#smart-carts
#smart-carts

Cars

Elon Musk Admits He Lied to Tesla Customers' Faces for Years About Self-Driving

fromTESLARATI

Silicon Valley

Tesla Robotaxi-only Superchargers are starting to appear

10 hours ago

Toronto startup

Tesla's robotaxi timeline just got a little fuzzier

20 hours ago

The bill for Tesla's AI expansion just keeps getting bigger

Elon Musk is significantly increasing Tesla's capital expenditure to over $25 billion to focus on AI and robotics development.

fromEngadget

Musk pledges to fix 2019-2023 Teslas that can't fully self drive

Tesla lacks a clear plan to upgrade Hardware 3 cars for Full Self-Driving capabilities.

fromTESLARATI

12 hours ago

Tesla is showing us that Cybercab mass production is well underway

Tesla's Cybercab has begun production at Giga Texas, showcasing its autonomous capabilities and aiming for a production goal of 2 million units annually.

fromFuturism

Elon Musk Admits He Lied to Tesla Customers' Faces for Years About Self-Driving

Tesla's Hardware 3 is inadequate for fully autonomous driving, requiring a retrofit that has led to class action lawsuits from disappointed owners.

Silicon Valley

fromTESLARATI

Tesla Robotaxi-only Superchargers are starting to appear

Tesla is building Robotaxi-only Superchargers as part of its integrated autonomy platform for self-driving vehicles.

10 hours ago

Tesla's robotaxi timeline just got a little fuzzier

Tesla has changed its robotaxi rollout description from 'planned' to 'preparations underway' without a defined timeline.

20 hours ago

The bill for Tesla's AI expansion just keeps getting bigger

Elon Musk is significantly increasing Tesla's capital expenditure to over $25 billion to focus on AI and robotics development.

fromEngadget

Musk pledges to fix 2019-2023 Teslas that can't fully self drive

Tesla lacks a clear plan to upgrade Hardware 3 cars for Full Self-Driving capabilities.

more#tesla

Software development

15 hours ago

AI drives software productivity - and challenges - for Motorway | Computer Weekly

Engineering teams can now treat code as disposable, increasing productivity and speed in software development with AI-driven tools.

This autonomous welding robot may be the future of advanced manufacturing

The U.S. faces a significant shortage of welders, necessitating over 320,000 new professionals by 2030, while robotics may help address this gap.

Online Brands That Ignore This Type of AI Will Lose Customers

Agentic commerce allows AI agents to autonomously manage the entire online shopping journey for consumers.

fromDigiday

E-Commerce

Why Mondelez is hiring a global lead to solve for AI-driven shopping bots

fromEntrepreneur

16 hours ago

Online Brands That Ignore This Type of AI Will Lose Customers

Agentic commerce allows AI agents to autonomously manage the entire online shopping journey for consumers.

fromDigiday

Why Mondelez is hiring a global lead to solve for AI-driven shopping bots

Mondelez is investing in agentic commerce, anticipating a significant shift in online shopping with AI bots shopping for consumers.

more#agentic-commerce

#automation

fromThe Village Voice

11 hours ago

Dhruv Jaglan and Georgi Boby on Building Automation That Learns from Users - The Village Voice

Automation in digital work enhances efficiency, but non-engineering functions struggle with adoption due to technical barriers.

fromBusiness Matters

Enhancing Industrial Efficiency with High-Speed Robot Palletizers

High-speed robot palletizers enhance efficiency in manufacturing by automating the stacking of products, significantly improving throughput and reducing manual labor.

fromThe Village Voice

11 hours ago

Dhruv Jaglan and Georgi Boby on Building Automation That Learns from Users - The Village Voice

Automation in digital work enhances efficiency, but non-engineering functions struggle with adoption due to technical barriers.

fromBusiness Matters

fromHarvard Business Review

Enhancing Industrial Efficiency with High-Speed Robot Palletizers

High-speed robot palletizers enhance efficiency in manufacturing by automating the stacking of products, significantly improving throughput and reducing manual labor.

