Unreal Engine

Rivian’s software chief outlines the VW-Rivian RV Tech JV as a platform to power VW Group EVs with a shared OS and fewer ECUs, notes about 1,500 staff, the R2 and ID.1 lineup, Rivian Assistant, and a stance that CarPlay may become obsolete amid AI-enabled in-car interfaces and regulatory safety constraints.

Judge questions whether Epic Games and Google's antitrust settlement was influenced by a secret ~$800 million deal involving Unreal Engine, Fortnite, and Android, including joint development and marketing commitments.