Google Parent Alphabet Inc. Reportedly Appoints New VP To Help Tackle Self-Driving Regulation

Self-driving car technology is at a crucial juncture. While self-driving technology is getting more advanced every year and not only the automotive industry, but even the technology industry is interested in it, the legal framework for self-driving technology hasn't matched up yet. Google parent Alphabet Inc. has reportedly appointed Tekedra Mawakana as its new vice president of public policy and government affairs to help navigate the tumultuous government policy on the subject. "As we take fully self-driving cars to the roads, Tekedra will work with policymakers at all levels to realize the enormous safety, mobility and economic benefits of this technology," John Krafcik, CEO, Waymo, Google's self-driving project, told Recode on Monday. Mawakana has experience in handling government policy affairs at various companies.