Tesla's Robotaxi Rollout Faces Reality Check in Austin
Tesla's limited robotaxi service in Austin reveals both progress and persistent limitations, with experts questioning the timeline for true unsupervised deployment.
Robotics
DARPA Launches Deep Thoughts Program for Autonomous Undersea Drones
DARPA issued a solicitation on April 23, 2026, for compact autonomous undersea vehicles that can reach full-ocean depths at a fraction of current system sizes and costs.
3D Systems Unveils SLA 825 Dual and AddiTrak at RAPID + TCT 2026
3D Systems introduced production-scale additive manufacturing hardware and fleet monitoring software at Boston's RAPID + TCT event, targeting aerospace, automotive, and healthcare sectors.
B.C. Pilots AI-Driven Drug Tracking System to Combat Toxic Supply
British Columbia has launched a two-year pilot using AI and lab robotics to map illicit drug distribution patterns, though experts question whether enforcement-focused data will truly reduce harm.
Weekly Tech Recap: AC Black Flag Remake, Forza Horizon 6 Gear, LG's Thinnest OLED TV
Ubisoft's Black Flag Resynced launches July 9 with modern upgrades, Xbox releases Forza Horizon 6 themed accessories, and LG unveils a 9mm true wireless OLED TV at premium pricing.
RoboSense Unveils EOCENE Architecture and Phoenix/Peacock Chips for 2026 Production
RoboSense announced its EOCENE SPAD-SoC architecture and two flagship chips at its 2026 Tech Day, with both Phoenix and Peacock series targeting mass production this year.
Tesla Launches FSD V14.1.2; Brings Back Mad Max Mode
Tesla's FSD V14.1.2 reintroduces the aggressive Mad Max driving profile to early access testers, completing a five-level speed hierarchy while the company reports $546M in annual FSD subscription revenue.
Natural Expressions Performance 7 Brings Wireless Robotic Mowing to Europe
Natural Expressions launches Performance 7 robotic mower in Europe with V-SLAM navigation, eliminating perimeter wires and promising 5-minute setup.
SSPU Launches Asia's First UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion in Skills
Symbiosis Skills and Professional University inaugurates the first UNESCO Chair of its kind in Asia to advance women's participation in STEM and emerging industries.
Quantum Computing Inc Launches NeuraWave Photonic Computing Platform
Quantum Computing Inc. has made its NeuraWave photonic reservoir computing platform deployment-ready, offering a PCIe card alternative to GPU systems for edge AI inference.