Key Takeaways Uber and Pony AI announced a partnership Tuesday to bring Pony AI's robotaxis to Uber's platform.The companies expect to launch their partnership in the Middle East later this year.The collaboration is the latest of many for Uber as it aligns itself with autonomous vehicle makers.

Uber said on Tuesday it was partnering with Pony AI to deploy the China-based robotaxi developer's vehicles onto its ride-hailing platform, marking the latest in a series of tie-ups aimed at strengthening its presence in the fledgling robotaxi sector.

Uber announced its third partnership with a Chinese autonomous vehicle company this week, revealing the ride-hail and delivery giant's appetite for global