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"There are well-funded rivals in this race," he asserts, underscoring that emerging companies are rapidly developing their own autonomous capabilities. Black also scrutinizes Tesla's dependence on Musk's personal brand for marketing effectiveness, stating that without a robust marketing strategy, the company struggles to capitalize on its advancements.
The Future of Tesla's Robotics and Automation
Conversations veer towards Tesla's ambitious plans for robotics, including the development of Optimus, their humanoid robot. Black maintains a skeptical stance regarding estimating the future market size for autonomous robots and cautions against underestimating the competition from tech giants like Google and Amazon who possess significant resources and marketing acumen.