Andrew Hawkins, transportation reporter for The Verge, explores the latest developments in the Waymo vs. Uber trial. Cheddar spoke to him just minutes before a settlement was reached between the two companies.
He points out that the public battle between Uber and Waymo could have negative consequences for the ride-sharing industry. These companies consistently highlight how ride-sharing services help the public, yet the trial has unearthed allegations of theft and corporate greed that could tarnish the image of the whole industry.
The Trump administration announced a trade deal with the United Kingdom Thursday in grandiose terms, but with only limited details about what it achieves.