IEEE

Density-Aware Cloud Removal of Remote Sensing Imagery Using a Global–Local Fusion Transformer

Abstract: Cloud cover poses a significant challenge in remote sensing image processing, affecting the extraction and analysis of terrestrial features. Despite advancements in multitemporal cloud ...
PC Magazine

Waymo Has 70 Remote Agents, But They Can't Drive the Robotaxis

Waymo this week reiterated that its robotaxis are not remotely operated by humans. Instead, remote assistants (RAs) can only provide support; they cannot take over a car and drive it. "Waymo uses ...
The Verge

Waymo denies using remote drivers after Senate testimony goes viral

The robotaxi company has come under scrutiny for its use of remote assistants, some of whom are based in the Philippines. The robotaxi company has come under scrutiny for its use of remote assistants, ...
IEEE

Downscaling Administrative-Level Crop Yield Statistics to 1 km Grids Using Multisource Remote Sensing Data and Ensemble Machine Learning

Abstract: The United States (U.S.) is a global leader in the production and exportation of soybeans and corn. Accurate monitoring and estimation of soybean and corn yields in the U.S. is essential for ...
Reuters

Waymo defends use of remote assistance workers in US robotaxi operations

WASHINGTON, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Alphabet (GOOGL.O), opens new tab self-driving unit Waymo on Tuesday defended its use of remote assistance personnel in the face of questions from Congress and said they ...