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Year2009

Key TechLiDAR, Computer Vision, RL

Key PlayersWaymo, Tesla, Wayve

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Serve Robotics acquires Diligent Robotics for $29M, expanding AI platform into hospitals

Serve Robotics announced a $29 million acquisition of Diligent Robotics, marking its first expansion beyond sidewalk delivery robots into indoor healthcare environments. The deal brings Moxi hospital delivery robots, deployed in over 25 U.S. facilities with 1.25 million autonomous deliveries completed, into Serve's growing Physical AI platform.

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Serve Robotics acquires Diligent Robotics for $29M, expanding AI platform into hospitals

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Ethernovia raises $90M as investors rush to fund physical AI infrastructure

San Jose-based Ethernovia secured $90 million in Series B funding to advance its Ethernet-based processors for autonomous vehicles and robotics. The round was led by Maverick Silicon, an AI-focused fund launched by hedge fund Maverick Capital in 2024. The investment signals growing investor interest in physical AI infrastructure as billions flow toward companies enabling real-world AI applications beyond software.

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Ethernovia raises $90M as investors rush to fund physical AI infrastructure

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Tesla restarts Dojo3 supercomputer project, pivots to space-based AI compute infrastructure

Tesla is reviving its abandoned Dojo3 AI chip project just five months after shutting it down. CEO Elon Musk says the restarted effort will focus on space-based AI compute rather than training self-driving models. The move comes as Tesla's AI5 chip design reaches completion and the company rebuilds its disbanded hardware team.

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Tesla restarts Dojo3 supercomputer project, pivots to space-based AI compute infrastructure

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Motional targets 2026 for driverless robotaxi service in Las Vegas with AI-first reboot

Motional has rebooted its robotaxi plans with an AI-first approach, targeting a commercial driverless service in Las Vegas by the end of 2026. The Hyundai-backed company shifted from classic robotics to foundation models after pausing operations in 2024. Following layoffs that reduced staff from 1,400 to under 600, Motional now integrates neural networks with traditional software to tackle autonomous driving challenges.

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Motional targets 2026 for driverless robotaxi service in Las Vegas with AI-first reboot

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Harmattan AI raises $200M from Dassault Aviation, becomes defense unicorn at $1.4B valuation

French defense tech company Harmattan AI reached unicorn status with a $200 million Series B round led by Rafale fighter jet maker Dassault Aviation. Founded just two years ago, the startup now valued at $1.4 billion will develop embedded AI capabilities for next-generation combat aircraft and scale production of autonomous drones for NATO forces.

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Harmattan AI raises $200M from Dassault Aviation, becomes defense unicorn at $1.4B valuation

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Xpeng shifts to physical AI, plans robotaxi trials and humanoid robot production by 2026

Chinese EV maker Xpeng is repositioning itself as a physical AI company rather than just an automaker. CEO He Xiaopeng announced plans to begin street trials for robotaxis soon and start mass production of humanoid robots in the second half of 2026, leveraging its in-house Turing AI chip to compete with Tesla in the robotics market.

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Xpeng shifts to physical AI, plans robotaxi trials and humanoid robot production by 2026

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Ford AI assistant launches in 2026 with vehicle-specific intelligence, Level 3 driving by 2028

Ford announced its AI assistant will debut in mobile apps early 2026, with in-car integration starting 2027. The assistant uses vehicle-specific data to answer questions generic AI can't, like calculating cargo capacity from photos. Ford also plans Level 3 autonomous driving by 2028, developed in-house at 30 percent lower cost than current systems.

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Ford AI assistant launches in 2026 with vehicle-specific intelligence, Level 3 driving by 2028

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Ford targets 2028 for eyes-off driving debut on $30,000 electric vehicle platform

Ford announced at CES 2026 that it will introduce Level 3 driver-assistance system technology by 2028, allowing drivers to take their eyes off the road on highways. The eyes-off driving capability will debut on the company's new Universal EV Platform, starting with an affordable $30,000 electric pickup truck. Ford aims to make advanced autonomous driving accessible beyond premium vehicles through in-house development.

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Ford targets 2028 for eyes-off driving debut on $30,000 electric vehicle platform

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Sony Honda Mobility unveils Afeela 1 EV and new crossover concept at CES 2026

Sony Honda Mobility showcased its long-awaited Afeela 1 electric vehicle at CES 2026, six years after Sony's first prototype. The sedan starts at $89,900 with 300 miles of range and features 40 sensors for advanced driver-assistance systems. The joint venture also surprised attendees by revealing the Afeela Prototype 2026, a crossover aimed at American buyers expected in 2028.

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Sony Honda Mobility unveils Afeela 1 EV and new crossover concept at CES 2026

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Keysight Technologies launches AI validation software for safety-critical systems

Keysight Technologies introduced AI Software Integrity Builder, a unified software solution designed to validate and maintain AI-enabled systems in safety-critical environments like automotive. The tool addresses regulatory scrutiny from standards like ISO/PAS 8800 and the EU AI Act by providing dataset analysis, model validation, real-world inference testing, and continuous monitoring capabilities throughout the AI lifecycle.

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Keysight Technologies launches AI validation software for safety-critical systems

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Automotive AI turns cars into companions at CES, raising data privacy questions

At CES in Las Vegas, Nvidia and Bosch showcased AI-powered in-cabin systems that transform vehicles into proactive companions, recognizing passengers and adapting in real time. Nvidia's Alpamayo initiative aims to help autonomous cars navigate complex decisions, while Bosch debuted technology to personalize the driving experience. But Consumer Reports warns that expanding data collection raises serious privacy concerns as the industry establishes rules for handling driver data.

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Automotive AI turns cars into companions at CES, raising data privacy questions

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Grab Holdings acquires AI robotics firm to accelerate delivery automation across Southeast Asia

Grab Holdings is making a strategic expansion into AI with its acquisition of Chinese robotics firm Infermove. The Singapore-based superapp aims to enhance automated delivery services across its ride-hailing and food delivery network. The company is also testing autonomous vehicles in Singapore, with public service expected by early 2026.

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Grab Holdings acquires AI robotics firm to accelerate delivery automation across Southeast Asia

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Mobileye acquires Mentee Robotics for $900M, pushing into humanoid robots and Physical AI

Intel subsidiary Mobileye announced a $900 million acquisition of Mentee Robotics at CES, marking its bold entry into humanoid robotics. Co-founder Amnon Shashua calls this Mobileye 3.0, combining automotive autonomy expertise with breakthrough robotics technology. The deal aims to deploy general-purpose humanoid robots in factories and fulfillment centers by 2026.

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Mobileye acquires Mentee Robotics for $900M, pushing into humanoid robots and Physical AI

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AWS and Aumovio expand partnership to accelerate AI-driven development of self-driving vehicles

Amazon Web Services has expanded its partnership with German automotive supplier Aumovio to support the commercial rollout of self-driving vehicles. The collaboration will leverage generative and agentic AI tools to accelerate Aurora's planned deployment of driverless freight trucks at scale from 2027, marking a shift from research to real-world autonomous driving deployment.

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AWS and Aumovio expand partnership to accelerate AI-driven development of self-driving vehicles

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Grab acquires AI robotics firm Infermove to strengthen delivery capabilities with autonomous tech

Singapore's Grab Holdings has acquired Infermove, a China-based AI robotics firm, to enhance its first and last-mile delivery services. The Nasdaq-listed company plans to develop Infermove's autonomous robot solutions from Singapore, exploring how the technology can improve customer and partner experiences. Financial terms remain undisclosed.

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Grab acquires AI robotics firm Infermove to strengthen delivery capabilities with autonomous tech

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