The beloved cat KitKat, known as the unofficial mayor of a San Francisco street, was killed by a Waymo self-driving car on October 27. His death has sparked community outrage and raised concerns about the safety of autonomous vehicles, especially following comments from Waymo’s co-CEO suggesting society might accept such incidents. Locals have rallied in memory of KitKat, creating a shrine and sharing tributes. Despite the backlash, Waymo plans to launch a fully driverless ride-hailing service in London in 2026.
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