Moving Laser Beams in Data Centers – At The Speed Of Light

AI data centers need to minimize energy, space, size, cooling and equipment resources. Solid-state, optical techniques for circuit switching are critical enablers.

Uber is buying Berlin startup Blacklane to bolster its ‘Elite’ offering

It’s a notable exit for Blacklane, which has raised more than $100 million from backers like Mercedes-Benz and Sixt.

Can Surging Gas Prices Reverse U.S. EV Sales Slump?

This week’s newsletter also looks at why the world may be on the verge of a bigger oil shock than in 1973 and investor Tom Steyer’s plan to cut California energy prices

These retractable studded tires might save our roads, ears, and lungs
These retractable studded tires might save our roads, ears, and lungs

If you want to feel truly invincible when driving in the snow, you need a set of studded snow tires. They’re illegal in some places, typically restricted to the frigid months of the year in others. Spring for a set, though, and they’ll see you through the worst, slipperiest, snowiest driving conditions you can imagine. […]

Verne Plans Croatian Robotaxi, Dropping Mobileye And Dropping Verne?

Verne was to ship a Croation built 2 seater custom robotaxi with Mobileye Drive. Instead they have a Chinese robotaxi from Pony.AI and Arcfox, managed by Uber.

TechCrunch Mobility: When a robotaxi has to call 911

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.

MG Semi-Solid-State Batteries Promise Performance And Safety Upgrade

Solid-state batteries are taking ages to arrive, but MG is launching semi-solid-state in Europe in 2026. Here’s how they mean a big step forward over regular lithium-ion.

Waymo’s skyrocketing ridership in one chart

Waymo’s weekly paid robotaxi trips have increased tenfold in less than two years.

Iran War Derails The Automotive Industry

The article discusses the impact of the Iran War on the Global Automotive Industry. Some of the impacts are expected to be medium to long term.

Aetherflux reportedly raising Series B at $2 billion valuation

Index Ventures is said to be leading a $250 million to $350 million round.