Waymo

Latent Logic, acquired by Waymo in December 2019, is a technology company specializing in advanced machine learning techniques aimed at enhancing autonomous vehicles and traffic modeling. Originating from Oxford University’s renowned machine learning department, it focuses on deep reinforcement learning, which enables robots to learn complex tasks through demonstration. By combining computer vision with learning from demonstration, Latent Logic develops realistic road-user models that improve the performance and safety of autonomous control systems. Its technology supports the creation of sophisticated driving simulators, facilitating the rapid development and testing of autonomous vehicles. As Waymo's first engineering hub outside the United States, Latent Logic plays a crucial role in advancing the capabilities of self-driving technologies.