Burbank, California – In a twist worthy of its own sci-fi flick, Alex Proyas, the visionary director behind the 2004 sci-fi thriller "I, Robot," has accused tech mogul Elon Musk of copying designs from his movie for Tesla's latest robotic creations. The accusation follows Tesla's splashy "We, Robot" event in Burbank, California, where the company showcased its new lineup: the Optimus robot, Robotaxi, and Robovan.
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Taking to social media, Proyas didn't mince words, mockingly tweeting, "Hey Elon, can I have my designs back please?" The internet, ever vigilant, quickly noted the striking resemblances between Tesla's sleek, futuristic designs and the robotic entities and vehicles featured in Proyas's film. The Optimus robot, in particular, bears a close resemblance to the film's NS5 robots, while the self-driving Robotaxi and Robovan echo the high-tech vehicles that zipping through the dystopian streets of "I, Robot."
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Despite the event's nod to Isaac Asimov's foundational collection of short stories that inspired Proyas's film, critics and fans alike have speculated whether Musk's team might have taken a bit too much inspiration from Hollywood. The viral tweet has ignited a debate on the fine line between homage and intellectual property theft.
As the discussion rages on, one thing is clear: the intersection of science fiction and real-world technology continues to spark both innovation and controversy.
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