BlackBerry’s QNX backlog hits $1.2B as CEO bets on physical AI
BlackBerry’s CEO, John Giamatteo, highlighted the company’s shift toward physical AI and robotics, positioning its QNX operating system as a key enabler for real-world machine interactions. QNX, already embedded in over 275 million vehicles globally, now powers applications in robotics, medical devices, and supply chain automation. The company reported a $1.2 billion backlog for QNX royalties, a…
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- BlackBerry’s QNX backlog reached $1.2B, up $250M over two quarters
- QNX powers 275M vehicles and expanding into robotics, medical, and supply chain sectors
- Nvidia partnership standardized QNX for Halos Safety Stack, enabling AMRs and autonomous forklifts
BlackBerry’s stock has surged 142% in 2026, recovering from its decline after the smartphone era. The company’s partnership with Nvidia, which standardized QNX for its Halos Safety Stack, has opened new opportunities in industrial robotics. Giamatteo emphasized that while BlackBerry’s products are no longer handheld devices, they remain foundational in critical infrastructure, from automotive systems to government and medical equipment.
BlackBerry reinvented: CEO sees big opportunities AI-powered robots
CNBC Technology · 26 October 2026
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