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Trial begins for man accused of sparking LA’s deadly Palisades fire

Jonathan Rinderknecht is accused of starting the blaze that became Los Angeles’s deadliest and most destructive wildfire

The Guardian - US · Jun 8

Uber opens sign-ups for London robotaxis ahead of launch in months

Uber is launching its first robotaxi service in London. Users can now sign up for a chance to ride in these AI-driven vehicles. The service, powered by British startup Wayve, is expected to begin in the coming months. This marks a significant step for autonomous vehicle technology in the UK.

The Economic Times · Jun 8

UK robotaxis to start carrying paying passengers ‘in next couple of months’

Uber will offer self-driving minicab rides in London using Wayve’s technology.

Evening Standard · Jun 8

"Silent one please": Woman passenger praises Uber driver's 'ride menu' with four options, lets riders decide the journey style

After a long and exhausting business trip, a woman passenger shares her experience of choosing a “silent ride” option offered by her Uber driver through a laminated “ride menu.” What began as a simple request for quiet unfolds into a deeply personal story about driver's daughter and her struggles and…

The Economic Times · Jun 7

Ranking the 16 FIFA World Cup Host Cities

Each 2026 FIFA World Cup host city will offer a unique experience for fans.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 5

A Veteran Research Firm Issues a Stark Dot-Com Warning for Nvidia Stock

TS Lombard warned that Nvidia may resemble Cisco during the dot-com era, but the company is still delivering explosive AI-driven growth.

Barchart · Jun 5

OpenAI's Sam Altman Says AI Costs Have Become a 'Huge Issue' For Companies

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said AI spending has become a "huge issue" for companies.

International Business Times · Jun 4

Uber Stock Alert: What to Know As Uber Slashes People Team by 23%

UBER laid off nearly a quarter of its People and Places division. Here’s what these job cuts really mean for UBER shares.

Barchart · Jun 4

Bitcoin (BTC USD) and Ethereum (ETH USD) drag crypto market cap down to $2.24 trillion in brutal selloff - here's what traders need to know

Crypto market crash today: The crypto market is experiencing a significant downturn, with total market capitalization falling to $2.24 trillion. Bitcoin and Ethereum are leading the decline, impacting altcoins and the broader DeFi sector. Heavy liquidations and a "Fear" sentiment in the market are contributing to sustained selling pressure.

The Economic Times · Jun 4

Uber Cuts 23% of HR Team, Denies AI Was Behind Layoffs Despite CEO's Automation Warning

Uber restructures its HR division, cutting 23% of jobs in People and Places to enhance efficiency. Despite AI's growing role, the company denies AI-driven layoffs, focusing instead on organisational streamlining and leadership changes.

International Business Times UK · Jun 4