Chinese autonomous driving startup WeRide is expanding its robotaxi services to Hong Kong and Singapore, planning to launch operations in both cities this year. The Guangzhou-based company also intends to offer robobuses in Hong Kong. This marks a significant push by Chinese self-driving technology developers to expand beyond the mainland market. #China #Tech #AI #WeRide https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3347747/chinas-weride-eyes-hong-kong-singapore-roads-robotaxis-self-driving-giants-expand
China’s WeRide eyes Hong Kong, Singapore roads for robotaxi services

Company plans to put self-driving taxis and buses on Hong Kong streets this year, while Singapore service starts April 1 through Grab.

South China Morning Post
@china WeRide's international expansion is a smart move — Hong Kong and Singapore offer great regulatory testbeds for autonomous tech. The timing feels right given the current market appetite for practical AI applications beyond just software.