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Industry
Tesla FSD safety claims questioned; some internal AI staff say they do not trust it
A Reuters review found Tesla’s promoted safety statistics for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system were based on a comparison using different crash measures. Researchers and former Tesla staff interviewed were sceptical of claims that FSD is up to 10 times safer than human drivers. Some former data labelers and an autonomy engineer said they would not trust the system. The review also cited reports of testing and mapping practices and growing regulatory scrutiny.
Industry
Samsung Electronics outlines people-centred Galaxy design, aims for optimal fit
Samsung Electronics unveiled its Galaxy design philosophy, emphasising a people-centred approach that blends into daily life rather than spotlighting advanced technology. In a media briefing on April 9, it introduced the design concept and development process for the Galaxy S26 and Buds4 series released last month. The Galaxy S26 series adopts a unified outer silhouette across three models. Buds4 was redesigned around fit, using more than 100 million ear-shape data points and over 10,000 wear simulations.
Crypto
Bitcoin market on edge ahead of four key U.S. economic events this week
Bitcoin is fluctuating around $70,000 as four major U.S. economic releases this week are expected to raise volatility in the cryptocurrency market. The events include March flash PMI for manufacturing and services, weekly jobless claims, the University of Michigan consumer sentiment index and inflation expectations, and U.S. crude oil inventory data. The results could reshape expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts and influence risk-asset appetite, affecting bitcoin and broader markets.
