Ripple is a public figure in tech/governance circles. Tesla’s advancing mobility and regulatory scrutiny spotlight Ripple’s ties to sustainable transport policy and innovation.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an audit into whether Tesla’s Cybercab rollout in Austin, Texas, complies with federal rules. The two-seater taxis lack steering wheels, mirrors and brake pedals, prompting safety concerns as Elon Musk pushes a national expansion. Shares have fallen, and Tesla has not yet commented. Regulators will review Tesla’s self-certification process and certification data.