The Lab · 2026-03-26 08:27:00 · TechCrunch
A Croatian startup, operating under the formidable Rimac Group, is making a direct play for the robotaxi market with a key strategic partnership. Verne, the newly launched autonomous vehicle company, is beginning its commercial rollout not in a global tech hub, but in its home city of Zagreb. This move signals a calcul...
The Lab · 2026-03-26 08:56:48 · The Verge
Uber is moving to launch what it claims will be Europe's first commercially available robotaxi service, forming a strategic alliance with China's autonomous driving firm Pony AI and Croatian mobility startup Verne. The vehicles are already undergoing testing on the streets of Zagreb, Verne's headquarters, with plans to...
The Lab · 2026-03-26 09:56:53 · Seeking Alpha
A landmark partnership between autonomous vehicle startup Verne, Chinese self-driving leader Pony.ai, and global ride-hailing giant Uber has launched Europe's first commercial robotaxi service. This move directly challenges the established players in the autonomous vehicle race and signals a significant step toward mai...
The Lab · 2026-03-26 15:57:08 · TechCrunch
A Croatian startup, Verne, is launching a commercial robotaxi service in its home city of Zagreb, directly challenging established players in the autonomous vehicle market. The company, which operates under the umbrella of the high-performance electric vehicle firm Rimac Group, is entering the fray with a significant s...
The Network · 2026-03-30 15:27:04 · TechCrunch
Uber is moving decisively to capture the high-end ground transportation market with its acquisition of Berlin-based luxury chauffeur startup Blacklane. This strategic purchase directly targets the expansion of Uber's premium 'Elite' offering, signaling a clear push to dominate the corporate and luxury travel segment. T...
The Lab · 2026-03-31 16:57:31 · TechCrunch
Uber has significantly increased its investment in Chinese autonomous vehicle firm WeRide, a strategic move timed with the launch of their first fully driverless robotaxi service in Dubai. This marks a major escalation of their partnership beyond pilot programs, directly deploying commercial autonomous vehicles in a ke...
The Lab · 2026-03-31 19:57:23 · TechCrunch
Uber and its autonomous driving partner WeRide have officially launched a fleet of robotaxis in Dubai that operate without a human safety driver behind the wheel. This move marks a significant escalation in the commercial deployment of driverless technology in the region, moving beyond controlled pilots to a service in...
The Lab · 2026-04-07 09:57:26 · Seeking Alpha
Pony AI has cleared a significant regulatory hurdle in Singapore, securing approval to operate its autonomous vehicles for by-invite rides. This move marks a pivotal step in the company's strategic rollout within the city-state, transitioning from testing to a more controlled public-facing service. The approval signals...
The Lab · 2026-04-08 10:26:52 · Seeking Alpha
Europe's first commercial robotaxi service has launched, marking a significant milestone in autonomous mobility. The joint venture between autonomous driving technology firm Pony.ai, ride-hailing giant Uber, and Croatian mobility company Verne is now operational in Zagreb, Croatia. This service represents a direct comm...
The Lab · 2026-04-15 05:52:31 · Seeking Alpha
Uber is making a massive, multi-billion dollar bet to reclaim its position in the autonomous vehicle arena. According to a report, the ride-hailing giant is committing a staggering $10 billion to accelerate its robotaxi push, signaling a major strategic pivot back into a capital-intensive and highly competitive field i...