Future of Marketing Briefing: In the age of AI, taste is the new competitive advantage

Taste has become the scarce resource in a world flooded with content, shifting focus from attention to quality judgment.

19 hours ago

Startup companies

The End of One-Size-Fits-All Enterprise Software

Marketing

fromDigiday

3 hours ago

Future of Marketing Briefing: In the age of AI, taste is the new competitive advantage

Taste has become the scarce resource in a world flooded with content, shifting focus from attention to quality judgment.

fromHarvard Business Review

19 hours ago

Startup companies

The End of One-Size-Fits-All Enterprise Software

more#generative-ai

#rent-the-runway

fromColumbus Ledger-Enquirer

Popular clothes rental service makes bold new AI move

Rent the Runway is expanding its business model to include a marketplace and advertising platform to adapt to changing consumer preferences and increasing competition.

fromTheStreet

18 hours ago

Popular clothes rental service makes bold new AI move

Rent the Runway is expanding into a marketplace and advertising platform to enhance growth and adapt to changing consumer preferences.

fromMiami Herald

Popular clothes rental service makes bold new AI move

Rent the Runway is expanding its business model to include a marketplace and advertising platform to adapt to changing consumer preferences and increasing competition.

fromColumbus Ledger-Enquirer

Popular clothes rental service makes bold new AI move

Rent the Runway is expanding its business model to include a marketplace and advertising platform to adapt to changing consumer preferences and increasing competition.

fromTheStreet

18 hours ago

Popular clothes rental service makes bold new AI move

Rent the Runway is expanding into a marketplace and advertising platform to enhance growth and adapt to changing consumer preferences.

fromMiami Herald

fromFood & Beverage Magazine

Popular clothes rental service makes bold new AI move

Rent the Runway is expanding its business model to include a marketplace and advertising platform to adapt to changing consumer preferences and increasing competition.

The Future of work

The future of work is defined by automation, AI, and remote work, presenting both challenges and opportunities for workforce transformation.

Cargo Drone Trial Links Manhattan and Brooklyn

Automated cargo drones will operate between Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn for a year, testing air delivery to alleviate street congestion.

European startups

fromFood & Beverage Magazine

Flytrex and Little Caesars Launch Drone Pizza Delivery

Flytrex and Little Caesars are launching the first drone delivery service for family-sized pizza orders in Wylie, Texas.

Brooklyn

fromHoodline

4 hours ago

Cargo Drone Trial Links Manhattan and Brooklyn

Automated cargo drones will operate between Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn for a year, testing air delivery to alleviate street congestion.

European startups

Flytrex and Little Caesars Launch Drone Pizza Delivery

Flytrex and Little Caesars are launching the first drone delivery service for family-sized pizza orders in Wylie, Texas.

more#drone-delivery

Mixed Reports on AI Ecommerce Traffic

AI-referred visitors show higher engagement and conversion rates, but early data indicates modest overall traffic from AI channels.

#autonomous-vehicles

The Humble Hauler Is A Cab-Less Autonomous Truck With 200 Miles Of Range

Humble Robotics launched an autonomous electric freight platform designed for logistics, promising efficiency and adaptability without a traditional cab.

Venture

fromStreetsblog New York City

Exclusive: Startup Humble debuts cabless autonomous truck targeting $900 billion U.S. freight industry | Fortune

Humble launched an electric autonomous freight vehicle, the Humble Hauler, designed for efficient dock-to-dock unloading.

NYC politics

'A Solution, But To What Problem?' Experts Say AVs Are The Elephant In The Room, But There's Still Time To Figure Out Their Role - Streetsblog New York City

Autonomous vehicles require a comprehensive discussion on benefits, risks, and regulations to ensure a balanced approach to their integration into society.

fromTNW | Startups-Technology

Humble raises $24M to build a cabless EV truck

Humble's autonomous freight vehicle eliminates the driver's cab, enabling a unique dock-to-dock delivery model and enhanced sensor coverage.

