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Lyft riders in Atlanta can now hail a self-driving vehicle through the app, marking the first commercial rollout of the company’s partnership with autonomous vehicle startup May Mobility. The pilot program, which began this week, represents Lyft’s latest effort to gain ground in the increasingly competitive robotaxi market.
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Amazon-owned Zoox has officially opened its futuristic robotaxi rides to the public in Las Vegas — and for now, they’re free. The company, which has been developing its custom-built autonomous vehicles for more than six years, announced Wednesday that anyone over 18 can now hail one of its driverless cars
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Travelers in and around New York City and parts of Southern Europe may soon find a new option on their Uber app: helicopters. Joby Aviation, the California-based electric air taxi startup, announced Wednesday that helicopters operated by Blade Air Mobility will be bookable on Uber as early as 2026. While
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Waymo has secured approval to serve its first airport in California, San Jose Mineta International, marking a major milestone in the company’s long-running push to integrate robotaxis into airport travel. The Alphabet-owned autonomous vehicle company announced Thursday that it will begin testing at the airport in the coming months,
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JetBlue is taking a different path in the race to upgrade in-flight internet. While many major airlines have partnered with SpaceX’s Starlink, JetBlue announced Thursday that it will instead turn to Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellites to deliver free Wi-Fi to passengers beginning in 2027. Faster Speeds, New Partner
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Google is expanding the role of its Translate app from a simple translation tool into a more dynamic language learning platform. The company announced that it is rolling out AI-powered practice lessons and live translation features, powered by its Gemini models, aimed at helping users learn, practice, and communicate more
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Alaska Airlines is making a bold move into the lucrative world of high-end travel rewards. The carrier, which acquired Hawaiian Airlines last year, announced the launch of a new premium credit card and a combined loyalty program called Atmos—both designed to compete head-on with the industry’s biggest players.
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Private members’ club giant Soho House & Co is set to go private after striking a takeover deal worth around $2.7 billion with a consortium of investors led by New York-based hotel group MCR Hotels. The agreement will see shareholders receive $9 per share, valuing the London-founded hospitality brand
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It seems like Google is determined to weave AI into every corner of its product lineup — and now, it’s aiming to change the way you search for airfare. On Thursday, the company announced Flight Deals, a new AI-powered feature for Google Flights designed for travelers who know they want
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Electric air taxi pioneer Joby Aviation has announced a landmark acquisition of Blade Air Mobility’s passenger helicopter ride-share business, in a deal valued at up to $125 million. The transaction marks a strategic leap for Joby, giving it immediate access to a highly developed network of urban air mobility
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In a fast-changing world where geopolitical tensions are rising and defense budgets are expanding, eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) manufacturers are being pushed to adopt more flexible, multi-purpose strategies. One company at the forefront of this shift is Israeli startup AIR, which has opted for a dual-track approach: simultaneously
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After years on the sidelines, Citi is stepping back into the premium credit card arena with the launch of its new Strata Elite Card, a direct answer to Chase’s Sapphire Reserve and the American Express Platinum Card. With a clear focus on travel, dining, and high-end perks, Citi is