https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/tesla-starts-optimus-robot-production-in-california-as-profit-falls-43Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/tesla-starts-optimus-robot-production-in-california-as-profit-falls-43https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/tesla-starts-optimus-robot-production-in-california-as-profit-falls-43#u153129Sun, 25 Oct 2026 06:27:00 +0000Tesla has begun production of its Optimus robots in California, with the company's profit falling 43% in the third quarter. The production of Optimus robots is a significant development for Tesla, as it marks a new venture into robotics and artificial intelligence. The company's revenue was flat, while expenses increased due to investments in Optimus, AI, and autonomous driving.Why it mattersTesla's foray into robotics and AI is a strategic move to diversify its product portfolio and stay competitive in the tech industry. The Optimus robot is a humanoid robot designed to perform