Uber rival inDrive eyes 2027 robotaxi tests in Central Asia with Pony.ai and Nvidia | TechCrunch
The short version
inDrive aims to test robotaxis in Kazakhstan by 2027 in collaboration with Pony.ai and Nvidia.
Key takeaways
- Testing to start in Astana in early 2027.
- Pony.ai's robotaxis will be integrated into inDrive's app.
- Nvidia to provide AI technology for the project.
Overall sentiment
PositiveThe partnership suggests significant advancements in autonomous vehicle technology, indicating growth opportunities in emerging markets.
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