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Uber's expanded partnership with Waymo to launch driverless rides in Atlanta and Austin raises questions about the viability of the robotaxi business model. Experts like Carnegie Mellon's Phil Koopman highlight the growing pains and operational challenges that Waymo may face in new cities, including safety concerns and unforeseen incidents. While investors are optimistic, the complexity and cost of the technology may hinder scalability, casting doubt on the sustainability of robotaxis as a business model.
Source: YAHOO