The tech giant Uber and Waymo have become pitted against each other as they jostle for control over the rules governing autonomous vehicles (AVs), with the former arguing for a hybrid model that includes human drivers, while the latter seeks to forge ahead alone.

At a recent D.C. Council hearing, the debate intensified, with concerns around testing requirements and fees being aired by companies like Tesla. Waymo, having already surpassed certain thresholds, stands to gain an early market advantage if the bill passes as drafted.

In other news, Uber is expanding its reach through a $14.8 billion deal with Delivery Hero, aiming to double its delivery footprint across Europe and beyond. Meanwhile, notable startups are raising millions in funding rounds, from self-inspection technology to fast-delivery services.

The future of driving looks set to be rewritten; will it be penned by human hands or left to the AI?