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Vay, a German startup, has launched an innovative driverless service in the U.S., starting in Las Vegas. Unlike typical autonomous vehicles, Vay's cars are remotely controlled by humans. This unique approach combines convenience and safety, offering a new dimension to urban mobility. The service is cost-effective and aims to reduce parked cars, making cities greener and more livable. https://lnkd.in/gjJVDHMH #EVNews #EV #Vay #DriverlessService #Teledriving #AutonomousVehicles #Innovation #UrbanMobility #LasVegas #remoteworkteControlledCars #SustainableTransport #GreenCities #SmartMobility #TechStartup #GermanInnovation #FutureOfTransport #CostEffectiveTravel #ReducingParkCars #UrbanGreening #MobilitySolutions

Exciting news! My wife, Dhwani Shah, has officially launched her startup, stemming from her doctoral research on autonomous vehicles. The company's website is now live! Dive into the future of autonomous driving technology by checking out the webpage and connecting on LinkedIn. Links below! 🚀🌐

🕵🏽♀️ Finally in our countdown of #TechStartups to watch this year, the only one to make our list two years in a row: Elisa Polystar! More relevant and cutting-edge than ever, the team at Elisa Polystar are leading the strategic way with #AI #MachineLearning, #5G, autonomous vehicles and more! #2024trends #2024predictions #TechStartups Read our full list of startups to watch: https://lnkd.in/eh9zZd4D

Over the weekend, I took a deep dive into the next big market opportunity in autonomous vehicles -- off-roading. In this article for TechCrunch, I looked at how two different startups are tackling separate niches in off-road automated driving. Overland AI just raised $10m in seed funding to advance its self-driving system that's geared towards military operations like reconnaissance, surveillance and delivering electronic warfare packages. Potential is solving for a different problem, aiming to automate off-road ADAS systems for a range of vehicles. Things like automatically changing to 4WD or mud mode and further optimizing those settings using existing vehicle sensors. https://lnkd.in/gqRq-xBK

Will autonomous vehicles pick up speed off-road? Overland AI and Potential are pursuing, military, mining, and other off-road applications. These use cases are more compelling because they represent large markets, they are not as regulated as passenger transport roads, and they can address labor shortages. As Alexei Andreev of Autotech Ventures added, "And if you remove people, you immediately get a reduction in your insurance premiums." I would expect to more autonomous investments like these. #logistics #supplychain #autonomous #investments https://lnkd.in/ePERXSea

Potential, a Canadian company based in New Brunswick, is at the forefront of redefining autonomous systems for off-road applications. Their core platform, Terrain Intelligence, employs advanced computer vision to enable vehicles to navigate and adapt to challenging terrains using data from a single camera. The technology operates on three levels: providing basic alerts to drivers about obstacles and optimal drive settings, automating the adjustment of drive modes based on real-time terrain analysis, and enhancing vehicle performance through sensor data fine-tuning. The implications of these advancements are transformative, with far-reaching effects across multiple sectors. In the military, autonomous systems capable of independent navigation could change battlefield logistics and strategy, reducing the need for human presence in dangerous environments and allowing for more precise and efficient operations. Imagine a future where autonomous vehicles conduct reconnaissance missions, supply delivery, and even combat support autonomously, dramatically enhancing capabilities. On a broader societal level, the successful deployment of these autonomous systems could lead to the reimagining of infrastructure and urban planning. Roads and facilities might be designed with autonomous operations in mind, optimizing efficiency and safety. The environmental impact could be substantial, with autonomous systems enabling more precise resource management and reducing waste in processes. This is not just enhancing off-road autonomy but setting the stage for a future where autonomous systems are integral to our daily lives, driving a wave of innovation and efficiency that could reshape industries and societies. #autonomousvehicles #Innovation #strategicforesight #canadiantech #Defensetech

