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Waymo and Autonomous Vehicles: Technology in Search of a Problem? We recently visited San Francisco and were amazed by the prevalence of Waymo autonomous vehicles throughout the downtown area. For those unfamiliar with them, Waymo operates self-driving robotaxis that transport passengers 24 hours a day without a human driver behind the wheel. The company describes itself as “the world’s first autonomous ride-hailing service.” Waymo, owned by Alphabet (Google), has developed undeniably impressive technology. Watching these vehicles navigate busy city streets is fascinating. They obey traffic laws, maneuver smoothly through traffic, and appear to handle complex driving situations with remarkable precision. According to...

22 June, 2026

Pausing AI Development Is Not Feasible Many in politics, academia, technology, and the media have recently called for a cessation or pause in Artificial Intelligence (AI) development. Their concern is that AI can be so disruptive that it can harm people’s lives, especially regarding employment.  Perhaps robots and computers will cost people’s jobs.  And they are alarmed that the technology is moving too quickly. Pope Francis, the leader of the Roman Catholic church, “issued a warning against artificial intelligence . . . , saying in a statement it should be used in ‘service of humanity’ and warning to be vigilant of the ‘rapidly increasing...

09 July, 2024