Waymo Vs. Uber: Self-Driving Car Intellectual Property Rights

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Waymo (part of Alphabet — the parent of Google) and Uber are now engaged in an intense legal battle about intellectual property rights regarding self-driving technology. This battle was enjoined when Uber hired away a leading technologist from Waymo. As reported by Knowledge@Wharton: “A federal judge’s orders last week in a lawsuit by Google’s parent […]

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Where Do YOU Stand on Ride-Hailing Apps?

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During the short period that they’ve been operating, ride-hailing services such as Uber and Lyft have revolutionized the taxi and related-service businesses. Uber alone has handled well over a billion rides since its founding; and it is located around the United States and around the globe. Yet, despite the growth of Uber and Lyft, they […]

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