DiDi is di-veloping its own robotaxis

 Chinese ride-hailing company DiDi Global is collaborating with Chinese carmakers to develop robotaxis.

DiDi is developing the robotaxis with multiple car manufacturers, including electric vehicle makers, and is aiming to begin putting them into service by 2025.

The company plans for the new vehicles to be domestically produced, with controllable supply chains and key components that are produced nationally.

A robotaxi concept was showcased by DiDi called Neuron which featured robotic arms to help passengers pick up luggage. The vehicle had no driver’s seat to maximise space for passengers.

DiDi began developing and testing autonomous driving vehicles in 2016 and has raised hundreds of millions of dollars in investment from firms such as IDG Capital and Guotai Junan.

In some parts of Shanghai and Guangzhou, DiDi allows users to hail self-driving cars through its main app. The firm’s self-driving fleet is currently supplied by Swedish carmaker Volvo. 

The company also unveiled its autonomous trucking division named Kargobot, which reportedly has over 100 self-driving trucks currently in use. The main focus of Kargobot is logistics and freight services.

In addition, DiDi introduced two new pieces of hardware related to autonomous driving.

The first piece of hardware is the DiDi Beiyao Beta LiDAR, which is developed in partnership with Chinese tech firm Benewake. The second development is a computing platform called Orca, which is designed for self-driving cars.

DiDi has faced serious regulatory troubles in recent years, including a cybersecurity investigation by China’s cyberspace watchdog which forced it to take down its 25 mobile apps from app stores and suspend new user registration. The company was later fined $1.2 billion over data-security breaches and delisted from the New York Stock Exchange.

The announcement of DiDi’s collaboration with Chinese carmakers is a significant development for its autonomous driving plan after almost two years of regulatory difficulties. The lidar sensor and car computing device that was also announced at the event will further enhance Didi’s autonomous driving capabilities.

DiDi’s move to develop robotaxis aligns with its efforts to expand its business beyond ride-hailing and diversify its revenue streams. Robotaxis could also reduce the company’s reliance on human drivers, who are often involved in road accidents, and increase its profitability in the long run.

However, the success of DiDi’s robotaxi project will depend on the company’s ability to overcome regulatory hurdles and competition from other autonomous driving companies.

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Cruise robotaxis now run 24/7 in San Francisco

 Cruise has announced that it’s now operating 24/7 in San Francisco, marking a significant milestone in its journey.

San Francisco has proven to be an ideal testing ground for Cruise’s electric robotaxis, thanks to its hilly, congested terrain. The city’s infamous fog has also proven troublesome for autonomous vehicles.

Operating robotaxis in San Francisco has become a key test of business viability for Cruise, which believes that if it can work in the challenging conditions of the city, it can work anywhere. Vogt believes the machine learning systems and capabilities developed in San Francisco will stand the company in good stead as it expands to other cities.

Vogt added that the company has also started advertising for a deputy general manager and commercial operations officer for Dallas, suggesting that the Texas city could be its next target for expansion.

Cruise has already begun operating robotaxis in Phoenix and Austin, and says its system has driven over a million miles without a driver behind the wheel.

While Cruise is still some way behind rivals like Waymo in terms of the scale of its autonomous ride-hailing operations, it has made significant progress in recent years.

The company has been boosted by the support of parent company GM, which is keen to stake a claim in the rapidly growing autonomous vehicle sector. GM has invested heavily in Cruise, which is now valued at around $30bn.

If Cruise is successful in expanding its operations beyond California, it could help to accelerate the growth of the autonomous vehicle market.

While the technology has made great strides in recent years, significant hurdles remain before fully autonomous vehicles become a common sight on our roads. These include regulatory challenges, safety concerns and issues around public acceptance of the technology.

However, with the backing of major players like GM and a track record of successful testing in a challenging urban environment, Cruise is well-placed to play a key role in shaping the future of autonomous transportation.

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Apple’s mixed-reality headset will use magnetic batteries

 

Apple’s upcoming mixed-reality headset will feature a unique magnetic port for attaching a battery pack.

According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the external battery pack will have a proprietary connector on one end that attaches to the headset itself. The magnetic connector will be round-tipped and will lock into the port by the user turning it.

Each battery pack will offer just two hours of battery life. The magnetic connection will enable users to quickly and securely change packs if they need some extra juice.

Apple’s designers reportedly set out to avoid weight problems when the headset is worn, reducing pressure on the face that could make it uncomfortable. Users of headsets like Meta’s Quest have often complained that most existing devices are difficult to wear for any prolonged period. 

The slight trade-off with Apple’s design is that users will have to deal with a cable and stow the battery pack in a pocket or on a belt.

