Tesla has unveiled a next-generation Optimus prototype featuring AI assistant Grok, showcasing its early development stage with notable design changes, including new hands and a gold color. Elon Musk emphasizes the robot's potential to significantly impact Tesla's market share and valuation, while also addressing concerns about his voting control amidst an upcoming shareholder vote on his compensation package.

Elon Musk discussed major developments at the X Takeover 2025 event, including the imminent production of Tesla's Optimus V3 robot, advancements in the Tesla Semi, and updates on the new Roadster. He also highlighted Neuralink's potential to treat chronic conditions, reflecting on the ambitious product roadmap of Tesla and its associated companies.

Tesla has abandoned its plans to produce thousands of Optimus robots this year due to challenges with the robot's hands and other issues. CEO Elon Musk has emphasized the growing importance of Optimus to the company as EV sales decline, suggesting it could eventually represent 80% of Tesla's value. Musk is planning to showcase a "dancing troupe of Optimus bots" at the upcoming shareholder meeting to impress investors.