Daily Tech Headlines Tesla's Austin Robotaxi Service Starts Limited Launch - DTH
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Jun 23, 2025 Tesla has launched a limited driverless taxi service in Austin, showcasing its cutting-edge technology with human safety monitors. Meanwhile, the music industry is adapting to track and monetize AI-generated songs, raising questions about copyright. Amazon enters the satellite race with 27 new Project Kuiper satellites to rival Starlink. Additionally, Lenovo reveals its energy-efficient ARM-based Chromebook Plus 14, emphasizing advancements in AI features. Google also makes budget cuts to Google TV as it integrates more AI into its services.
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Tesla's Autonomous Robotaxi in Austin
- Tesla started a limited launch of driverless rides using 2025 Model Y SUVs in Austin.
- This service runs autonomously but includes a human safety monitor in the front passenger seat.
Google TV Budget and Strategy Shift
- Google cut the Google TV budget by 10% and laid off about a quarter of the team.
- Despite the cuts, Google still plans to integrate Gemini AI and enhance YouTube's streaming capabilities.
Music Industry Embraces AI Tracking
- The music industry is shifting to tracking and monetizing AI-generated songs instead of resisting them.
- Tools now detect AI involvement in 20% of daily uploads, despite challenges with regulation and adoption.