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  "id": 5333499,
  "title": "Uber and AI firm Wayve launch first self-driving robotaxis in London",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/uber-and-ai-firm-wayve-launch-first-self-driving-robotaxis-in-london",
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  "published": "2026-09-03T08:30:00.000Z",
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    "url": "https://aol.co.uk/articles/uber-ai-firm-wayve-launch-075433000.html"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Uber and AI firm Wayve have introduced the UK’s first autonomous robotaxis in London. The ride-hailing service allows passengers to request self-driving vehicles through the Uber app, though a human safety driver remains on board to take control if necessary. The fleet consists of all-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E cars equipped with Wayve’s artificial intelligence driving technology. Transport for London issued minicab licenses for these self-driving vehicles last month. Over 140,000 London residents have already opted to use self-driving rides via the Uber app. Uber's global head of autonomous mobility, Sarfraz Maredia, expressed excitement about delivering autonomous rides in London for the first time. Wayve, a British AI technology company founded in 2017, is proud to debut its Wayve AI Driver in London, a city known for its complex roads. The CEO and co-founder, Alex Kendall, believes autonomous driving technology will enhance London's transportation network. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander hailed the launch as a significant step for London's future transport system, highlighting the role of British innovation in bringing the technology to the roads.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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