, , and have packed their autonomous vehicles with interior-facing cameras and sensors that monitor passengers throughout their journey, raising urgent questions about privacy in the age of self-driving transportation.
The sleek robotaxi that picks you up in San Francisco isn't just watching the road - it's watching you too.
Interior cameras help detect medical emergencies, prevent vandalism, and provide evidence in case of incidents.
While companies claim they don't currently monetize this data, privacy policies often include broad language allowing future commercial use.
San Francisco supervisors are considering legislation requiring prominent disclosure of interior monitoring and opt-out mechanisms for passengers.