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BlackBerry CEO Giamatteo Sees QNX Powering Growth

BlackBerry CEO Giamatteo Sees QNX Powering Growth

BlackBerry CEO John Giamatteo recently outlined the company's strategic shift towards becoming a leader in software and infrastructure, focusing primarily on its QNX operating system. During an interview with Bloomberg's Dani Burger and Alpine Saxon Woods Chief Market Strategist Sarah Hunt on "Bloomberg Open Interest," Giamatteo revealed that QNX now powers more than 275 million vehicles worldwide. He emphasized the system's expanding applications beyond automotive, noting its increasing use in robotics, medical devices, and industrial automation. This evolution reflects BlackBerry's commitment to diversifying its technology offerings and adapting to the growing demand for advanced software solutions across various industries.

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