Shorts
What happened
Two teenagers were riding in a Waymo driverless taxi when the car's built-in systems flagged their behavior — they were drinking underage and firing gel balls out the window. The car effectively snitched on them, and they were arrested.
Why it matters
The context behind the story.
This is a glimpse of a world where the vehicle you're riding in isn't just transportation — it's also watching you. Driverless cars are packed with cameras and sensors, and this story shows that data can be used against passengers in real legal situations.
Takeaway
Your Uber can't call the cops on you. Your Waymo apparently can.
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