Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:29pm on 22 Aug 2025,Friday Tech Today
Chinese autonomous vehicle companies are turning to Singapore to expand their driverless services. Nasdaq-listed WeRide has launched the city-state’s first fully driverless robobus on Sentosa island, operating without a safety officer on board. Passengers ride free on fixed routes. Pony AI is also preparing robotaxi trials with local partner ComfortDelGro, while Baidu is eyeing entry into Southeast Asia. Experts say Singapore’s strict traffic rules, modern infrastructure, and openness to new technology make it an ideal hub. The government supports automation with national standards and committees guiding rollout. Still, safety, job loss, and liability concerns remain key challenges. (PC: HT)
