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Tesla faces probe over self-driving software |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a probe into Tesla's self-driving software following several incidents in which the system caused cars to violate traffic laws. |
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The auto safety regulator said Tuesday it identified numerous incidents in which the company's Full Self-Driving software ignored red light signals or attempted to change lanes into oncoming traffic. The NHTSA pointed to 18 complaints and one media report in which Tesla vehicles using the self-driving software failed to remain stopped or to stop fully at a red light or failed to accurately detect the traffic signal. It said it has also received six reports of crashes, four of which resulted in injuries. The software also prompted cars to enter opposing lanes, cross double-yellow markings or attempt to turn onto roads in the wrong direction, the regulator said, citing 18 complaints, two crash reports and two media reports. Four crash reports, six complaints and one media report also said the system caused cars to travel straight through an intersection while in a turn lane or to make turn while in a through lane. The probe is set to evaluate whether there was any prior warning or enough time for drivers to intervene and respond to the car's unexpected behavior, the NHTSA said. Tesla's Full Self-Driving mode is considered partially autonomous, meaning drivers are supposed to remain attentive at the wheel while using the system. According to the company's website, "When enabled, your vehicle will drive you almost anywhere with your active supervision, requiring minimal intervention." Tesla CEO Elon Musk has repeatedly set lofty goals for the company's autonomous driving capabilities that it has failed to meet. In recent years, he has increasingly turned his attention to robotaxis over self-driving software for personal cars. The company began rolling out its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, over the summer. |
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New York City sues social media companies over youth mental health impacts |
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New York City on Wednesday sued several major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, accusing them of fueling a youth mental health crisis.
The city, its public schools, and its health and hospital system allege that the companies have sought to maximize engagement among young people at the cost of their mental health ... |
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Dominion Voting Systems sold and renamed as Liberty Vote |
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Dominion Voting Systems, the voting technology company that was at the center of controversy and false stolen-election claims after President Trump's 2020 loss, has been sold and will be renamed as Liberty Vote, its new ownership announced on Thursday.
Dominion was sold to Scott Leiendecker, a former Republican director of elections for the city of St. Louis, Mo., who went on to found KNOWiNK — the largest provider of electronic poll books across the United States — and has testified before Congress about voting systems. He is the sole private owner of the newly created Liberty Vote; he privately financed it in a deal finalized in late September ... |
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Amazon sets release date for Melania Trump documentary |
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The first lady served as an executive producer on the big screen project. Plans for the Brett Ratner-directed doc were originally announced in January. Critics, including Democratic strategist James Carville, had questioned the reported $40 million budget for the documentary, calling the price tag "breathtaking."
The documentary will offer "unprecedented access to the 20 days leading up to the 2025 presidential inauguration — through the eyes of the first lady-elect herself," Amazon MGM Studios teased on Thursday ... |
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News we've flagged from the intersection of tech and other topics: |
- Trump meets with Jared Isaacman about top NASA job after pulling nomination (CNBC)
- Former British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak joins Microsoft, Anthropic in advisory roles (Reuters)
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