NHTSA: Cruise to pay $1.5M penalty after failing to fully report crash involving pedestrian in SF
Cruise is fined $1.5 million for failing to report a pedestrian crash, highlighting the importance of safety and transparency in autonomous vehicle operations.
Cruise recalls autonomous vehicle fleet, closing one U.S. probe
Cruise's robotaxis faced safety scrutiny leading to a recall, but investigation closed after a software update improved braking performance.
Is Amazon's robotaxi company trying to sidestep federal safety laws?
Zoox plans to deploy autonomous vehicles in San Francisco and Las Vegas, emphasizing their self-certification under federal safety standards without requesting exemptions.
California adds reporting requirements for autonomous vehicles
The CPUC has introduced new reporting requirements for autonomous vehicles to enhance safety and oversight amid increasing scrutiny.
Robotaxis escape legislative move to let cities control them
California bill allowing city regulation of autonomous vehicles pulled after concerns over local control implications.
Feds Issue Consent Order to Cruise With $1.5 Million Penalty Stemming From Last October's Injury Crash
NHTSA fines Cruise $1.5 million for not reporting post-crash details, stressing importance of transparency in autonomous vehicle safety.
NHTSA: Cruise to pay $1.5M penalty after failing to fully report crash involving pedestrian in SF
Cruise is fined $1.5 million for failing to report a pedestrian crash, highlighting the importance of safety and transparency in autonomous vehicle operations.
Cruise recalls autonomous vehicle fleet, closing one U.S. probe
Cruise's robotaxis faced safety scrutiny leading to a recall, but investigation closed after a software update improved braking performance.
Is Amazon's robotaxi company trying to sidestep federal safety laws?
Zoox plans to deploy autonomous vehicles in San Francisco and Las Vegas, emphasizing their self-certification under federal safety standards without requesting exemptions.
California adds reporting requirements for autonomous vehicles
The CPUC has introduced new reporting requirements for autonomous vehicles to enhance safety and oversight amid increasing scrutiny.
Robotaxis escape legislative move to let cities control them
California bill allowing city regulation of autonomous vehicles pulled after concerns over local control implications.
Feds Issue Consent Order to Cruise With $1.5 Million Penalty Stemming From Last October's Injury Crash
NHTSA fines Cruise $1.5 million for not reporting post-crash details, stressing importance of transparency in autonomous vehicle safety.
California lawmakers pass controversial AI bill opposed by most of tech industry
California lawmakers passed a contentious AI safety bill, SB 1047, aimed at regulating advanced AI technologies before they become uncontrollable.
A California Bill to Regulate A.I. Causes Alarm in Silicon Valley
California's SB 1047 could significantly regulate A.I. technologies, requiring safety tests and legal accountability for damages before public release.
Self-driving cars aren't here yet, but states are getting the rules ready
Kentucky passes a law to regulate self-driving vehicles, requiring safety plans and higher insurance due to distracted driving concerns. Advocates push for proactive measures.
Landmark bill aimed at stopping AI from causing 'severe harm' passes a critical hurdle in California
California's SB 1047 aims to ensure AI safety, requiring companies to prevent severe harm and implement safeguards.
Bike-loving Dutch grapple with illegal electric 'fatbike' craze gripping the Netherlands
Dutch authorities seized thousands of illegal fatbikes amid safety concerns, prompting calls for new regulations and age restrictions on their use.
Letters: Rules needed
E-bike safety regulations are essential due to rising injuries, promoting youth safety with new laws like AB 1778.
California lawmakers pass controversial AI bill opposed by most of tech industry
California lawmakers passed a contentious AI safety bill, SB 1047, aimed at regulating advanced AI technologies before they become uncontrollable.
A California Bill to Regulate A.I. Causes Alarm in Silicon Valley
California's SB 1047 could significantly regulate A.I. technologies, requiring safety tests and legal accountability for damages before public release.
Self-driving cars aren't here yet, but states are getting the rules ready
Kentucky passes a law to regulate self-driving vehicles, requiring safety plans and higher insurance due to distracted driving concerns. Advocates push for proactive measures.