Most people still don't want anything to do with robotaxis

Public skepticism towards autonomous vehicles remains high despite advancements in technology and safety assurances.

fromAxios

Mobility's new Big Three: Tesla, Waymo and Uber

Autonomous driving technology is operational, with companies like Waymo, Tesla, and Uber leading the way in scaling networks.

The Humble Hauler Is A Cab-Less Autonomous Truck With 200 Miles Of Range

Humble Robotics launched an autonomous electric freight platform designed for logistics, promising efficiency and adaptability without a traditional cab.

Venture

fromStreetsblog New York City

Exclusive: Startup Humble debuts cabless autonomous truck targeting $900 billion U.S. freight industry | Fortune

Humble launched an electric autonomous freight vehicle, the Humble Hauler, designed for efficient dock-to-dock unloading.

NYC politics

'A Solution, But To What Problem?' Experts Say AVs Are The Elephant In The Room, But There's Still Time To Figure Out Their Role - Streetsblog New York City

Autonomous vehicles require a comprehensive discussion on benefits, risks, and regulations to ensure a balanced approach to their integration into society.

fromTNW | Startups-Technology

Humble raises $24M to build a cabless EV truck

Humble's autonomous freight vehicle eliminates the driver's cab, enabling a unique dock-to-dock delivery model and enhanced sensor coverage.

Most people still don't want anything to do with robotaxis

Public skepticism towards autonomous vehicles remains high despite advancements in technology and safety assurances.

fromAxios

Mobility's new Big Three: Tesla, Waymo and Uber

Autonomous driving technology is operational, with companies like Waymo, Tesla, and Uber leading the way in scaling networks.

more#autonomous-vehicles

Meet Coco, downtown San Jose's new autonomous delivery robot

Coco Robotics launched 20 delivery robots in San Jose to enhance food and grocery delivery efficiency.

Roam Research

Exclusive: Your delivery robot will now offer the blind real-time, on-the-ground eyes around sidewalk hazards | Fortune

Coco Robotics partners with BlindSquare to provide real-time sidewalk hazard data for visually impaired pedestrians using delivery robots.

Mission District

fromThe Mercury News

Meet Coco, downtown San Jose's new autonomous delivery robot

Coco Robotics launched 20 delivery robots in San Jose to enhance food and grocery delivery efficiency.

Roam Research

Exclusive: Your delivery robot will now offer the blind real-time, on-the-ground eyes around sidewalk hazards | Fortune

Coco Robotics partners with BlindSquare to provide real-time sidewalk hazard data for visually impaired pedestrians using delivery robots.

Attackers could disable all of a city's public EV chargers

Rented IoT infrastructure prioritizes user convenience over security, exposing them to denial of service attacks and vulnerabilities.

Roam Research

fromWIRED

21 hours ago

The Robot Vacuums Cleaning My Three-Story Home for Me

Robot vacuums automate cleaning tasks, offering features like mopping and self-emptying, making them efficient tools for maintaining cleanliness in homes.

Business

fromTheregister

AI-fueled supply crunch driving up prices, warns Everpure

Everpure reassures customers amid a supply crunch, citing rising costs and component shortages driven by AI demand.

#ai

fromAlleyWatch

15 hours ago

Business intelligence

Qualitate Raises $7M to Deliver Expert Intelligence in Days Instead of Weeks at One-Third the Cost

Social media marketing

Hands on with X's new AI-powered custom feeds | TechCrunch

16 hours ago

Artificial intelligence

How AI is upending SaaS tools

Artificial intelligence

Google Cloud Next: It's time to create value, not slop, from the AI boom | Computer Weekly

BEWARE SOFTWARE BRAIN

Software brain influences perceptions of AI, leading to a growing divide between tech excitement and public discontent, especially among Gen Z.

