Articles tagged with "data-sharing"
Why companies don’t share AV crash data – and how they could - Robohub
The article discusses the reluctance of autonomous vehicle (AV) companies to share crash and safety data, which is critical for improving AV safety. Despite decades of AV testing and strong industry incentives, companies treat this data as proprietary intellectual property that provides a competitive edge, leading to limited transparency and collaboration. A Cornell research team explored this issue by interviewing AV safety employees and found that data sharing is hindered by political challenges within companies and the perception that safety knowledge is private rather than a public good. Current U.S. and European regulations require only minimal crash information, failing to capture the complex, underlying factors that contribute to accidents. To address these barriers, the researchers propose distinguishing between proprietary technical data and safety knowledge that can be shared without compromising competitive advantages. For example, companies could share summarized accident details or standardized “exam questions” that AV systems must pass, enabling broader safety improvements without exposing sensitive infrastructure. The team suggests that academic institutions could serve as neutral intermediaries to facilitate data sharing, ultimately making AV safety
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The article provides a comprehensive overview of key discussions and developments at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, focusing on the future of transportation. Notable industry leaders such as Waymo co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana, Slate CEO Chris Barman, Nuro co-CEO Dave Ferguson, Uber CPO Sachin Kansal, Wayve CEO Alex Kendall, and Kodiak AI CEO Don Burnette shared insights on autonomous vehicles, electric mobility, and ecosystem innovation. A highlight includes Slate’s approach to vehicle customization, where the company plans to openly share data for accessories, allowing owners and third parties to 3D print and sell parts independently, fostering an open marketplace with optional fees for sales through Slate’s platform. Additional event highlights include San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie welcoming Waymo and other mobility companies to the city, and the announcement of Glīd as a transportation-focused competition winner. Waymo’s Mawakana emphasized the need for greater industry responsibility on safety and privacy, noting the company’s refusal
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