According to Sawyer Merritt, Waymo has received authorization to operate fully autonomous vehicles across a wider area in California, marking a significant milestone in AI-powered self-driving technology. This expansion enables Waymo to bring its driverless ride-hailing services to more regions, with plans to launch operations for public riders in San Diego by mid-2026. This regulatory approval highlights increasing trust in AI-driven mobility solutions and suggests substantial business opportunities for companies investing in autonomous transportation infrastructure, fleet management, and urban mobility platforms (source: Sawyer Merritt on Twitter, Nov 21, 2025).