Landmark bill aimed at stopping AI from causing 'severe harm' passes a critical hurdle in California
California's SB 1047 aims to ensure AI safety, requiring companies to prevent severe harm and implement safeguards.
Bike-loving Dutch grapple with illegal electric 'fatbike' craze gripping the Netherlands
Dutch authorities seized thousands of illegal fatbikes amid safety concerns, prompting calls for new regulations and age restrictions on their use.
Letters: Rules needed
E-bike safety regulations are essential due to rising injuries, promoting youth safety with new laws like AB 1778.
Sales of new homes in the U.S. hit a low, Lineage files for IPO without a target price, and safety lapses in Ohio train derailment.
Key Bridge collapse: Dali owners to pay over $100M to cover federal costs in restoring port access
Singapore shipping companies to pay over $100 million in damages for Francis Scott Key Bridge crash, aiding federal cleanup costs and victim compensation.
London e-scooter restrictions eased to reduce injuries caused by 'clipping'
E-scooter restrictions in London are eased to improve competitiveness and rider safety, addressing injury risks from sudden stops.
Ban on e-scooters on public transport to come into effect tomorrow
The NTA has banned e-scooters on public transport due to safety risks from lithium-ion batteries. The ban will be reviewed periodically.
Sales of new homes in the U.S. hit a low, Lineage files for IPO without a target price, and safety lapses in Ohio train derailment.
Key Bridge collapse: Dali owners to pay over $100M to cover federal costs in restoring port access
Singapore shipping companies to pay over $100 million in damages for Francis Scott Key Bridge crash, aiding federal cleanup costs and victim compensation.
London e-scooter restrictions eased to reduce injuries caused by 'clipping'
E-scooter restrictions in London are eased to improve competitiveness and rider safety, addressing injury risks from sudden stops.
Ban on e-scooters on public transport to come into effect tomorrow
The NTA has banned e-scooters on public transport due to safety risks from lithium-ion batteries. The ban will be reviewed periodically.
Tesla issues an in-person recall for its Model X SUV
Tesla's recall of 9,136 Model X vehicles is notable due to the need for in-person inspections for safety concerns, marking a shift from standard practices.
Tesla Recalls Pretty Much Every Cybertruck Because Of Laggy Software
Tesla is recalling most Cybertrucks due to a delay in rear-view camera display, which violates federal safety standards.
Tesla's Bet Big On Self-Driving. Now It Faces Another Federal Investigation
The auto industry is grappling with significant challenges in transitioning to electric and autonomous vehicles amid regulatory scrutiny and safety concerns.
Officer Dodges Tesla On Autopilot, Which Then Crashes Into Police Cruiser
Autopilot technology can still result in accidents if drivers fail to pay attention, highlighting the importance of driver responsibility.
Tesla issues an in-person recall for its Model X SUV
Tesla's recall of 9,136 Model X vehicles is notable due to the need for in-person inspections for safety concerns, marking a shift from standard practices.
Tesla Recalls Pretty Much Every Cybertruck Because Of Laggy Software
Tesla is recalling most Cybertrucks due to a delay in rear-view camera display, which violates federal safety standards.
Tesla's Bet Big On Self-Driving. Now It Faces Another Federal Investigation
The auto industry is grappling with significant challenges in transitioning to electric and autonomous vehicles amid regulatory scrutiny and safety concerns.
Officer Dodges Tesla On Autopilot, Which Then Crashes Into Police Cruiser
Autopilot technology can still result in accidents if drivers fail to pay attention, highlighting the importance of driver responsibility.
New Kid on the Block: How Amsterdam's SELANA aims to be the 'Tesla and Apple of E-steps' - Silicon Canals
Electric scooters are gaining popularity but safety concerns arise from low-quality models in the market, leading to stricter regulations in the Netherlands.
Madrid moves to ban app-rented e-scooters over safety concerns
Madrid will ban e-scooter rentals due to safety regulation failures by licensed operators.
