Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 04/23 - Tesla's Autonomous Vehicle Distortion Field?
Apr 23, 2019
Tesla's latest claims about self-driving technology spark skepticism, as experts question the rejection of LiDAR. Meanwhile, Facebook reshapes its leadership with controversial hires. Amazon introduces in-home delivery with Key, while Twitter's stock surges after a strong earnings report. The podcast also dives into the ethics of API usage and how established companies can navigate the startup landscape amid innovation risks, highlighted by a billionaire's costly misstep in crypto.
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Tesla's Autonomy Day Claims
- Elon Musk claims Tesla's will achieve Level 5 autonomy, enabling them to drive anywhere by themselves.
- He dismisses LiDAR technology, calling it unnecessary and a "fool's errand."
Skepticism Surrounding Tesla's Claims
- Experts are skeptical of Tesla's claims, citing the lack of existing technology for Level 5 autonomy.
- The company's history of hyperbolic claims raises concerns about its legitimacy.
Facebook's Controversial Hires
- Facebook hired Jennifer Newstead, involved in drafting the Patriot Act, as general counsel.
- They also hired John Panett, former Microsoft communications director during antitrust battles, for VP of communications.