Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

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National AI usage among businesses is growing, with current rates at 18% and projected to hit 22% in six months. Larger firms show higher AI adoption; those with 250+ employees report a 27% usage rate ...

US robotaxi company Waymo has revealed that some of its robotaxis in the US rely on remote operators based in the Philippines. The admission came during a US Senate hearing, where Chief Safety Officer ...

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When things get unpredictable in your Waymo, a remote human operator could be on the other line. That’s the slightly unnerving revelation made by the self-drive company in a recent Senate inquiry.