Global Scans · Robots · Weekly Summary

• [New] Elon Musk introduces Tesla's highly anticipated autonomous robotaxi, Cybercab, priced under $30,000, and reveals plans for full self-driving features in Model 3 and Model Y cars in California and Texas by 2025. GCC BUSINESS WATCH
• [New] The Lyft-ready autonomous vehicle (AV) will include over 100 sensors. Engadget
• [New] According to a Gartner forecast reported by CXTODAY, autonomous systems powered by generative AI are expected to handle 80% of customer service interactions by 2029, resulting in a reduction of up to 30% in operational costs. Forbes
• [New] The autonomous vehicle revolution has transitioned from future speculation to present commercial reality on a global scale, creating immediate pressures that threaten traditional rental car and broader mobility economics. Ankura
• [New] China is investing heavily in autonomous systems - and swarms of drones could overwhelm Taiwan's (and U.S.) defences. SOF News
• [New] Denmark has been channeling €830 million annually from frozen Russian assets directly to small Ukrainian drone producers and has also established a co-production facility that could later serve Danish forces. Caliber.az
• [New] The company Ehang hopes to launch autonomous flying taxis in major Chinese cities by 2028. Currently, by AT&T
• [New] The IMO is developing a code for Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships which is expected to be ready for voluntary use in 2025. DNV
• [New] Autonomous trucks could account for up to 30% of new truck sales in the US by 2035. Skypage
• [New] Artificial intelligence could displace nearly 100 million U.S. jobs within the next decade, spurring Democrats to push for a robot tax on companies that replace human workers with tech. Fox Business
• [New] Increased international investment in Taiwan's drone industry could improve its domestic production capacity, which is essential for Taiwanese national defence. American Enterprise Institute - AEI
• [New] BAE Systems has teamed up with Forterra to develop a new autonomous Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle prototype that has been fast tracked for live demonstrations in 2026 as part of a program to enhance the US Army's Armored Brigade Combat Team. New Atlas
• [New] There will be an international FPV drone race with qualifiers for a world championship. MEXICONOW
• [New] By 2035, autonomy will be embedded across vessel classes - from partially autonomous coastal and service ships to remotely operated USVs for defence and inspection - shifting maritime operations toward safer, more fuel-efficient, and digitally managed fleets. openpr
• [New] Large capital rounds and strategic shipyard investments for production-scale autonomous surface vessels underscore investor confidence in ASV (Autonomous Surface Vessel) commercialization potential. openpr
• [New] The US Coast Guard will invest USD 350 million to expand robotics and autonomous systems, strengthening mission execution and operational capabilities. SWZ|Maritime | For technical professionals in the marit
• Key Takeaway: In 2025 and beyond, autonomous AI agents will be a key differentiator for companies looking to outpace competitors by improving agility, reducing costs, and making smarter, faster decisions. Rapidops
• In 2025, autonomous AI agents will redefine business operations by evolving beyond simple task automation to independently managing complex processes. Rapidops
• By vehicle type autonomous vehicles segment is expanding at a 16.4% CAGR from 2025 to 2034. Precedence Research
• The autonomous vehicle will launch to low Earth orbit, where it will be positioned there to store cargo for up to five years. Gizmodo
• There could be a challenge from the host of companies developing autonomous cars, ranging from the US's Tesla to China's Baidu. The Guardian
• Recent strategic partnerships with Waymo and Baidu enhance Lyft's position in autonomous vehicle technology, potentially improving operational efficiency and reducing costs through fleet management innovations like Flexdrive and Apollo Go integration in Europe and Nashville by 2026. Yahoo Finance

Last updated: 13 October 2025