Technology Summary

Tesla has announced a significant milestone at its Gigafactory in Shanghai, where the plant began delivering vehicles in December 2019. By the end of 2020, it was producing cars at a rate of approximately 150,000 per year, showcasing the rapid growth of Tesla's manufacturing capabilities in China.

Additionally, Apple has slashed the price of the Apple Watch Ultra 2 to a record low of $549 on Amazon, reflecting an aggressive move to clear inventory with a discount of $250. Meanwhile, Nvidia's advanced H200 chips will be allowed to be sold to approved customers in China, as announced by President Trump, although this does not include Nvidia's more advanced products.

In the realm of autonomous driving, Waymo is facing federal scrutiny due to reports that its robotaxis have failed to stop for school buses at least 20 times, raising safety concerns for the self-driving service.

These developments highlight ongoing trends in technology, particularly in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and AI-driven transportation.