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Tesla was highlighted as a rare example of a company that is genuinely integrating AI into its core operations. Unlike many of its peers, Tesla not only develops AI hardware and software but actively deploys it in commercial products—electric vehicles and the upcoming Optimus robot—creating a tangible revenue stream. Tesla's internal talent pool in AI sets it apart, they argued, emphasizing that Tesla has been investing in AI for years, with a real business model driving profit from AI-powered products.
“Tesla is the only company with AI talent and hardware that’s shipping and generating profit,” one participant asserted. This integration of AI into product offerings makes Tesla a pioneer in operationalizing AI, rather than merely enabling it.