Alphabet subsidiary Waymo is expanding its robotaxi service in San Francisco, allowing tens of thousands of riders to access the service. The expansion comes despite protests against robotaxis in the city. Waymo's service area still excludes Treasure Island, and riders must be on the company's waitlist to use the service. This expansion follows a decision by California's Public Utilities Commission to allow Waymo and General Motors-backed Cruise to offer commercial services in the city. However, Cruise has faced setbacks, including a recent incident where a Cruise AV hit a pedestrian.

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