Riding onboard with Rivian’s race to autonomy

Rivian, the electric vehicle manufacturer, is making strides in autonomous driving technology, showcasing its progress while acknowledging the significant challenges that remain. The company recently demonstrated its autonomous capabilities, which rely on a sophisticated integration of lidar, radar, and cameras to navigate various driving scenarios.

Rivian is set to expand its hands-free driving system to encompass 3.5 million miles of roads across North America, significantly increasing its coverage from current capabilities. This update will be available for the second-generation R1 trucks and SUVs, allowing operation beyond just divided highways.

Google and Apple have both released emergency security updates to address vulnerabilities that were actively exploited in zero-day attacks. Apple has patched its flagship devices, while Google has updated Chrome to fix a specific vulnerability that was part of these attacks.

An experiment conducted by women suggested that LinkedIn's new algorithm may exhibit sexist behavior, raising concerns about bias in its recommendations. Experts indicate that the situation is more complex than the initial findings suggest, highlighting the need for a deeper analysis of algorithmic fairness.

Google has introduced a new feature in Google Translate that allows users to hear real-time translations directly in their headphones, preserving the tone and cadence of each speaker. This enhancement aims to improve the clarity and flow of multilingual conversations.

Home Depot's GitHub token was exposed for an entire year, allowing unauthorized access to its internal systems. This breach raises significant concerns about the company's cybersecurity measures and the potential risks associated with such vulnerabilities.

A flaw in the back-end systems of Hama Film's photo booth website has exposed customers' pictures and videos, allowing unauthorized downloads. This vulnerability raises significant concerns about user privacy and data security.

Rivian has announced that its AI assistant will be integrated into all existing electric vehicles (EVs) in its lineup, including the R1T truck and R1S SUV, starting in early 2026. This rollout signifies a major step in enhancing the user experience for Rivian's customers.