According to an article by Jordan Robertson on Yahoo Finance, the autonomous vehicle industry is experiencing a groundbreaking shift with early-stage startups diving into off-road applications. Spearheaded by companies like Overland AI and Potential, these innovators are developing autonomous driving software that does not rely on traditional maps or extensive training data. This emerging segment is capturing the interest of investors and the military alike, signaling a significant advancement in autonomous technology. ➡ 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞 Overland AI received a substantial investment of up to $18.6 million from the US Army's Defense Innovation Unit, highlighting the military's keen interest in leveraging autonomous technology for robotic combat vehicles. ➡ 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐩𝐬 Both Overland AI and Potential are creating autonomous systems that function without detailed maps or extensive training data, marking a departure from conventional autonomous driving approaches. ➡ 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐥 Not just the military, but venture capital firms are also heavily investing in this space. Overland AI raised an additional $10 million seed round led by Point72 Ventures, and Potential secured CA$2 million (~$1.5 million) in extended seed funding. 𝐄𝐲𝐞2𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲 The development of autonomous navigation systems that can operate without relying on maps underscores the necessity for highly reliable vision systems. These systems must be capable of functioning in all light conditions and complex terrains. At EYE2DRIVE, we firmly believe that our advanced vision sensors are the perfect solution for this new segment of the autonomous vehicle industry, ensuring safe and efficient navigation in the most challenging environments. ___ 👉 Stay tuned! Follow us: EYE2DRIVE #AutonomousVehicles #NavigationSystems

Vay a regular supporter of MOVE: Mobility Re-imagined America has successfully driven its teledrive vehicles on public roads in Las Vegas without a human operating from the inside. Vay has become the first teledriver specialist to operate on public roads on two separate continents. However, Vay is not the first company to operate vehicles in the U.S. Fellow teledriving specialist Halo.Car has been operating “driverless” rides in Las Vegas since June of this year. We are pleased to announce that Vay have already confirmed their involvement in MOVE America 2024. We are excited to have both Caleb Varner, US General Manager and Claire Eagan, Director - Legal, participating on the conference program. Caleb will be covering the theme 'How electric vehicles and autonomous driving technology are converging' whilst Claire will be providing her expertise on the topic of 'Driverless vehicles: how is global regulation developing?'. For more information on MOVE America 2024 - https://lnkd.in/gSNW4eQE #driverlesscars #ridehailing #technology #innovation #startups #mobility #reducingemissions

Another milestone in our journey towards fully autonomous vehicles! 🚚✨ Waabi has just secured $200M USD in their Series B round to launch fully driverless trucks by 2025. This funding, led by Uber and Khosla Ventures, highlights the industry’s confidence in Waabi’s generative AI technology. Key points: - $200M USD raised in an oversubscribed round - Backed by Uber, NVIDIA, Volvo Group, Porsche AG, and more - Launching fully driverless trucks by 2025 - AI-first approach reduces training data and compute needs - Utilizes Waabi World, the most advanced simulator With visionary leadership from Raquel Urtasun and strong support from top-tier investors, Waabi is set to revolutionize autonomous trucking. Their innovative AI promises safer, more efficient, and scalable solutions. Read more about Waabi's groundbreaking journey in the comments below! #AI #AutonomousVehicles #GenerativeAI #Innovation #Transportation #TechNews 🚀

🎰 From Berlin to the Vegas Strip! Vay has arrived in Las Vegas, beginning teledriver-operated routes on public roads in Las Vegas for the first time. Unlike other autonomous driving startups, Vay relies on remote drivers who can navigate the vehicle through the streets. However, the teledrivers’ focus is to remotely deliver rental EVs to customers. Once customers are done with their rental, the teledriver can remotely drive the vehicle back to its base. Setting itself apart from rivals, Vay's service does not ferry passengers and thus isn’t replacing traditional rideshare driver roles. Instead, it offers a safer option compared to existing fully autonomous driving technologies. Justin Spratt, Vay's Chief Business Officer, appeared on a recent episode of the RSG Podcast. Link to that interview can be found in the comments. #Teledrivers #Rideshare #SelfDrivingCars