WSJ Tech News Briefing TNB Tech Minute: At Least 19 Die in Nepal Protests Against Social-Media Ban
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Sep 8, 2025 In recent news, protests in Nepal turn deadly over a controversial social media ban. Meanwhile, Uber teams up with a Chinese autonomous driving company to pilot robotaxis in Germany next year. Volkswagen is gearing up to introduce a new lineup of small electric cars by 2026. The conversation touches on the rising importance of AI across various industries, highlighting the rapid developments in technology both locally and globally.
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Deadly Protests Over Social Media Ban
- At least 19 people died after clashes in Nepal over a new social-media ban that began Friday.
- The army was deployed, the home minister resigned, and a government probe was announced.
Parliament Targeted During Unrest
- Protesters in Kathmandu tried to break into parliament as the army moved onto the streets outside.
- State media reported the home minister's resignation and a committee to investigate the violence.
Uber Partners To Test Robo-Taxis
- Uber will integrate Momenta's autonomous driving tech to test robo-taxis in Germany next year.
- Tests start in Munich with plans to expand to other European cities.