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Waymo is recalling software for its self-driving cars after incidents in Austin, Texas, where the vehicles failed to stop for school buses. Despite the recall, Waymo stated its robotaxis would remain operational on the roads, having completed a software update by November 17.

This move follows scrutiny from a local school district that shared videos showing the robotaxis passing stopped buses, raising safety concerns. Meanwhile, Google's Year in Search 2025 highlighted significant trends, including the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk among the top stories.

Additionally, a federal judge ruled that Google must limit its contracts for default search placement to one year as part of the Department of Justice's antitrust case against the company, impacting how Google negotiates its position across devices.

On the Android front, Google is reportedly working on automatic adjustments to device settings for smoother experiences on public transit, hinting at ongoing innovations within its ecosystem.