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Group 1 - Waymo has completed a historic $16 billion financing round, achieving a post-money valuation of $126 billion, marking the largest single financing in the autonomous driving sector [1] - This significant capital influx reflects strong global market confidence in the commercialization prospects of autonomous driving and indicates the industry's transition into a critical phase of scaled operations [1] Group 2 - Baidu's autonomous driving platform, Apollo Go, is set to launch fully driverless commercial operations in Dubai, which is viewed as a major milestone for Baidu's autonomous driving development [2][3] - The Apollo Go service will be integrated into the Uber platform, allowing users in the Jumeirah area to book rides with autonomous vehicles through the Uber app [2] - Baidu has expanded its global footprint, with Apollo Go now operational in 22 cities worldwide, including partnerships in Abu Dhabi, London, and Switzerland, demonstrating its ability to replicate successful models from China [3] Group 3 - The global competition in autonomous driving has intensified with Waymo's substantial funding, while Apollo Go is positioned as a valuable player due to its proven technology, fleet size, and partnerships with global mobility platforms [5] - As of October 2025, Apollo Go has surpassed 17 million cumulative orders and has completed over 140 million kilometers of fully driverless mileage, showcasing its operational capabilities [5]