Uber partners with Joby Aviation, while Nvidia backs Wayve’s $1.2B robo-taxi AI round
Uber has partnered with Joby Aviation to integrate Joby’s eVTOL aircraft into its ride-hailing app for urban air mobility services. Nvidia also joined a $1.2 billion funding round for robo-taxi AI startup Wayve, signaling intensified competition in autonomous ride platforms.
1. Uber-Joby Aviation Partnership
Uber will integrate Joby Aviation’s electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft into its ride-hailing platform, enabling on-demand aerial trips. The collaboration covers app integration, pricing models and regulatory approvals for planned launch in select urban markets.
2. Nvidia’s $1.2B Wayve Investment
Nvidia participated in a $1.2 billion funding round for Wayve, aiming to advance the startup’s AI-driven self-driving software for robo-taxis. This infusion of capital could accelerate autonomous vehicle development, heightening competition with Uber’s own self-driving initiatives.