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In stark contrast, Waymo, the Alphabet subsidiary dedicated to autonomous driving, has made significant strides. It reported logging 25 million rider-only miles in fully autonomous conditions up to June of this year and is completing a staggering 150,000 paid rides per week. Recently, Waymo raised $5.5 billion, further bolstering its position in this competitive field. With expansions slated for cities like Los Angeles, Austin, and Atlanta, Waymo appears well-positioned for continued growth.