Autonomous Innovations: Rail and Defense Tech Breakthroughs

In today's episode, we explore the latest advancements in autonomous technology. Parallel Systems secures $38 million to revolutionize freight rail with battery-electric railcars, while Scout AI raises $15 million to enhance defense robotics with cutting-edge AI systems. Discover how these innovations are set to transform their respective industries and the potential implications for the future. Join us for an in-depth discussion on these groundbreaking developments.

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https://www.freightwaves.com/news/autonomous-rail-intermodal-cars-to-begin-testing-this-month
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https://www.rockingrobots.com/scout-ai-lands-2-dod-contracts-and-unveils-fury-defense-robot/