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Global shifts in ADAS and autonomous vehicles reshaping competitive SoC suppliers landscape

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Global innovation in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) as well as autonomous vehicles are reshaping the competitive landscape for the suppliers of system-on-chips (SoCs).

The market is entering a fast-growth phase that will change supplier market shares among global suppliers, according to a new report by Counterpoint Research.

Mobileye, Nvidia, Qualcomm, Horizon Robotics and Huawei will emerge as the top five SoC suppliers for ADAS and autonomous vehicles with a combined share of over 78 percent by 2035, up from 69 percent in 2025, according to Counterpoint Research’s Global Autonomous Vehicle SoCs Forecast, H1 2025. [Read more…] about Global shifts in ADAS and autonomous vehicles reshaping competitive SoC suppliers landscape

Horizon Robotics raises more than $800 million and opens office in Europe

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Horizon Robotics, a provider of technology for autonomous vehicles, has raised approximately $800 million by issuing new shares – or what’s called a “top-up placement” in investment jargon – on the Hong Kong stock exchange, according to Reuters.

The company also announced the official establishment of its European headquarters – in Munich, Germany – describing it as a “strategic milestone” that strengthens its global expansion and localized operations, enabling Horizon Robotics to deliver safer, more comfortable, and more convenient mobility experiences for drivers and passengers worldwide.

Building on its collaborations with global OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, Horizon Robotics showcased its flagship full-scenario urban-NOA (Navigate on Autopilot) solution, HSD (Horizon SuperDrive), at the event. [Read more…] about Horizon Robotics raises more than $800 million and opens office in Europe

Horizon Robotics unveils new AI-embedded smart camera

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AI startup Horizon Robotics has launched a new HD smart camera with embedded artificial intelligence that is capable of facial recognition at up to 99.7 percent accuracy.

The smart camera HR-IPC2143 is a first of its kind with applications in public security for the real-time detection of potential suspects, and in retail for identifying VIP customers as they enter a store.

The device was announced at the International Security Technology Show (ISC West 2018), the largest physical security exhibition in North America.  [Read more…] about Horizon Robotics unveils new AI-embedded smart camera