Fortunately, the battery packs are said to be the same size as a MagSafe battery pack. That means users that need plenty of power will be able to store a few battery packs without too much trouble.

The decision to use a battery pack was reportedly controversial for Apple’s engineers, given the company’s preference for a cable-free design. While the battery could have been integrated in other ways, such as in the section of the headband to the rear of the head for balance, a tethered battery was chosen instead for this first release.

The headset will reportedly also have a USB-C connection, which will be used for data rather than power. The battery packs themselves will also feature USB-C for recharging and can be recharged using the same adapter included with a MacBook Pro.

Using a magnetic port for attaching a battery pack is a unique solution that could address some of the weight and discomfort issues associated with other headsets. However, many of Apple’s designers have reportedly pushed to delay the headset over concerns the trade-offs and high cost will lead to poor adoption.

For its first major new product type in many years, Apple is looking for another “iPhone moment” with its headset. Only time will tell if the industry receives it with such enthusiasm.

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The TMS market value in Europe and North America to exceed € 4 billion by 2027

 A transport management system (TMS) is a logistics platform that helps plan, execute and optimise the physical movement of goods. Dedicated transport management systems first emerged in the 1980s, mainly adopted by larger companies.

The TMS market has since then evolved considerably and cloud-based solutions today offer scalable alternatives for businesses of any size across industry sectors. Berg Insight estimates that the value of the European TMS market reached around € 1.1 billion in 2022. Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.4 percent, the market value of transport management systems in Europe is forecasted to reach € 1.8 billion in 2027. The North American TMS market is at the same time forecasted to grow from € 1.4 billion in 2022 to reach almost € 2.3 billion in 2027, representing a CAGR of 10.6 percent.

“Solution vendors range from small specialised TMS developers active in local markets to the major enterprise software providers with worldwide presence”, said Rickard Andersson, Principal Analyst, Berg Insight.

He adds that some of the most notable players on the North American TMS market are Trimble Transportation and McLeod Software. “Trimble is a major industrial technology company which offers a suite of TMS solutions following multiple acquisitions, while McLeod has focused specifically on serving the trucking industry for over 35 years”, continued Mr. Andersson.

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5 upcoming IoT innovations that have tech leaders talking

                                         The Internet of Things’ (IoT) presence has continually grown within a variety of sectors, including commercial real estate. The IoT expansion shouldn’t come as much of a surprise however — this network of devices that can communicate with each other, collect and exchange data with sensors and software, has been game-changing for businesses and individual users alike.

Home appliances, CRE buildings and cars are just a few examples of devices that can operate within IoT. Many people use IoT every day whether it’s operating their smartphone or wearable fitness device.

While at times it may seem like IoT has reached its apex when it comes to devices, it might be just getting started, according to the Forbes Technology Council. The group recently shared the new and potential IoT devices that they’re most excited about.

Digital Twin Technology

A digital twin is a digital representation, or copy, of a real-world physical product that can be used for testing, monitoring, maintenance and more. Christine Boles, Intel VP Network & Edge Group, GM Federal and Industrial Solutions, said she believes digital twin tech “holds the greatest potential among IoT tools” because businesses can test products’ quality, efficiency and more without wasting real-world resources.

“Used correctly, digital twins can save companies both time and money,” Boles said.

Smart Buildings and Cities

CRE buildings have become smarter in recent years in an effort to attract prospective tenants and become more energy efficient (lights that turn on and off automatically based on whether people are in the room, for example).

Like anything connected to the internet, smart buildings and cities have security concerns, but they’re also, “creating ecosystems of IoT and OT (operational technology) devices that increase operational efficiencies, enhance safety and use fewer resources,” Sevco Security Chief Strategy Officer Brian Contos said.

With IoT devices, CRE buildings could shrink their carbon footprints that their HVAC systems create, while cities could offer Wi-Fi access throughout the area.

IoT In Manufacturing

IoT could be a valuable asset in manufacturing plants, whether it’s to send real-time alerts that a product is out of stock or when a piece of equipment is not functioning properly.

Cadynce co-founder and CTO David Dozer also noted that machines on shop floors could capture data, but making the information useful for business systems was often challenging. As IoT has evolved however, “data from the factory floor can be viewed in real time, allowing manufacturers to take swift action when there are issues and have visibility into what is being produced as it happens,” Dozer said.

Shared or Public Infrastructures for IoT

IoT’s capabilities are exciting, but they’re only as good as their support systems. Nodle CTO Elliott Teissonniere pointed out that the infrastructure to support IoT is lacking today, and he’s most looking forward to new IoT shared or public infrastructures.

“Such infrastructure will increase interoperability between IoT devices, allowing them to work together seamlessly while also providing stronger privacy and security guarantees,” he said.

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