All articles tagged with #autonomy
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Business Insider
Business Insider's Lloyd Lee attended CES 2026 and concluded that Waymo appears to have a significant lead in the robotaxi industry, highlighting the challenges and advancements in autonomous vehicle technology, with a focus on the industry’s current state and future prospects.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by nytimes.com
The article reflects on the life and legacy of Brigitte Bardot, viewing her as a symbol of a generation of French women seeking autonomy in the mid-20th century, and notes her later dedication to animal rights and her critical, somewhat disillusioned view of France's cultural decline.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by Investor's Business Daily
Rivian's stock has surged, with analysts like Wedbush's Dan Ives predicting 2026 as a pivotal year due to the launch of its new R2 vehicle and advancements in autonomous driving technology, including in-house AI chips and enhanced autonomy platforms, which are expected to boost demand and growth. The company's recent Autonomy & AI Day and strategic moves in autonomous tech have contributed to its stock reaching its highest since December 2023, with industry-wide momentum building around autonomous vehicles.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by MarketWatch
Tesla is approaching its third-quarter earnings with strong delivery numbers and revenue growth driven by last quarter's surge in EV demand, but faces challenges with expiring tax credits and questions about its autonomous and robotics ambitions, including updates on self-driving cars and humanoid robots. Investors are also closely watching Elon Musk's compensation plans and the company's future growth prospects in AI and robotics.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Yahoo
The article explores the MAHA movement among men, emphasizing self-care, physicality, and a return to traditional masculinity, while highlighting the movement's blend of nostalgia, skepticism of modern medicine, and interest in biohacking and technology. It discusses how MAHA appeals to men's desire for control and physical strength, and the potential risks and benefits of their health practices.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by NBC News
Members of the D.C. Council criticize Mayor Muriel Bowser for praising the federal law enforcement surge, which she credits with reducing crime, arguing it undermines local autonomy and represents federal overreach. The debate highlights tensions over federal intervention and local control amid crime reduction efforts in Washington, D.C.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Electrek
Elon Musk suggests Tesla may never bring the new six-seat Model YL to the US due to his belief that autonomous driving will make such models obsolete, despite potential market advantages in North America. Critics argue this decision is short-sighted and could hinder Tesla's growth, especially in the US market where larger vehicles are popular.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Politico
Eleanor Holmes Norton remains relatively low-profile as President Trump targets D.C., with Democratic colleagues supporting her efforts to defend the city's autonomy amid concerns of federal overreach threatening democracy.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Yahoo Finance
Elon Musk has emphasized that Tesla's future relies heavily on autonomous robots and robotaxis, which he believes could make the company the most valuable in the world, despite current financial struggles and declining EV sales. He highlighted recent progress in autonomy technology and expects significant revenue from these ventures by 2026, although the robotaxi service is still in its early stages and currently limited to Austin.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Live Science
Scientists have developed a prototype robot capable of growing, healing, and improving itself by consuming parts from its environment or other robots, advancing autonomous robotic systems with potential applications in disaster recovery and space exploration.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Electrek
Tesla's EV sales in California, the largest US market, declined by 21% in Q2 2025, leading to a broader downturn in the state's EV market and raising concerns about Tesla's market position amid legal challenges and increased competition from other luxury brands.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CNN
The UK High Court ruled that the estate of Mike Lynch owes Hewlett Packard Enterprise over $940 million due to a fraud case related to Lynch's company Autonomy, with Lynch's yacht sinking and his death occurring shortly after the ruling. The case involves allegations of misrepresentation and fraud in the sale of Autonomy, which HP acquired for $11 billion, and the court's decision reflects significant financial damages awarded to HPE. A further hearing is scheduled to determine final damages and other legal considerations.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by theregister.com
The estate of Mike Lynch, founder of Autonomy, was ordered to pay HPE approximately $943 million after a UK court found that HPE's claim of overpayment and fraud in the Autonomy acquisition was exaggerated. The judge determined the actual loss to be around $700 million, significantly less than the $4 billion HPE initially sought. Lynch, who died in a yacht accident last year, was cleared of criminal charges related to the sale.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The New York Times
The estate of Mike Lynch, who died last year, and his former partner are ordered to pay Hewlett Packard over $945 million related to the 2011 sale of Autonomy, after a London court found they engaged in fraudulently inflating the company's value. The amount is less than HP's original claim of $4 billion, with the judge stating HP's claim was exaggerated.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
France and New Caledonia announced an agreement to establish the 'State of New Caledonia' within France, granting increased autonomy and recognition in the French Constitution, while stopping short of full independence, following recent protests and tensions over sovereignty and social inequalities.