AI is upending the SaaS game

AI significantly enhances log examination by quickly identifying issues, making data production more valuable than mere interpretation.

fromAlleyWatch

15 hours ago

Qualitate Raises $7M to Deliver Expert Intelligence in Days Instead of Weeks at One-Third the Cost

Qualitate offers an AI-native platform that transforms investment research by conducting thousands of expert discussions monthly, providing timely and cost-effective insights.

Social media marketing

Hands on with X's new AI-powered custom feeds | TechCrunch

X launches Grok-powered Custom Timelines for personalized feeds, enhancing user engagement while discontinuing X Communities due to declining usage.

16 hours ago

How AI is upending SaaS tools

AI significantly enhances log examination by quickly identifying issues, making data production more valuable than mere interpretation.

Google Cloud Next: It's time to create value, not slop, from the AI boom | Computer Weekly

AI mania raises concerns about reckless applications similar to the historical misuse of radium, highlighting the need for caution and understanding.

BEWARE SOFTWARE BRAIN

Software brain influences perceptions of AI, leading to a growing divide between tech excitement and public discontent, especially among Gen Z.

AI is upending the SaaS game

AI significantly enhances log examination by quickly identifying issues, making data production more valuable than mere interpretation.

more#ai

London startup

AI adoption is rapid but many stuck at basic levels, says AWS | Computer Weekly

The UK economy could gain £35bn in productivity by advancing AI use beyond basic applications.

Growth hacking

fromForbes

20 hours ago

Delivering Content At Scale With AI: 4 Ways To Maintain Control

Establishing a gold source content foundation is essential for scalable, consistent, and personalized content delivery in marketing.

Don't look now, Amazon. Walmart is coming for your customers

Walmart's e-commerce sales are growing rapidly, accounting for 18% of total revenue, while targeting affluent shoppers with competitive pricing.

Walmart's warehouse club ups the pressure on Costco with a new member perk

Walmart's Sam's Club introduces ultrafast delivery, fulfilling orders in under 12 minutes, enhancing e-commerce competitiveness against Costco.

Walmart is racing to become Amazon before Amazon can become Walmart

Walmart and Amazon are borrowing strategies from each other to enhance growth in e-commerce and retail.

21 hours ago

Don't look now, Amazon. Walmart is coming for your customers

Walmart's e-commerce sales are growing rapidly, accounting for 18% of total revenue, while targeting affluent shoppers with competitive pricing.

Walmart's warehouse club ups the pressure on Costco with a new member perk

Walmart's Sam's Club introduces ultrafast delivery, fulfilling orders in under 12 minutes, enhancing e-commerce competitiveness against Costco.

Walmart is racing to become Amazon before Amazon can become Walmart

Walmart and Amazon are borrowing strategies from each other to enhance growth in e-commerce and retail.

more#walmart

fromComputerworld

6 hours ago

The agentic AI frenzy increases as more vendors stake their claims

OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google are rapidly advancing AI agent technologies to enhance workplace productivity and collaboration.

Modern EVs Barely Lose Any Range, Even After Five Years: Report

Electric vehicles retain impressive range after years of use, with 97% retention after three years and 95% after five years.

fromAmazon Web Services

14 hours ago

Amazon Quick for marketing: From scattered data to strategic action | Amazon Web Services

Disconnected marketing systems hinder campaign effectiveness and timely insights.

14 hours ago

Google pitches Agentic Data Cloud to help enterprises turn data into context for AI agents

Google is enhancing its data and analytics portfolio to compete with AWS and Microsoft in AI data management.

fromWIRED

Infinite Machine's Olto Is a Fun Ebike Living in the Cybertruck's Shadow

The Olto ebike offers a unique design, comfort, and good performance, but has polarizing aesthetics and limited storage.

