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CPUC Gives green light to Waymo's driverless service in California

The California Public Utilities Commission allows Google's Waymo to operate commercial driverless ride-hailing service, overturning local officials' protests.

General Motors' Cruise Fined for Delayed Accident Report

General Motors' self-driving car company Cruise was fined for delaying accident report details. Learn more here!

Amazon Fined $5.9Million for Violating Warehouse Worker Protection Law

Amazon was fined $5.9 million for not complying with AB-701 regarding informing workers of expected workload. They will appeal.

Former Neuralink Employee Files Lawsuit Against Company

A former Neuralink employee Lindsay Short sued the company for various issues, including working with virus-carrying monkeys and unfair treatment, with details in the report.

Tesla's Self-Driving Technology Faces False Advertising Lawsuits

A judge in California rejected Tesla's attempt to dismiss self-driving false advertising allegations. DMV investigated, SEC is also involved. Controversy over names and functions. Some car owners won false advertising suits.

Germany's Solar Boom Leads to Plunging Electricity Prices and Challenges

Germany's aggressive solar development causes electricity prices to drop, affecting the industry and carbon reduction plans, similar issues in California.

Largest Lithium-Ion Battery Energy Storage Facility in California on Fire

A fire broke out at a lithium-ion battery energy storage facility in California, causing damage and evacuations. The incident highlights the challenges and safety concerns of this clean energy technology.

Tesla Announces Layoffs at Palo Alto and Fremont Factories

Tesla has filed documents with the California government to lay off employees at its Palo Alto and Fremont factories, adding to the company's previously announced layoffs in the Bay Area and Texas.
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