"At Disrupt, she'll dig into what it actually takes to scale AV deployment - from rider safety and public trust to regulation, operations, and competitive pressure from Tesla and others. This session isn't about vague timelines or flashy demos. It's about what's working, what still needs work, and what it means to bring autonomy to life at scale. Whether you're a founder, investor, or simply curious about the road ahead, you won't want to miss it."
"As co-CEO of Waymo, she guides the company's mission to bring the Waymo Driver to the masses and lead the next generation of autonomous innovation. She also serves on Intuit's board and advises several technology and social impact ventures. The future of mobility, live at Disrupt Waymo's story is a central chapter in the future of transportation, and this session offers a rare inside look at the journey behind the headlines."
Tekedra Mawakana will outline the practical challenges and progress in deploying autonomous vehicles at scale, emphasizing rider safety, public trust, regulatory frameworks, and operational complexity. The presentation will separate headlines from real-world engineering, policy, and business requirements and will examine competitive dynamics including pressure from Tesla and other companies. Mawakana brings over two decades of global strategy experience and leads Waymo’s effort to deploy the Waymo Driver broadly. The event will provide concrete examples of what is working, remaining technical and operational gaps, and the policy and business actions needed to expand autonomous mobility.
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