🤖 Nvidia Is About To Get Its Robot On In 2025

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In today’s newsletter we discuss Nvidia is about to get its robot on in 2025, Rolex watches are getting more expensive thanks to gold, Nosferatu made $40 million dollars during its Christmas debut, Content Creators can now monetize their video content on Spotify, Starbucks introduced their new Cortado drinks for the Winter, Tesla saw a decline in deliveries of vehicles in 2024, Horse racing is experiencing a comeback in the U.S., and Bitcoin has become a fiat currency.

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🤖 Nvidia is about to get its robot on

Nvidia, a company renowned for its advancements in AI and graphics processing chips, is now setting its sights on the humanoid robotics sector. The company plans to launch the Jetson Thor, a next-generation compact computer designed for humanoid robots, by mid-2025.

Market Opportunity

The global robotics market, valued at $94.54 billion as of 2024, is projected to grow to $372.59 billion by 2034, representing a CAGR of 14.70% between 2024 and 2034.

Nvidia's strategic focus on this sector aligns with the anticipated growth, positioning the company to play a central role in the robotics revolution. By providing the essential infrastructure for AI-driven robots, Nvidia is set to influence various industries, from manufacturing to healthcare, where automation and intelligent systems are becoming increasingly integral.

Why Nvidia Will Dominate Robotics Microchips

• Advanced AI Integration: Nvidia's expertise in AI enables the development of sophisticated chips that can process complex algorithms essential for autonomous robot functions.
  

• Comprehensive Ecosystem: Beyond hardware, Nvidia offers a full suite of tools, including AI training software and simulation platforms, providing a holistic solution for robotics development.
  

• Proven Track Record: With a history of innovation in parallel processing and deep learning, Nvidia's technologies have been pivotal in various AI applications, positioning them as a trusted leader in the field.

How Nvidia Will Differentiate Itself From Competitors In The Robotics Chip Industry

Modern robotics relies heavily on AI, particularly machine learning, to enable robots to perform complex tasks. Nvidia’s hardware and software are crucial for powering the AI algorithms that enable:

• Computer Vision: Robots need to “see” and interpret their surroundings. Nvidia’s GPUs accelerate the processing of image and video data, enabling robots to identify objects, navigate environments, and understand human gestures.
  

• Motion Planning and Control: Robots need to plan their movements and execute them precisely. AI algorithms, powered by Nvidia hardware, enable robots to navigate complex terrains, avoid obstacles, and manipulate objects with dexterity.

Nvidia’s Future In Robotics

The convergence of AI and robotics is poised to transform various industries, from manufacturing and logistics to healthcare and agriculture. Nvidia’s technology is at the forefront of this revolution, providing the computational foundation for increasingly sophisticated and autonomous robots. As robots become more capable, they will play an increasingly important role in our lives, and Nvidia is positioning itself to be the driving force behind this transformation.

⌚ Business

The Swiss luxury watch brand Rolex is getting more expensive and harder to find, and you can thank the rising price of gold, which surged 27% last year. Rolex watches have never been known for their affordability, but in 2024 they saw their price skyrocket 14% as gold hit a price of $2,669.39 per ounce as of January 3, 2025. You’re better off rummaging through your dad’s sock draw in hopes of finding a vintage Rolex.

🦇 Entertainment

Nosferatu sank its teeth into the box office over the holidays, making $40 million dollars during its Christmas debut. That wasn’t enough to scare Mufasa: The Lion King, which made $60,878,181 on Christmas day.

🎧 Podcasts

Content Creators can now monetize their video content on Spotify through their new partner program for podcast hosts. Now if only they could update their content recommendation algorithms to suggest the irl Media NEWS PODCAST.

☕ Starbucks

It’s out with Starbucks’ gross Oleato olive oil drinks, and in with their new Cortado drinks for the Winter. If you know you know, but for those of you that don’t know, a Cortado is made with steamed whole milk and has three ristretto shots of Starbucks Blonde Espresso served hot in a 8-ounce size.

🚘 Tech

For the first time in Tesla’s history they suffered their first annual decline in deliveries of vehicles. Tesla delivered 1,789,226 vehicles in 2024, down from the 1.81 million vehicles they delivered in 2023. With Elon Musk advising the new Trump administration, my guess is Tesla will have a speedy increase in deliveries in 2025.

🏇 Sports

Horse racing is experiencing a comeback in the U.S. thanks to bigger purses, faster horses, and investments in racetracks. Giddy up!

🪙 Crypto

No one can ever accuse me of not singing the praises of crypto (my family and friends can attest to that!). It seems I’m not alone in proselytising the all mighty Bitcoin. Many have argued that Bitcoin is the world’s first true stateless fiat. With some estimating Bitcoin to rise to $250,000 in 2025, it’s time for the haters to start thinking of Bitcoin as a fiat currency.

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