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Cao Cao Mobility began testing fully autonomous Robotaxi vehicles without safety drivers on public roads in Hangzhou, China. The vehicles are monitored remotely for safety, marking a significant step in AI-driven transportation. No incidents or harm have been reported, but the deployment introduces plausible future risks.[AI generated]
Why's our monitor labelling this an incident or hazard?
The event involves the use of AI systems in autonomous vehicles (Robotaxi) operating without onboard safety drivers, which inherently carries risks of harm to passengers, pedestrians, or property if the system malfunctions or fails. However, the article describes a controlled testing phase with safety measures such as remote monitoring and emergency response, and no harm or incident is reported. Therefore, the event represents a plausible risk scenario where AI system use could lead to harm in the future but has not yet caused harm. This fits the definition of an AI Hazard rather than an AI Incident or other categories.[AI generated]