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Tesla has launched a limited robotaxi trial in Austin, Texas using Model Y vehicles instead of the promised Cybercab. The program includes Tesla-employed safety monitors in every vehicle and is restricted to pre-invited participants. The service operates only in geofenced areas of Austin with teleoperations support. This cautious approach comes despite requests from Texas lawmakers to delay until new autonomous vehicle regulations take effect in September. Unlike competitor Waymo, which now operates without safety drivers, Tesla's trial represents an early step toward Elon Musk's vision of fully autonomous ride-hailing.

Meta has partnered with Oakley to launch the Oakley Meta HSTN smart glasses designed for sports enthusiasts. These glasses feature a 3K camera, open-ear speakers, microphones, water resistance, and Meta AI integration for voice commands and real-time assistance. With impressive battery life of up to 8 hours active use and 48 hours via the charging case, they're built for active lifestyles. Available in six color combinations compatible with prescription lenses, pricing starts at $399 with premium models at $499. The glasses will initially launch across 15 countries, expanding to more markets in 2025, building on Meta's previous Ray-Ban collaboration while specifically targeting athletic users.

SK Group and Amazon Web Services are investing $5.1 billion to build South Korea's largest AI data center in Ulsan. AWS will contribute $4 billion of the total investment. The facility will initially have 41-megawatt capacity by 2027, expanding to 103 megawatts with 60,000 GPUs by 2029. Construction begins August 2024, with the groundbreaking ceremony planned for 2025. The center will be located near SK Gas's power plant to ensure stable energy supply. SK Telecom will lead operations of this joint venture, which aims to strengthen South Korea's position in the global AI infrastructure landscape.

SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son has proposed a $1 trillion AI and robotics manufacturing hub called "Project Crystal Land" in Arizona. The ambitious initiative aims to rival China's Shenzhen by creating extensive high-tech production facilities, with potential partnerships including TSMC and the Trump administration. Son is reportedly in discussions with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick regarding tax incentives and expedited approvals. The project complements SoftBank's other AI investments, including a joint venture with OpenAI, and could significantly boost U.S. manufacturing capabilities in robotics and artificial intelligence, positioning America as a global leader in these technologies.