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Lead Story Sep 8, 2026

Xiaomi L3 autonomous driving lead exits to launch physical AI startup

Wang Naiyan, Xiaomi Auto's L3 autonomous driving technology lead, has left to launch an embodied AI venture focused on robot brains, marking the latest in a wave of Chinese auto tech talent moving into robotics. The departure adds pressure on automakers to retain core AI talent as expertise migrates from autonomous driving to broader physical AI applications.

Sarah Mitchell

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Hyundai Appoints NVIDIA Veteran to Lead Autonomous Driving Development Center

Hyundai Motor Group has named Junghyun Kwon, an autonomous driving AI expert with experience at NVIDIA and Samsung, as head of its Autonomous Driving Development Center. The move strengthens Hyundai's push toward software-defined vehicles and its broader Physical AI vision.

Priya Sharma Jul 30, 2026