LAS VEGAS (AP) — The CES 2025 kicked off with a bang as Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang took center stage, unveiling a plethora of groundbreaking innovations that could redefine the tech landscape. From cutting-edge graphics cards to revolutionary AI models, there's plenty to unpack!

Next-Level Graphics Cards and AI Chips

Focusing on its gaming roots, Nvidia introduced the highly anticipated GeForce RTX 50 Series of GPUs designed for both desktop and laptop users. These graphics processor units leverage Nvidia’s cutting-edge Blackwell AI chip, promising a new era of AI-driven rendering that gamers, creators, and developers will not want to miss.

Huang emphasized the significance of Blackwell, stating, "Blackwell, the engine of AI, has arrived for PC gamers, developers, and creatives. This is the most significant computer graphics innovation since we introduced programmable shading 25 years ago." With production already in full swing, the flagship RTX 5090 will hit the shelves in January at $1,999, while the more budget-friendly RTX 5070 is set to launch in February for $549.

Revolutionizing Robotics and Autonomous Vehicles with AI Models

Huang also introduced a series of innovative AI models named Cosmos, aimed at transforming how robots and automated services are trained. These open-source models can generate cost-efficient, photo-realistic videos, which can replace expensive traditional training methods like physically recording road experiences with vehicles or human-assisted robot training.

A highlight of the keynote was Nvidia's exciting partnership with Toyota, which aims to streamline the development of next-generation autonomous vehicles. Additionally, a collaboration with Aurora is set to power autonomous shipping trucks. Huang boasted about Nvidia’s upcoming DriveOS operating system, which he claims upholds the highest safety standards. "I predict this will likely lead to the first multi-trillion-dollar robotics industry," he said confidently.

Aurora, based in Pittsburgh, is planning to commercially launch its driverless trucks using Nvidia’s hardware as early as April 2025, marking a significant milestone in transport automation.

Your Own Supercomputer: Project DIGITS

As if that weren't enough, Huang also teased Project DIGITS, an ambitious $3,000 desktop computer aimed at developers and AI enthusiasts looking to experiment with advanced AI models at home. Launching in May, Project DIGITS boasts an impressive capability to run AI models with up to 200 billion parameters. This breakthrough implies that complex models that once needed costly cloud infrastructures can now be executed right from your personal desktop!

In a world where gaming, AI, and robotics are increasingly intertwined, Nvidia is poised to lead the charge. With these announcements, Jensen Huang has not only showcased Nvidia's commitment to innovation but has also set the stage for a future where technology continues to astonish and empower us.

Stay tuned as we follow more exciting updates from CES 2025! What are your thoughts on these groundbreaking innovations?