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Elon Musk predicts that about 80% of Tesla's value will come from its humanoid robot project, Optimus, which is still in development, marking a shift in focus from Tesla's traditional car business amid declining vehicle deliveries.
Tesla has shifted its training strategy for the Optimus humanoid robot from using motion capture suits and teleoperation to primarily relying on video recordings, aligning with Elon Musk's belief in camera-based AI training, similar to their approach with self-driving cars.
Unitree Robotics achieved a victory in Beijing amidst China's increased pressure on Tesla's Optimus robot, highlighting competitive developments in robotics within China.
Tesla has filed a lawsuit against former engineer Zhongjie 'Jay' Li, accusing him of stealing trade secrets related to its humanoid robot project, Optimus, to start his own company, Proception, which claims to have developed advanced humanoid robotic hands similar to Tesla's designs.
Tesla sued former Optimus engineer Zhongjie 'Jay' Li and his company Proception Inc., alleging theft of confidential robotic trade secrets and the formation of a rival startup shortly after his departure, with claims that Li downloaded sensitive data and that Proception claimed to have built advanced humanoid robotic hands similar to Tesla's designs.
Milan Kovac, head of Tesla's humanoid robot division Optimus, has left the company citing personal reasons, but Tesla remains committed to its plans to produce thousands of robots this year, with Elon Musk emphasizing the importance of autonomy and Optimus for the company's future.
Milan Kovac, head of Tesla's humanoid robot program, claims he is leaving voluntarily to spend more time with family, but his departure amid Musk's recent controversies and the underwhelming progress of the Optimus robot raises questions about whether his exit was truly voluntary.
Milan Kovac, who led Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot program since 2022, is leaving the company to spend more time with family abroad, with Ashok Elluswamy taking over his responsibilities. Tesla's Optimus project, announced in 2021, aims to develop a humanoid robot capable of various tasks, but its release has been delayed due to supply chain issues.
Tesla's head of the Optimus humanoid robot, Milan Kovac, is leaving the company after 9 years, just as Elon Musk promotes the robot as a potential $25 trillion revenue source, though market estimates are much lower. Kovac's departure is seen as a significant loss amid ongoing skepticism about Tesla's claims and the competitive landscape in humanoid robotics.
Milan Kovac, head of Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot program, announced his departure to spend more time with family, with Ashok Elluswamy set to replace him. Tesla continues to focus on developing its robots and robotaxi service, which are key to its long-term valuation and innovation strategy.
Milan Kovac, the head of Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot program, is leaving the company, with Ashok Elluswamy set to take over the project. Kovac, who has been with Tesla for nearly a decade, played a key role in developing the Optimus robot, which Elon Musk claims will see mass deployment in Tesla's factories soon.
Tesla's stock price surged after a Wall Street analyst raised its price target, citing the company's advancements in robotics, particularly the Optimus humanoid robot. Optimus, already used in Tesla's energy-storage division, is expected to play a significant role in future production, potentially reducing costs and boosting profits. Analysts suggest Tesla's AI and robotics efforts could significantly increase its market value, with potential capital raises to support these high-tech strategies.
Kim Kardashian recently interacted with Tesla's humanoid robot, Optimus, showcasing its capabilities in videos shared on social media. The videos feature Optimus performing tasks like making a heart shape and playing games, though the robot is likely human-controlled. Kardashian also explored Tesla's Cybercab, an autonomous vehicle set for production in 2027, though no driving was shown. While Elon Musk retweeted one of her videos, Kardashian did not disclose if the content was sponsored, despite her known interest in Tesla products.
Elon Musk shared a low-quality, pixelated video of Tesla's robot, Optimus, prompting jokes and questions about its technical capabilities. The video, initially resembling footage from a 2002 phone, was later replaced with a higher resolution version without any indication of editing. Despite incremental progress, Optimus still lags behind advanced robots like Boston Dynamics' Atlas, leaving doubts about Tesla's ability to deliver on Musk's promise of a fully autonomous household robot.
Tesla has released new footage of its Optimus humanoid robot walking smoothly at a testing facility, showcasing the progress in its development. CEO Elon Musk previously shared a video of an earlier prototype. The company has also opened up job listings for the Optimus project and aims to start shipping the robots as early as next year. The robot is designed to automate repetitive and hazardous tasks in Tesla's factories and has shown capabilities such as folding laundry and fine motor skills. Musk expects the cost of the robot to be under $20,000 once it hits the market.