Waymo Teams Up With Waze To Help Cities Fix Potholes Faster

Waymo's robotaxis will automatically report potholes on Waze, providing up-to-date information that local governments can use to improve their road networks and maintenance efforts.

Roam Research

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era | TechCrunch

Uber has committed over $10 billion to autonomous vehicle technology, including $7.5 billion for future robotaxi purchases.

6 days ago

Uber will now pick up your returns from your doorstep | TechCrunch

Uber launched a new feature allowing customers to return items purchased on Uber Eats from home, enhancing app engagement beyond ride-hailing and delivery.

Venture

TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era | TechCrunch

Uber has committed over $10 billion to autonomous vehicle technology, including $7.5 billion for future robotaxi purchases.

6 days ago

Uber will now pick up your returns from your doorstep | TechCrunch

Uber launched a new feature allowing customers to return items purchased on Uber Eats from home, enhancing app engagement beyond ride-hailing and delivery.

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.

fromEntrepreneur

UPS Found a More Profitable Business Than Package Delivery - And It's Worth $706 Billion

UPS is significantly reducing Amazon deliveries and focusing on profitable returns through its Happy Returns subsidiary.

#ecommerce

New Ecommerce Tools: April 15, 2026

New services for merchants include updates on marketing, B2B commerce, shoppable media, and AI-powered ecommerce tools.

New Ecommerce Tools: April 22, 2026

New ecommerce tools include AI store builders, shipping labels, and Adobe's brand visibility tool for generative AI platforms.

New Ecommerce Tools: April 15, 2026

New services for merchants include updates on marketing, B2B commerce, shoppable media, and AI-powered ecommerce tools.

New Ecommerce Tools: April 22, 2026

New ecommerce tools include AI store builders, shipping labels, and Adobe's brand visibility tool for generative AI platforms.

more#ecommerce

#robotics

Venture capitalist Nabeel Hyatt says training robots will reshape the future of work

Robotics requires diverse, real-world data to train models effectively, as environments and tasks vary significantly across different settings.

This drum roller doesn't need a driver. It might be the future of construction

Robotic technology in construction can significantly enhance productivity and safety while addressing labor shortages.

fromTechRepublic

China Deploys Robot Dogs, Drones, and Humanoids to Run a 'Full-Space' Metro System

China's Hefei metro introduces a coordinated robot team for rail transit during the Spring Festival travel rush.

Venture capitalist Nabeel Hyatt says training robots will reshape the future of work

Robotics requires diverse, real-world data to train models effectively, as environments and tasks vary significantly across different settings.

This drum roller doesn't need a driver. It might be the future of construction

Robotic technology in construction can significantly enhance productivity and safety while addressing labor shortages.

fromTechRepublic

China Deploys Robot Dogs, Drones, and Humanoids to Run a 'Full-Space' Metro System

China's Hefei metro introduces a coordinated robot team for rail transit during the Spring Festival travel rush.

more#robotics

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Truck industry urges technology-open transition as ZEV uptake stalls - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The government must ensure HGV operators access technologies to cut carbon emissions amid declining zero-emission vehicle adoption.

fromTasting Table

11 hours ago

9 Unwritten Rules To Know Before Using Self-Checkout - Tasting Table

Using self-checkout stations can expedite grocery shopping, but there are unwritten rules to follow for a smoother experience.

#meta

Meta expands access to AI business assistant

Meta expands its AI business assistant to global advertisers, enhancing support and optimizing ad campaigns with tailored recommendations.

Meta expands access to Meta AI business assistant

Meta expands its AI business assistant to global advertisers, enhancing support and optimizing ad campaigns with tailored recommendations.

Meta expands access to AI business assistant

Meta expands its AI business assistant to global advertisers, enhancing support and optimizing ad campaigns with tailored recommendations.

