Waymo builds its own chip for its robotaxis, cutting its reliance
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TL;DRWaymo designed custom chips for its self-driving cars to reduce Nvidia dependency.
Why it matters: Custom silicon gives Waymo cost control, performance optimization, and supply chain independence.
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TL;DRLondon taxi drivers worry about job loss as Waymo and Wayve push driverless cars in the city.
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