Autonomous automobiles have lengthy been touted as “just around the corner,” however the actuality of what it takes to convey self-driving automobiles to the streets is something however easy. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, taking place October 27–29 at Moscone West in San Francisco, Waymo co-CEO Tekedra Mawakana joins the Disrupt Stage for a wide-ranging dialog on the present state of AVs — and the place the business goes from right here.
Contained in the self-driving actuality test
Whereas the headlines typically give attention to crashes, controversies, or overblown guarantees, Tekedra has spent years navigating the real-world path to autonomous mobility. At Disrupt, she’ll dig into what it truly takes to scale AV deployment — from rider security and public belief to the nuances of regulation, operations, and aggressive strain from Tesla and others.
This session isn’t about imprecise timelines or flashy demos. It’s about what’s working, what nonetheless wants work, and what it means to convey actually autonomous automobiles to life at scale. Whether or not you’re a founder, investor, or simply curious concerning the street forward, you received’t need to miss it.
Meet the chief behind the wheel
Tekedra Mawakana brings over twenty years of expertise shaping international technique for among the world’s largest tech firms. As co-CEO of Waymo, she guides the corporate’s long-term mission to convey the Waymo Driver to the plenty and lead the following era of autonomous innovation. She additionally serves on the board of Intuit, advises Growth Know-how, and helps numerous social affect ventures by means of her work as an investor and LP with Operator Collective.
Get your go to Disrupt earlier than charges rise
Waymo’s story is a central chapter in the way forward for mobility, and this session provides a uncommon inside have a look at the journey behind the headlines. Be a part of us at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — the place greater than 10,000 startup and VC leaders collect to form what’s subsequent. Register right this moment and safe your spot with as much as $675 in ticket financial savings earlier than costs improve.
