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• Pony AI (NasdaqGS:PONY) launches its first autonomous ride service on Uber in Europe, starting operations in Zagreb in partnership with Uber and Verne.

• The service marks a shift from pilot programs to commercial autonomous ride hailing for Pony AI in the region.

• The rollout provides a live test of Pony AI's joint deployment model with Uber and Verne for potential use in other European and Middle Eastern cities.

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Pony AI operates an autonomous mobility business that develops self driving technology and related software for use in ride services across China and international markets. Its move into commercial operations in Zagreb gives investors a live example of how that software platform can be applied with partners outside its home market.

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How does this Zagreb launch matter for Pony AI's wider ride hailing push?

The Zagreb service shows Pony AI's autonomous driving software working inside Uber's app, with Verne running the fleet. It is the first European proof point for the joint deployment model that underpins the plan for more than 2,000 robotaxis across Europe and the Middle East. Investors can now compare that framework with the company's existing services in China.

What does the structure of the Uber, Verne and Pony AI partnership signal?

Pony AI supplies its Gen 7 robotaxi technology and ride experience layer. Verne owns and operates the vehicles. Uber controls demand, booking and payments. This setup keeps Pony AI focused on software and system performance rather than tying up capital in fleets. It also gives the company exposure to rider data and operating feedback from a European city through established partners.

What should investors watch next to judge if this Pony AI rollout is gaining traction?

The clearest early marker is how service scale in Zagreb changes over the next few quarters. Concrete indicators include whether service coverage expands beyond the current core zones, how quickly the licensed safety driver phase is reduced, and when fully driverless rides are approved for regular operation on Uber in the city.

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