Raquel Urtasun is the CEO of Waabi. Urtasun is based in Canada. Urtasun has held the role since 2021.
Raquel Urtasun is a Spanish-Canadian computer scientist, entrepreneur, and professor at the University of Toronto. She is the founder and CEO of Waabi, a company developing autonomous driving technology using artificial intelligence. Urtasun's research focuses on the application of artificial intelligence to physical systems, to make vehicles and other machines perceive the world more accurately and efficiently.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Waabi and Raquel Urtasun's efforts to advance autonomous vehicle technology across multiple domains. Headlines highlight Urtasun's push for Canada to prioritize physical AI development, Waabi's progression in autonomous trucking and recent expansion into robotaxis following a billion-dollar funding round, and recognition of the company among industry disruptors. Reporting has also examined Urtasun's leadership approach, including perspectives on hiring practices and the company's technical innovations in autonomous freight operations.
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Raquel Urtasun: FAQ
- Who is Raquel Urtasun?
- Raquel Urtasun is the Founder & CEO of Waabi, based in Canada.
- What company does Raquel Urtasun lead?
- Raquel Urtasun is CEO of Waabi, a role held since 2021.