Horizon Robotics CEO: Car Chips, Mind-Off Driving and China's Speed

Horizon Robotics serves as a foundational computing platform for autonomous vehicles, positioning itself as the "Intel of robots" by supplying essential chips and software for self-driving technology. Founder and CEO Yu Kai highlights that China’s intensely competitive automotive market accelerates innovation, with development cycles often lasting only two years compared to five in Western markets. This rapid pace, supported by a dense and efficient supply chain, enables the integration of advanced AI models into passenger vehicles. Looking ahead, the technology behind autonomous cars will converge with general robotics, offering solutions for home services and elderly care to address aging demographics. Rather than viewing the industry as a zero-sum game, the focus remains on fostering global partnerships to leverage China’s manufacturing ecosystem, ultimately aiming to provide human freedom through the automation of tedious and dangerous tasks.