A trip in a Waymo robotaxi still costs more, on average, than a comparable ride in a human-driven Uber or a Lyft. But that gap is narrowing, according to new data published Tuesday by Obi, a company that aggregates real-time pricing and pickup times across multiple ride-hailing services. Two factors, working together, are behind the… Continue reading The price gap between Waymo and Uber is narrowing
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Dreame Unveils “Beyond Smart” Home Ecosystem in Silicon Valley, Showcasing a Future of Robotic Autonomy and AI-Powered Living
SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dreame Technology, a global leader in high-end consumer electronics and intelligent manufacturing, today launched its visionary 2026 home appliance lineup at the “Beyond Smart” event in the heart of Silicon Valley. The event marked the North American debut of multiple world-first technologies, signaling Dreame’s strategic expansion and its commitment… Continue reading Dreame Unveils “Beyond Smart” Home Ecosystem in Silicon Valley, Showcasing a Future of Robotic Autonomy and AI-Powered Living
Tesla lost $15 billion in brand value in 2025 as Musk stepped deeper into politics, research shows
Elon Musk, chief executive officer of Tesla Inc., during the US-Saudi Investment Forum at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, US, on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025. Stefani Reynolds | Bloomberg | Getty Images The value of Tesla’s brand lost $15.4 billion, about 36%, in 2025, marking a third-straight annual decline, according to research and consulting firm Brand… Continue reading Tesla lost $15 billion in brand value in 2025 as Musk stepped deeper into politics, research shows
German FAZ: Mercedes-Benz CLA is Car of the Year 2026010484
The car of the year 2026 is the Mercedes-Benz CLA. The model, offered as an electric and hybrid, was announced as the winner on Friday during a gala at the Brussels auto show in front of around 350 spectators. The Skoda Elroq came in second, the Kia EV 4 completed the podium. The Mercedes has… Continue reading German FAZ: Mercedes-Benz CLA is Car of the Year 2026010484
German FAZ: Mercedes-Benz CLA is Car of the Year 2026010484
The car of the year 2026 is the Mercedes-Benz CLA. The model, offered as an electric and hybrid, was announced as the winner on Friday during a gala at the Brussels auto show in front of around 350 spectators. The Skoda Elroq came in second, the Kia EV 4 completed the podium. The Mercedes has… Continue reading German FAZ: Mercedes-Benz CLA is Car of the Year 2026010484
German Manager Magazine: Aumovio: Another 4,000 jobs in research and development cut004670
The automotive supplier Aumovio wants to cut up to 4,000 research and development jobs worldwide due to the difficult market environment. The company announced on Tuesday in Frankfurt that the dismantling should be largely completed by the end of 2026. Aumovio wants to reduce costs and reduce the expenditure ratio for research and development by… Continue reading German Manager Magazine: Aumovio: Another 4,000 jobs in research and development cut004670
Themis Intelligence Introduces Utility Knowledge Base (UKB) and Human-Guided Intelligence (HGI) Framework to Support Trusted AI in Utility Operations
UKB connects procedures, operational context, and OT/IT data; HGI keeps recommendations explainable and accountable TORONTO, Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Themis Intelligence, a wholly owned subsidiary of Survalent Technology, today announced the advancement of its Utility Knowledge Base (UKB) and Human-Guided Intelligence (HGI) framework, designed to help utilities apply AI in operations while maintaining trust,… Continue reading Themis Intelligence Introduces Utility Knowledge Base (UKB) and Human-Guided Intelligence (HGI) Framework to Support Trusted AI in Utility Operations
@Toyota: [Toyota Times] A Shock Awaits Us 4 Years from Now – Could This Robot be the Answer?
Do you know a Mr. Kato? We’ll jump right in with a quiz: What percentage of Japanese municipalities are depopulated areas? The correct answer is 3) 51%. That’s right—more than half! According to Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, approximately 51% of the country’s 1,719 municipalities are designated as wholly or partially underpopulated. Okay,… Continue reading @Toyota: [Toyota Times] A Shock Awaits Us 4 Years from Now – Could This Robot be the Answer?
@Toyota: Something New is On the Horizon
About ToyotaToyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships. Toyota directly employs nearly 48,000 people in the U.S. who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly… Continue reading @Toyota: Something New is On the Horizon
@Toyota: [Toyota Times] A Shock Awaits Us 4 Years from Now – Could This Robot be the Answer?
Do you know a Mr. Kato? We’ll jump right in with a quiz: What percentage of Japanese municipalities are depopulated areas? The correct answer is 3) 51%. That’s right—more than half! According to Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, approximately 51% of the country’s 1,719 municipalities are designated as wholly or partially underpopulated. Okay,… Continue reading @Toyota: [Toyota Times] A Shock Awaits Us 4 Years from Now – Could This Robot be the Answer?