LFP Patents Expire; Robotaxis Expand
Summary
Shifts in core technology access and brand positioning signal an active, yet volatile, period for infrastructure and consumer-facing tech deployment.
- EV Battery Tech Shifts Key patents for LFP battery chemistry expired in 2022, opening technology for free use across the EV industry 4.
- Robotaxi Expansion Waymo is prioritizing the expansion of its robotaxi service onto freeways across the SF Bay Area, Phoenix, and LA 2.
- Brand Failures/Rebrands Sky Sports shuttered its female-focused ‘Halo’ TikTok channel after only three days of operation 1.
- Satellite Rebranding Amazon’s Project Kuiper satellite internet program has been officially rebranded as ‘Leo,’ dropping its initial affordability pitch 3.
- 2022 - The year key LFP battery patents expired, impacting EV chemistry access 4.
- Three Days - Duration Sky Sports’ female-focused ‘Halo’ TikTok channel remained active 1.
- 3 - Key metropolitan areas targeted for Waymo robotaxi freeway expansion 2.
Key Moments
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Expiry of key LFP patents opened EV industry to freely accessible technology.
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Waymo is prioritizing the expansion of its robotaxi service onto freeways.
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Sky Sports killed off its female-focused Halo brand after just three days.
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Amazon’s satellite internet program has been rebranded simply as 'Leo.'
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Different Perspectives
Supporting View
The LFP patent expiry creates a 'new chapter' for EV battery technology development.
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