New Kid on the Block: How Amsterdam's SELANA aims to be the 'Tesla and Apple of E-steps' - Silicon Canals
Electric scooters are gaining popularity but safety concerns arise from low-quality models in the market, leading to stricter regulations in the Netherlands.
Madrid moves to ban app-rented e-scooters over safety concerns
Madrid will ban e-scooter rentals due to safety regulation failures by licensed operators.
Bexley care home resident 'abused by another resident for nine months'
Bexley Council failed to act on multiple reports of resident abuse, putting vulnerable individuals at risk.
At least 78 people dead after boat capsizes in eastern Congo, official says
Overcrowding and lack of safety measures led to a tragic boat capsizing on Lake Kivu, resulting in at least 78 deaths.
Authorities fear the death toll may rise following the capsizing incident.
Thailand school bus fire kills at least 10, mostly children and teens
A school bus fire near Bangkok resulted in multiple fatalities, predominantly involving children, and raised safety concerns over fuel types used in public transport.
Cruise hit with $1.5 million fine for failing to report robotaxi crash involving pedestrian
Cruise faces a $1.5 million fine for failing to disclose a serious pedestrian injury involving its driverless vehicle.
Cruise gets $1.5 million penalty for keeping pedestrian crash details from safety regulator | TechCrunch
Cruise must pay $1.5 million for omitting details in a pedestrian crash report, underscoring the importance of safety and accountability in autonomous driving.
Cruise hit with $1.5 million fine for failing to report robotaxi crash involving pedestrian
Cruise faces a $1.5 million fine for failing to disclose a serious pedestrian injury involving its driverless vehicle.
Cruise gets $1.5 million penalty for keeping pedestrian crash details from safety regulator | TechCrunch
Cruise must pay $1.5 million for omitting details in a pedestrian crash report, underscoring the importance of safety and accountability in autonomous driving.
OceanGate CEO said he could 'buy a congressman,' ex-employee testifies
OceanGate's CEO Stockton Rush reportedly prioritized innovation over safety, leading to regulatory shortfalls that contributed to the Titan submersible's implosion.
New Footage Shows Imploded Crew Compartment of Doomed Titanic Sub
The latest footage of the Titan wreck emphasizes critical safety flaws in its design and construction, illuminating significant regulatory and oversight issues.
OceanGate confirms earlier prototype of imploded Titan sub was struck by lightning
The Titan submersible's hull was confirmed not to have been struck by lightning, countering prior claims.
OceanGate CEO said he could 'buy a congressman,' ex-employee testifies
OceanGate's CEO Stockton Rush reportedly prioritized innovation over safety, leading to regulatory shortfalls that contributed to the Titan submersible's implosion.
New Footage Shows Imploded Crew Compartment of Doomed Titanic Sub
The latest footage of the Titan wreck emphasizes critical safety flaws in its design and construction, illuminating significant regulatory and oversight issues.
OceanGate confirms earlier prototype of imploded Titan sub was struck by lightning
The Titan submersible's hull was confirmed not to have been struck by lightning, countering prior claims.
Jury awards $116M to the family of a passenger killed in a New York no-door helicopter crash
A jury awarded $116 million to a family after a fatal helicopter crash due to negligent safety measures and misleading information about escape procedures.
Jury Awards $116 Million to Family of Man Who Died in Helicopter Crash
The helicopter crash was caused by a malfunctioning safety harness, resulting in five passenger fatalities and a significant legal outcome.
Helicopter Crashes Off Hawaii Coast, Leaving 1 Dead and 2 Missing
A tour helicopter operated by Ali'i Kauai Air Tours crashed off Kauai, killing one and leaving two missing, sparking search operations by various authorities.
Training pilot injured after helicopter crash and rollover in Burlington, Ont., documents show | CBC News
Helicopter crash at Burlington Executive Airport with minor injuries to a training pilot due to landing gear failure.
