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GM unveils fourth-generation EV platform focused on computing and AI

At the annual GM Forward event in New York, GM announced a fourth-generation EV platform: a Central Compute Unit (CCU) 40 times more powerful than previous systems, a 30% reduction in wiring, a launch with the Cadillac Escalade IQ in 2028, and hands-off, eyes-off highway autonomous driving. The company also intends to halve its development cycle, competing with Chinese automakers.

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Laplace Intelligence: Ann Arbor startup automates red-teaming of robots and drones through simulation

Laplace Intelligence, a startup founded by University of Michigan alumni, is developing automated red-teaming testing of physical AI — robots and autonomous vehicles — in a high-fidelity simulation built on Nvidia Cosmos. The company is already generating revenue from autonomous driving clients and is competing in the Startup Battlefield 200 contest at TechCrunch Disrupt.

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TechCrunch Mobility: Rivian goes beyond EV manufacturing

RJ Scaringe is turning Rivian into a technology supplier: in-house AI models, autonomous driving with Uber, a custom chip with Arm and TSMC, a $5.8 billion JV with VW, and robotics. Also: deals of the week, Waymo's expansion into Canada, Tesla Roadster's stunt, and a Porsche Macan EV review.

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