BMW, Intel, Mobileye Team Up on Driverless Car Tech

The transcript discusses BMW's collaboration with Mobileye, a tech company known for its collision avoidance systems, and its partnership with Intel, a major player in the tech industry. Intel's involvement in automotive technology is highlighted as a strategic move to enter the car tech market. The transcript also addresses the challenges Mobileye faces, including market volatility and criticism from Citron Research. Additionally, it mentions Amnon Shashua, a co-founder of Mobileye, and his connection with Intel through another startup, OrCam, which aids visually impaired individuals.

What is the primary focus of the partnership between BMW and Mobileye?

• Improving fuel efficiency

• Enhancing collision avoidance systems

• Developing electric vehicles

• Creating new car designs

Why is Intel's involvement with Mobileye considered significant?

• Intel is the world's largest chipmaker

• Intel is known for its high stock valuation

• Intel is a leader in in-car technology

• Intel has a history of successful automotive partnerships

What criticism has Mobileye faced according to Citron Research?

• Low market share

• High level of insider selling

• Poor customer service

• Lack of innovation

Who is Amnon Shashua and what is his connection to Intel?

• An Intel executive

• A co-founder of Mobileye with another Intel-backed startup

• A former Intel employee

• A co-founder of Mobileye with no prior Intel connection

What is OrCam, the other startup founded by Amnon Shashua?

• A company developing autonomous vehicles

• A seeing aid for visually impaired individuals

• A manufacturer of computer chips

• A provider of cloud computing services