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Motorsport · Technical Regulations · published 2026-09-06T00:00:00+00:00 · via TechCrunch

Uber co-founder's startup Atoms reportedly eyeing robotaxi market

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Atoms, led by Travis Kalanick, has raised $1.7 billion and is reportedly planning a hiring spree and acquisitions to become a major player in autonomous vehicles. The startup has discussed using its robotaxi technology with Uber, which has already invested $100 million. This direction aligns with Kalanick's description of the funding round as 'unfinished business.'

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Atoms, founded by Travis Kalanick, recently secured a $1.7 billion investment round led by Andreessen Horowitz. The startup is now reportedly gearing up for significant hiring and potential acquisitions to establish itself

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