How big of an opportunity is Robotaxi for Tesla?  In this episode, Sam Korus and Nicholas Grous are joined by ARK’s Director of Investment Analysis & Institutional Strategies, Tasha Keeney, and Research Associate, Varshika Prasanna, to discuss the burgeoning field of live streaming commerce, its potential to reshape retail, and the significant market opportunities it presents. The discussion transitions to Tesla's recent earnings call, highlighting the divide between traditional financial analysts and retail investors regarding Tesla's future, particularly in autonomous driving and robotics. The episode concludes with insights into the future of AI and robotics, emphasizing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for companies like Tesla in scaling their technologies.

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Key Points From This Episode:

• Live streaming commerce is transforming how brands sell products.
• The US market for live streaming commerce is projected to grow significantly.
• Tesla's approach to scaling its services differs from competitors like Waymo.
• The potential for AI in real-world applications is vast but complex.
• Investors are excited about AI but cautious about hardware-based implementations.
• Tesla plans to launch its Robotaxi service in Austin soon.
• Humanoid robots present significant technical challenges for development.

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