Meta expands access to Meta AI business assistant

Meta expands its AI business assistant to global advertisers, enhancing support and optimizing ad campaigns with tailored recommendations.

more#meta

21 hours ago

Best Buy survived Amazon. Now it has to make AI work.

Best Buy must adapt to the AI age to reinvent itself and drive growth amid changing market conditions.

AI is eliminating one of the biggest bottlenecks of car design

Aerodynamics significantly influence vehicle design, and AI is accelerating aerodynamic analysis, improving efficiency in car production.

fromAdExchanger

Amazon Faces An Easy Boycott But An Existential Question | AdExchanger

Amazon's recent ad platform boycott reflects deeper concerns over seller economics rather than just advertising policies.

fromInsideHook

Toyota vs. Tesla: The War for the Future of Trucking Heats Up

The future of trucking may involve hydrogen fuel-cell technology and electric vehicles, focusing on efficiency and sustainability.

6 days ago

Exclusive: Loop raises $95M to build supply chain AI that predicts disruptions | TechCrunch

Loop uses AI to provide predictive and prescriptive solutions for supply chain management, securing $95 million in Series C funding to expand operations.

fromEntrepreneur

Your Business Already Has the Most Valuable AI Asset. You Just Haven't Extracted It Yet.

Business leaders using AI often feel satisfied but lack competitiveness, highlighting a gap that needs addressing for sustained success.

Smart's Tiny Two-Door EV Is Back

Smart has introduced the Smart #2, an electric successor to the Fortwo, featuring improved range and faster charging.

Elon Musk says copycats are why Tesla can't unveil Optimus sooner

Optimus V3 is expected to be Tesla's biggest product, with production starting in late July or August.

fromComputerworld

Adobe builds an 'agentic content supply chain' for the AI era

Adobe's new tools automate content creation and enhance branding through generative AI and agentic assistants.

fromwww.retaildive.com

Unified commerce: Why it's the next evolution of retail

Customers expect seamless shopping experiences across digital and physical channels, necessitating a shift towards unified commerce for real-time operations.

Amazon taps Sweden's Einride for its electric big rigs | TechCrunch

Einride is adding 75 electric trucks to Amazon's Relay network, enhancing logistics and supporting Amazon's low-carbon goals.

fromMiami Herald

How to use Meta AI for business in 2026: Tips and how-tos

Meta AI automates customer journey tasks, enhancing efficiency and revenue generation for businesses in 2026.

OpenAI teams up with Infosys to bring AI tools to more businesses | TechCrunch

OpenAI partners with Infosys to integrate AI tools into its Topaz platform for software development and automation.

fromTheregister

Google says it has all the answers for AI agent sprawl

Google has rebranded its AI platform to Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform to manage multiple AI agents effectively.

fromMedium

Enterprise AI in Practice: 6 Must-Watch Sessions on Scaling Agentic Systems

Enterprise AI is transitioning from experimentation to execution, presenting challenges in governance, scaling, and measurable business impact.

A passenger said his Tesla robotaxi missed a turn and tried to pull over on the highway

Robotaxis launched in Dallas, showcasing both the potential and challenges of autonomous driving technology.

from24/7 Wall St.

Amazon Will Sell You Your Next Car

Amazon Autos offers extensive vehicle options and payment choices, revolutionizing car shopping with geotargeting and online convenience.

fromForbes

Why The AI Checkout Debate Misses The Real Shift In Retail

AI is reshaping retail by determining visibility and influencing consumer decisions through personalized insights and streamlined processes.

fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine

fromFuturism

5 days ago

Wild Video Shows Delivery Robots Causing Havoc, Getting Obliterated

Delivery robots face significant safety issues in urban environments, causing disruptions and hazards while prioritizing private profit over public space safety.

Gadgets

2 months ago

MOBI self-driving robotic cart makes shopping trips easier

MOBI is a compact, foldable, self-driving shopping cart that follows users, carries up to 30 kg, and offers modular insulated containers and four-hour battery life.