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Robotaxi interior is not a private space, industry reworks seating and surveillance design

A proposal has been made to curb disruptive or improper behavior in driverless robotaxis by changing interior design and adding digital warning systems. Researchers discussed ways to deter misconduct in shared autonomous vehicles at a workshop in Sweden, focusing on the risk that the absence of a driver can create a false sense of privacy. Suggested measures include more open cabin layouts and AI assistants that warn riders about monitoring.

Mobility

Survey finds nearly 90 percent say AI developers should be liable in self-driving car crashes

A survey on liability for crashes involving self-driving vehicles found a strong view that AI developers should be held responsible. About 90 percent of respondents said the developers of the AI that moves the vehicle should bear responsibility, according to EV outlet Electrek. About 3,000 people took part. The least-supported option was personal liability for the person in the driver’s seat, while many also argued vehicle owners should be responsible. Some said liability could be shared among makers and AI developers.

Telecommunications & Media

Waymo to offer ride credits for robotaxi and public transit transfers

Waymo will provide ride credits to passengers who use its robotaxi service and public transit together in the San Francisco Bay Area. Riders who register a Visa card in the Waymo app and take Waymo and participating transit within 2 hours using the same card will automatically receive $2.85 in Waymo Cash. The program will start with employees, expand to the public in coming weeks, and later roll out to other cities.