Bird will test sensors that prevent riding on sidewalks
The company says the technology provides centimeter-level accuracy.
geofencing
Bird tests geofencing system to slow scooters in pedestrian-heavy areas
Community Safety Zones limit the vehicles to speeds no greater than 8 miles per hour.
Minneapolis police used Google location data to find George Floyd protesters
The geofence warrant swept up innocent bystanders.
Google location data led police to investigate an innocent cyclist
The incident shows the very real problems with geofence warrants.
UPS hybrid trucks automatically switch to EV mode in cities
New tech and extended range will ease deliveries in UK's clean air zones.
Volvo will limit cars to 112MPH as it explores speed-restricting tech
It believes existing safety measures don't work well at high speeds.
DJI updates geofencing system in Europe after Gatwick airport scare
The new system will be rolled out to 19 European countries later this month.
Instagram may tidy up captions by hiding hashtags
It’s testing a feature that keeps hashtags separate.
UK drone rules will require you to take safety tests
You'll have to register your drone, too.
DJI throttles its drones unless you register them (updated)
The company is upgrading the geolocation data used by drones to ensure less crashes and accidents.
DJI makes it easier to keep your drone out of no-fly zones
An app update keeps track of both permanent and temporary flying restrictions.
Nest's co-founder is releasing a smart go-kart for kids
Tony Fadell's Arrow Smart-Kart putts around with help from your phone.
Drone-maker DJI starts testing GPS-based flight restrictions
No more flying where you don't belong.
