Topic: safety concerns
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Tesla Redesigns Door Handles After Safety Probe, Bloomberg Reports
Tesla is redesigning its door handles to improve safety and prevent occupants from being trapped, following scrutiny from regulators and public concern. The redesign aims to integrate electronic and manual release systems into a single, intuitive mechanism to enhance reliability, especially durin...
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Humanoids: The Future That's Not Quite Here
Experts caution that humanoid robotics faces significant technological and safety hurdles, including a lack of dexterity and risks in human environments, which may lead to an investment bubble. The development of humanoid robots is highly uncertain and complex, with slow real-world progress and c...
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ChatGPT: Your Complete Guide to the AI Chatbot
ChatGPT has evolved from a simple text generator into a multifaceted platform serving over 300 million weekly users, reflecting rapid advancements in conversational AI technology since its 2022 debut. OpenAI introduced major features like GPT-4o and Sora in 2024, while navigating regulatory scrut...
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Humanoid Robot Bubble Will Burst, Warns Top Roboticist
Renowned roboticist Rodney Brooks warns that massive investments in humanoid robots are misguided, criticizing the use of video-based training as unrealistic due to the immense complexity of replicating human biology. Brooks highlights a critical data deficit for touch sensation in robotics and p...
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Jeep 4xe Hybrids Bricked by Software Update
A software update for Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles caused unexpected power loss and operational failures, stranding drivers in various locations after installation. Stellantis has withdrawn the faulty update and released a corrective patch, advising affected owners to avoid hybrid or electric modes...
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When an EV Maker Failed, Its Customers Took Over
Cristian Fleming and other Fisker Ocean owners faced major issues like battery failures and software glitches after Fisker declared bankruptcy in 2024, leaving them without official support. Owners formed the Fisker Owners Association (FOA), a nonprofit that acts as a car club and tech startup to...
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Lawsuit: Faulty Tesla Cybertruck Door Handles Caused Fatal Accident
A fatal Tesla Cybertruck accident in November 2024 led to a lawsuit alleging that electronic door handles failed during a fire, trapping and killing a 19-year-old passenger who survived the initial crash. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened a formal probe into Te...
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Ditch the Car: Why an Electric Cargo Bike Is Your Next Ride
Electric cargo bikes are becoming a transformative alternative to cars for urban and suburban tasks, effectively serving as a primary mode of transport for errands and family travel. E-bikes are the fastest-growing segment in the cycling industry, with proven ability to replace car trips entirely...
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Elon Musk's Boring Company Halts Vegas Airport Tunnel After Injury
A worker suffered a crushing injury at Elon Musk's Boring Company tunnel project in Las Vegas, halting construction and prompting a safety investigation. Emergency services rescued the injured worker, who was in stable condition, using an on-site crane during the response. This incident adds to o...
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Is Europe Ready for the Self-Driving Car Revolution?
Autonomous vehicles are advancing toward reality in Europe, with technologies like Level 2 autonomy serving as critical steps toward fully self-driving systems. Europe faces significant hurdles including regulatory fragmentation, infrastructure inconsistencies, and cybersecurity risks, which coul...
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AI Past Week: OpenAI's Model Blitz, Google's Dolphin Talk, Nvidia Bets Big on US Soil
The artificial intelligence arena remains a whirlwind of activity, demanding constant attention to distinguish signal from noise. From new model releases and platform updates to critical infrastructure investments and fascinating research, this past week delivered plenty for tech watchers to digest
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China's secret space launch; Europe's drone ship advances
SpaceX's Starship program has achieved significant progress with the successful launch and recovery of the Super Heavy booster, though the Starship vehicle faced earlier setbacks including the loss of four prototypes in early 2025. Recent Starship missions have shown marked improvement, culminati...
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RFK Jr.'s Anti-Vaccine Panel Stalls Vote Amid Internal Confusion
The federal vaccine advisory panel appointed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. reversed a previous vote to restrict the MMRV vaccine for young children, creating confusion and inconsistency in their recommendations. After recognizing the contradiction, the panel unanimously aligned their stance, withdrawi...
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US Launches Nuclear Energy Renaissance to Power the Future
The U.S. is revitalizing its nuclear energy sector to enhance energy independence and combat climate change through streamlined regulations and new technology development. Ambitious goals include quadrupling nuclear energy production by 2050, supported by advanced reactor designs and significant ...
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InDrive's Ambitious Plan to Succeed as a Global Super App
InDrive is expanding from ride-hailing into a super-app offering services like grocery delivery and financial products, targeting emerging economies. The company has seen significant global growth with over 360 million downloads and plans to adapt its strategy locally, starting with Kazakhstan. I...
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Waymo Rides Priced Higher Than Uber, Yet Demand Stays Strong
Waymo's robotaxis cost significantly more than Uber and Lyft, but demand remains strong due to the novelty and convenience of driverless rides. Waymo's pricing model is less dynamic than competitors, with costs based on distance and wait times, yet it still attracts 250,000 weekly paid trips. Sur...
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Tokyo's Akihabara Electric Town Plunged Into Darkness in First Power Outage in 30 Years
Tokyo's Akihabara district experienced a rare hour-long power outage, disrupting its vibrant electronics and pop culture scene and forcing several stores to close temporarily. Longtime residents and shopkeepers expressed surprise, with many noting they hadn't witnessed such an outage in 15 to 30 ...
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