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This week in technology, major partnerships are reshaping autonomous transport, NVIDIA is pushing the boundaries of physical AI, and new platforms are emerging for custom enterprise AI. We also cover key developments in Kubernetes optimization, quantum computing milestones, and a significant acquisition in the open-source community. Here’s what you need to know. Uber and Rivian Partner for 50,000-Vehicle Autonomous Robotaxi Fleet In a landmark partnership set to reshape urban mobility, Uber and Rivian have announced a collaboration to launch a massive fleet of up to 50,000 fully autonomous R2 robotaxis. This initiative aims to accelerate the autonomous vehicle roadmaps for both companies, starting with an initial deployment of 10,000 vehicles. The first robotaxis are scheduled to launch in San Francisco and Miami in 2028, with an ambitious expansion plan targeting 25 cities by 2031. To support this, Uber will invest up to $1.25 billion in Rivian through 2031, contingent on achieving specific performance milestones. The Rivian R2 robotaxis will be available exclusively on the Uber platform. ...

OpenAI Unveils GPT-5.2, A Powerful AI Model for Professional Workflows OpenAI has officially launched GPT-5.2, its most advanced AI model series yet, engineered to enhance professional workflows and tackle complex, multi-step projects. The new series—comprising GPT-5.2 Instant, Thinking, and Pro—delivers significant improvements in coding, spreadsheet and presentation creation, image perception, and understanding long contexts. According to OpenAI, GPT-5.2 Thinking shows a 30 percent reduction in errors compared to its predecessor, GPT-5.1, making it more reliable for tasks like research, writing, and analysis. The model also demonstrates improved performance in mathematical problem-solving and abstract reasoning benchmarks. The rollout of GPT-5.2 will begin with paid ChatGPT users, with the API now available to all developers, marking a strategic move to solidify OpenAI’s leadership in the competitive enterprise AI landscape. ...