Waymo Limits Robotaxi Service Amid ‘No Kings’ Protests

Waymo Limits Robotaxi Service Amid ‘No Kings’ Protests

Waymo Limits Service Amid Nationwide ‘No Kings’ Protests Waymo limits service across multiple U.S. cities in response to the escalating tension around the nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests scheduled for this weekend. The decision by Alphabet’s autonomous driving unit affects operations in San Francisco, Austin, Atlanta, and Phoenix, while service in Los Angeles is currently suspended. Many users are now asking why the company made this choice and what it means for the future of robotaxi safety. Here's everything you need to know, including the role of politics, public unrest, and perceived surveillance risks in this unfolding situation.                      Image Credits:Mario Tama / Getty Images Why Waymo Limits Service in Protest Hotspots Waymo's decision to scale back service stems directly from safety concerns linked to civil unrest. According to company statements confirmed by Wired , protests aligned with the ‘No Kings’ movement — a demonstration opposing Donald Trump’s leadersh…