Week in Review: SXSW week comes to a close

Welcome back to Week in Review! I’m Karyne Levy, TechCrunch’s deputy managing editor, and I’ll be writing this newsletter from here on out. Thrilled to be here! This week we’re checking out everything at SXSW; Waymo’s expansion into Silicon Valley; Intel’s new CEO; TikTok’s new suitor; and why DeepSeek isn’t taking VC money. Let’s get… Continue reading Week in Review: SXSW week comes to a close

Tech Talk: Honda and Valeo drive affordable ADAS with Honda Sensing

Honda Cars India, which has become the sole OEM in the country to offer Advanced Driver Assistance Systems or ADAS features across its three-vehicle portfolio including the Honda City, Elevate and Amaze, has committed to move towards a collision-free society. With the launch of the third-generation Honda Amaze compact sedan in December 2024, the Japanese… Continue reading Tech Talk: Honda and Valeo drive affordable ADAS with Honda Sensing

TechCrunch Mobility: Testing the Uber-Waymo robotaxi, Rivian goes hands-free, and Travis Kalanick has AV FOMO 

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. Sign up here for free — just click TechCrunch Mobility! For regular readers of TechCrunch Mobility, you may be wondering, “Why did this newsletter land in my inbox on Friday?” Folks, we’re moving days in an effort… Continue reading TechCrunch Mobility: Testing the Uber-Waymo robotaxi, Rivian goes hands-free, and Travis Kalanick has AV FOMO 

Former Waymo CEO on Tesla’s robotaxi launch: ‘there are many ways to fake a robotaxi service’

John Krafcik, Waymo’s long-time CEO until 2021 and auto industry veteran, explained why Tesla’s Cybercab won’t work in a new interview and went as far as suggesting that Tesla might ‘fake” its upcoming robotaxi launch in Austin in June. Krafcik is a highly respected leader in the auto industry. He started his career as a… Continue reading Former Waymo CEO on Tesla’s robotaxi launch: ‘there are many ways to fake a robotaxi service’

INFRA Unveils Autonomous Vehicle Giga Hubs in Los Angeles, Lays Foundation for Global Smart City Expansion

SAN FRANCISCO, March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — INFRA, the San Francisco–based Tech company focused on building a global infrastructure for autonomous vehicles (AVs), today announced plans to launch its first “Giga Hub” in Los Angeles—a critical milestone in the company’s strategy to scale globally and drive next-generation smart city development. Continue Reading INFRA is designing… Continue reading INFRA Unveils Autonomous Vehicle Giga Hubs in Los Angeles, Lays Foundation for Global Smart City Expansion

ARK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT LLC ANNOUNCES PRIMARY LISTING VENUE CHANGES FOR ARK INNOVATION ETF (ARKK), ARK NEXT GENERATION INTERNET ETF (ARKW), AND ARK FINTECH INNOVATION ETF (ARKF)

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ARK Investment Management LLC (“ARK”) announced today plans to change the primary listing venue of three of its innovation ETFs from NYSE Arca, Inc. to the Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc. The three funds are: ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK): The flagship fund focused on disruptive innovation across multiple sectors,… Continue reading ARK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT LLC ANNOUNCES PRIMARY LISTING VENUE CHANGES FOR ARK INNOVATION ETF (ARKK), ARK NEXT GENERATION INTERNET ETF (ARKW), AND ARK FINTECH INNOVATION ETF (ARKF)

Autonomous shuttles from ZF receive Germany -wide test permit

After successful pilot projects in Friedrichshafen, ZF Mobility Solutions can now test its fully automated shuttle buses on public roads across Germany. The approval of the Federal Motor Transport Authority for Level 4 autonomy marks significant progress for local public transport of the future. In Friedrichshafen Autonomous bus shuttles have been in regular operation for… Continue reading Autonomous shuttles from ZF receive Germany -wide test permit

Seadronix Secures USD 11.3 million in Series B Funding… Accelerates Global Expansion of Autonomous Navigation AI Solutions

Enhancing Ship AI and Robotics Technologies to Accelerate Global Deployment of Autonomous Navigation Solutions Aiming to Lead as the Global Standard in Autonomous Navigation in Compliance with International Maritime Regulations SEOUL, South Korea, March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Seadronix, a leading company in AI-powered autonomous ship navigation solutions, announced on the 5th that it has successfully… Continue reading Seadronix Secures USD 11.3 million in Series B Funding… Accelerates Global Expansion of Autonomous Navigation AI Solutions

German Manager Magazin: Tesla: Ex-Waymo CEO considers the start of a robotaxi in June for Illusorisch004040

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Heima Inc. Introduces A.D.A.M.: The Future of Home Living

BROOKLYN, N.Y., March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Today’s modern living presents numerous challenges inadequately addressed by current technological solutions. Busy families and professionals find themselves overwhelmed with daily household tasks, leading to increased stress, exhaustion, and diminished family interaction. Concurrently, the rapidly growing global aging population requires constant assistance with daily activities, emergency response, and… Continue reading Heima Inc. Introduces A.D.A.M.: The Future of Home Living