The Information's TITV Electric Air Taxis, Crypto AI Bets, AI Copyright Wars | Aug 4, 2025
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Aug 4, 2025 Eric Allison, Chief Product Officer of Joby Aviation, shares insights on their bold acquisition of Blade and the vision for electric air taxis, tackling challenges like regulatory hurdles and technological innovation. Sylvia Varnham O'Regan discusses the murky waters of AI copyright, highlighting the conflict between individual creators and tech companies amidst rising legal disputes. They also explore the exciting intersections of cryptocurrency, AI, and robotics, and how these technologies are shaping the future of investments and urban mobility.
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Joby-BLADE Integration Insight
- Joby Aviation is building a fully integrated electric air taxi company, including aircraft and customer experience.
- Acquiring Blade gives Joby access to proven customer base and infrastructure for early commercialization.
Electric Air Taxi Challenges
- Developing electric aircraft is far more complex than automotive EVs due to performance, cost, and noise challenges.
- Joby has innovated novel gearless electric motors meeting FAA safety standards for their air taxis.
Multi-level Regulation and Infrastructure
- Aviation is highly regulated at federal, state, and local levels, with FAA certifying aircraft and local governments permitting infrastructure.
- Blade's infrastructure in New York City offers Joby a jumpstart for access and operations in early commercialization.