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▶ 3:47 · Robotics & Physical AI · Gerber: Humanoid robots like Optimus face insurmountable hardware challenges
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Tesla Has a Cash Problem. Here's Why.

2026-07-24 · 4 company · 5 thematic
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ross gerber

Ross Gerber is the president and CEO of Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management, an investment advisory firm. He is a frequent market commentator on Tesla, SpaceX, and technology stocks.

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