BlackBerry found a second life in car software. Now it’s looking to robotics

BlackBerry CEO John Giamatteo explains how its QNX car software helped reshape the company — and why it sees robotics as a major growth opportunity.

BlackBerry found a second life in car software. Now it’s looking to robotics

TL;DR

  • BlackBerry is now focused on software for cars, robots, and secure communications, building on its QNX operating system.
  • The company sees 'physical AI' as a major growth opportunity in areas like autonomous vehicles, warehouse robots, and industrial automation.
  • Safety-certified software is becoming increasingly crucial as more machines become connected.
  • AI is altering the cybersecurity landscape, and BlackBerry is updating its encryption to counter new threats.
  • CEO John Giamatteo views governments' use of consumer messaging apps as a security risk.