Reply to post: Re: "Fall Creators Update"

Remember the Uber self-driving car that killed a woman crossing the street? The AI had no clue about jaywalkers

Richocet

Re: "Fall Creators Update"

That is why they turned off the part of the program where the car slowed down if it spotted a potential danger it was unsure of, or braked to avoid a hazard.

They couldn't solve the actual problem of AI driving so they faked it. More reckless than what Boeing did with their MCAS on the 767 Max and someone should be liable for the decision.

Potential solution: Make the Uber test car and the safety driver a tiny, frail vehicle that has the lowest legal crash protection rating: Minimizes damage to 3rd parties in the event of a crash, and a stronger incentive for Uber and the safety driver to avoid all crashes.

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