Jury awards $116M to the family of a passenger killed in a New York no-door helicopter crash
A jury awarded $116 million to a family after a fatal helicopter crash due to negligent safety measures and misleading information about escape procedures.
Jury Awards $116 Million to Family of Man Who Died in Helicopter Crash
The helicopter crash was caused by a malfunctioning safety harness, resulting in five passenger fatalities and a significant legal outcome.
Helicopter Crashes Off Hawaii Coast, Leaving 1 Dead and 2 Missing
A tour helicopter operated by Ali'i Kauai Air Tours crashed off Kauai, killing one and leaving two missing, sparking search operations by various authorities.
Training pilot injured after helicopter crash and rollover in Burlington, Ont., documents show | CBC News
Helicopter crash at Burlington Executive Airport with minor injuries to a training pilot due to landing gear failure.
India court orders doctors' safety panel after rape, murder DW 08/20/2024
India's Supreme Court established a task force to develop safety guidelines for medical professionals following the murder of a trainee doctor.
Lessons from SoHo and Wong Chuk Hang: Adapting Static Structures for New Demands
Cities repurpose buildings due to evolving needs, facing challenges especially with stringent safety regulations.
UK urged to consider ban on artificial stone worktops over silicosis risk
The government is urged to consider banning artificial stone worktops due to the health risks associated with inhaling silica dust during their manufacture.
UK OfCom releases draft Children's Safety Codes of Practice
The U.K. Office of Communications published draft Children's Safety Codes of Practice with over 40 safety measures.
A U.S. Company Is Fined $650,000 for Illegally Hiring Children to Clean Meat Processing Plants
A Tennessee-based sanitation company agreed to pay over $500,000 for illegally hiring children to clean hazardous meat processing facilities in Iowa and Virginia.
Brooklyn E-Bike Shop Onwer Arrested for Lithium-Ion Battery Violations
E-bike shop owner arrested for violating NY e-bike laws, charged with reckless endangerment for unsafe storage of batteries and lack of UL certification.
29 Killed in Fire at Istanbul Nightclub
The fire at the Masquerade nightclub in Istanbul resulted in 29 deaths and 1 injury during renovations.
Authorities suspect the fire was caused by the renovation work and have made arrests in connection to the incident.
The latest unfounded conspiracy theory: Cloud seeding is to blame for California's storms and flooding
Cloud seeding program faced conspiracy accusations
Silver iodide used in cloud seeding not toxic
Engineer whose botched inspection led to NYC apartment building collapse agrees to fine, 2-year ban: city
Engineer fined for errors leading to building collapse
Importance of professional and safe construction practices emphasized by city authorities
Ongoing investigations into the incident and potential additional punishments
One Year After East Palestine Spill, the Next Catastrophe Is Waiting to Happen
Railroaders and their unions believe that another major train disaster is waiting to happen, potentially in a big city like Chicago.
Railroads prioritize profits over safety, and there is a need for legislative re-regulation of the industry to prioritize safety and protect workers and the public.
Scores dead in Mali gold mine collapse
Over 70 people were killed after a tunnel collapse at a Malian gold mining site.
Mali is one of Africa's leading gold producers, but gold mining sites are often dangerous and deadly.
Ford says drivers will be able to take their eyes off the road in two years
Ford plans to offer Level 3 autonomy by 2026, allowing drivers to go hands and eyes off the road on the highway for multitasking.
Opinion: California will have indoor heat standards for workplaces with a cruel exception
California state board approved indoor heat standards for workers, excluding prisons and jails despite significant cost implications.
Biden's Proposal Would Protect 36 Million Workers Facing Extreme Heat on the Job
President Biden emphasizes climate crisis action in response to heat waves and extreme weather.
Balancing innovation and safety: Inside NIST's AI Safety Institute
The AI Safety Institute led by Elizabeth Kelly aims to establish guidelines for evaluating and testing AI models for safety and risk, without hindering generative AI adoption.
Yellowstone Tourist Sentenced to Jail for Thermal Trespass'
Ignoring safety regulations in Yellowstone National Park could lead to serious consequences.