Is DSRC dead? Vehicle to vehicle mobility network interoperability with LISP
Toyota’s recent announcement to halt the deployment of 802.11p (DSRC or ITS-G5) vehicle-to-vehicle technology in new cars may come as a surprise to some.
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Applications Closed for Nexar’s First Associate Product Manager / Design Program
Three weeks ago we announced the Nexar’s Associate Product Manager and Design Program. Applications are now closed and we’ve been overwhelmed with the positive feedback and response.
Chicago, Get Ready: Nexar Is Headed Your Way
We LOVE the Bean!We love Chicago at Nexar. Several of our employees call the Windy City home, some of us dream of Portillo’s and there are passionate opinions about which deep dish reigns supreme: Giordano’s, Gino’s East or Lou Malnati’s. Now Chicago is getting a
Your Privacy Matters: Nexar’s Approach to the GDPR
At Nexar, data privacy, security, and transparency are all part of our company culture. That’s why we welcome the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which will come into effect on May 25th, 2018. The GDPR replaces the European Union’s Data Protection Directive and is a comprehensive approach
Nexar has Raised $30 Million in Series B Funding and is Expanding its Exec Team
We are now full steam ahead at building the world’s largest, AI-powered, safe driving network. am thrilled to announce that we have closed a $30 million round of funding. Ibex Investors led the round with participation from Alibaba Innovation Ventures, US-based Nationwide Insurance and our previous investors Aleph, Mosaic
Viva Nexar in Las Vegas
Hi from Las Vegas! Last week we announced that Vegas is the site of Nexar’s first smart cities data partnership. Today, I’m very excited to be here for a showcase of what Nexar can do to make this city instantly smarter about its roadways. Thanks to a local
The Sustainable Use of Big Data and AI at Nexar: Our Ethical Pledge
The Nexar Mobility Network has the potential to become a key component of the world’s present and future, making transport and mobility both safer and more efficient. This network will become an essential part of our lives and will provide the same level of welfare we see in other
Introducing BDD100K: The World’s Largest Driving Dataset
At Nexar, we invest a lot of time in learning about the world’s roads, driver behavior and what happens on the road on a daily basis. That’s because we are building a safe driving network and understanding our roads is an important step in creating a reality with no car collisions.
My Job is Keeping Your Data Safe
My name is Tony and I spend a lot of time thinking about data protection and privacy- that’s because I am Nexar’s Chief of Information Security. Before joining Nexar, I worked in information security in various fields for both large companies and small startups. I have worked in
How a 22 year old from Shanghai won a global deep learning challenge
In our 2nd public research challenge contestants were faced with using deep learning to solve for a vehicle detection algorithm that can adapt to change. Researchers worldwide got to test their skills, win prizes (1st place $5,000, 2nd place $2,000, 3rd place $1,000), and join our mission
Announcing Nexar CityStream for Las Vegas
I have some exciting news to share from the Nexar team. Today, we’re announcing the first pilot for Nexar CityStream®, our smart cities data platform. When a driver pairs a Nexar-powered smart dash cam with the Nexar app, they join Nexar’s network, where every vehicle is learning about
Viva Las Vegas
I have always loved Las Vegas, ever since my first visit to celebrate my 7th birthday with my family (Yup, 7th). That’s what makes Nexar’s recent rollout in Las Vegas particularly exciting. While we have a few impressively average poker players (here’s looking at you Rachel) at
Red, Green, or Yellow? Announcing the Pre-Launch of Our First API
The roads around us are constantly changing. In the past, our ability to see everything on the road in real time was limited. At Nexar, we have decided to change that. We are excited to announce the pre-launch our first API, Lights, as part of a new data platform. Lights
Work Hard and Play Hard in Tel Aviv: Announcing our Relocation Program
Here’s the deal. If you’re into startups, you should come to Tel Aviv. It’s that simple. Perhaps you’re in SF, or NYC, or Boulder or London. They’re all fine choices and there are some cool companies there, but there’s nothing like Tel Aviv right
Smarter Cities for the Cars of the Future
Autonomous Vehicles Require a New City Model Over the course of the last several weeks we’ve talked about the many effects and even needs of autonomous vehicles as we work towards a future filled with them. We’ve debated whether people will buy fewer or exponentially more cars with