NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang says Elon Musk 'is working on exactly the right things'

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has given Elon Musk a glowing endorsement for his contributions to the field of artificial intelligence. Speaking at CES, Huang highlighted Musk’s advancements across various AI-driven areas, including cognitive intelligence, autonomous driving, and robotics.  

According to Huang, Musk’s multi-faceted approach is setting the stage for transformative developments in the tech world.

A strategic edge in real world data

Huang emphasised Musk’s unique position, attributing much of his success to Tesla’s expansive ecosystem. Tesla’s AI-enabled factories, autonomous vehicle algorithms, and its vast fleet of cars provide Musk with unparalleled access to real-world data. This, Huang noted, is a significant advantage in refining and advancing AI technologies.

“He has just a phenomenal position, and he’s been working on this for a long time,” Huang said during an interview with Bloomberg TV. “And so he’s going to be in a great position to take advantage of it.”

The big three: AI’s key areas of focus

Huang lauded Musk’s focus on three key areas of artificial intelligence: cognitive intelligence at his xAI startup, autonomous driving innovations at Tesla, and the development of the Optimus humanoid robot. These, Huang stated, represent the most critical frontiers in AI development.

“These three areas of AI are the three most important,” Huang said. “He’s working on exactly the right things.”

Huang’s praise underscored Musk’s potential to leave a lasting impact on the AI industry, with the Tesla CEO’s ventures pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in these domains.

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The AI-driven future of computing

Beyond Musk’s contributions, Huang also hinted at a broader industry shift. He predicted a transformation in the way data is processed, moving from traditional general-purpose computing to advanced artificial intelligence and accelerated computing models.

“Over the next several years, you’re going to see the transition from the old way of doing computing, general-purpose computing, to this new way of doing computing, artificial intelligence and accelerated computing,” Huang said.

Huang’s comments not only spotlight Musk’s progress but also point to a rapidly evolving tech landscape where AI is set to redefine how computing systems operate. With leaders like Musk spearheading innovation, the industry appears poised for a significant leap forward.