Barclays: physical AI and robotics could reach $1T market by 2035
Barclays analysts project the market for AI-powered robots and autonomous machines could reach $1T by 2035, orders of magnitude larger than today. Autonomous vehicles are expected to lead the growth.
The forecast adds to bullish long-term projections for physical AI, with China's Spring Festival Gala this week showcasing humanoid robots performing martial arts, backflips, and choreographed dance alongside human performers.
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