Regulator Suspends Pony.ai's Driverless Testing Permit after Non-Fatal Collision: Ensuring Safe and Secure AI Operations

October 28, 2021

The California regulator's decision to suspend Pony.ai's driverless testing permit follows a collision involving one of the startup's autonomous vehicles, striking a center divider and traffic sign in San Francisco. This incident highlights the need for trustworthy AI operations and underscores the importance of adhering to governance principles, such as those outlined by Project Cerebellum's AI Govern function. Ready to help shape responsible AI? JOIN US
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