BlackBerry CEO Highlights Robotics Growth Within QNX Software Portfolio
BlackBerry CEO John Giamatteo stated that robotics is one of the fastest-growing segments within its software division, particularly for its QNX operating system used in vehicles and now expanding into industrial applications. The company's QNX platform powers over 275 million cars globally and has a $950 million royalty backlog, with some portion attributed to robotics. Giamatteo emphasized that the focus is on practical robotic solutions such as warehouse automation and medical devices rather than humanoid robots. BlackBerry sees significant potential in physical AI applications through its QNX software, which combines hardware with artificial intelligence models. The company recently expanded a partnership with Nvidia for use in robotics and industrial technologies. With improving financial performance and stock price doubling this year, BlackBerry is positioning itself to capitalize on emerging growth areas like autonomous vehicles and robotic systems.
Topics: automotive industry physical AI QNX software robotics