mind: that it wasn’t a red-eye flight, and it only had one layover. At least one layover was to be expected (at LAX) because Kentucky is a long way… Continue reading When is the best time to book your flight? These Google insights could make your next trip cheaper

Nintendo’s wheelchair basketball game will be out in August

Drag x Drive, the first Switch 2 exclusive that focuses on the console’s mouse function launches August 14th. Drag x Drive, the first Switch 2 exclusive that focuses on the console’s mouse function launches August 14th. Ash Parrish is a reporter who covers the business, culture, and communities of video games, with a focus on… Continue reading Nintendo’s wheelchair basketball game will be out in August

AI Is Turbocharging Global Inequality

As the AI race shows no signs of slowing down, it’s clear which countries started in pole position — and are poised to hold onto their lead.  “Artificial intelligence has created a new digital divide,” warns the New York Times in new reporting, “fracturing the world between nations with the computing power for building cutting-edge… Continue reading AI Is Turbocharging Global Inequality

These battery-powered 4K cameras record 24/7

Tapo’s new line of cameras can record locally to its HomeBase hub, which is TP-Link’s first Matter controller. Tapo’s new line of cameras can record locally to its HomeBase hub, which is TP-Link’s first Matter controller. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy is a smart home reporter who’s been testing connected gadgets since 2013. Previously a contributor to… Continue reading These battery-powered 4K cameras record 24/7

Tesla’s robotaxi reality check

On The Vergecast: a wrinkle in the self-driving race, the future of cell service, and freeing up your iPhone storage. On The Vergecast: a wrinkle in the self-driving race, the future of cell service, and freeing up your iPhone storage. David Pierce is editor-at-large and Vergecast co-host with over a decade of experience covering consumer… Continue reading Tesla’s robotaxi reality check

AT&T is making it easier to send pictures to 911 dispatchers

As easily as messaging friends or family, apparently. As easily as messaging friends or family, apparently. Jess Weatherbed is a news writer focused on creative industries, computing, and internet culture. Jess started her career at TechRadar, covering news and hardware reviews. AT&T is updating its next-gen 911 network to give users more efficient ways to… Continue reading AT&T is making it easier to send pictures to 911 dispatchers

Waymo’s robotaxis are now available on the Uber app in Atlanta

Atlanta is the second city to host Uber and Waymo’s burgeoning partnership. Atlanta is the second city to host Uber and Waymo’s burgeoning partnership. Andrew J. Hawkins is transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City &… Continue reading Waymo’s robotaxis are now available on the Uber app in Atlanta